The Nuer Way of Life

Join renowned anthropologist Sharon E. Hutchinson and Chuol Ruei Deng as they delve into the rich cultural heritage of the Nuer people.

In this episode, they explore the Nuer’s traditions, culture, and social structures.

How well has the Nuer community been understood in the court case, and how have the oil endeavors in Unity State challenged and changed their unique way of life?

Tune in for a compelling conversation that bridges anthropology and lived experience!
 
 Participants: 

– Sharon E. Hutchinson, anthropologist and scholar, author of the book "Nuer Dilemmas: Coping with Money, War, and the State" founder of the publishing company South Sudan Cultural Productions–as well as a new website–www.nuerdilemmas.com

– Chuol Ruei Deng, founder of non-profit educational organization to promote knowledge of, and education in the Nuer language "Thok Nath Research Institute" as well as "Bangtigow Foundation" to support young Nuer people in the diaspora.
 
 Host:

– Halima Athumani
 
 Background:
This is the Lundin War Crimes Trial, brought to you by Pax and Global Idé. The music in this podcast is made by the artist JJ Kang and edited by Roos Boer, producer and editor Kajsa Sörman. Visit unpaiddebt.org for more background and updates from the trial. There you may also listen to more interviews with victims and experts, read expert analysis, an interactive map of attacks in Lundin’s concession area and access background information about the case.