SOUTH SUDAN Context and existing response Following the succession of South Sudan in 2011, the nationality law of Sudan was amended so that Sudanese nationality is automatically withdrawn from individuals who are considered South Sudanese nationals under the law of South Sudan. At the same time, South Sudan adopted nationality legislation which set out a broad definition of who was considered a South Sudanese national, ensuring that large-scale statelessness was avoided. However, certain populations are at risk of becoming stateless because they are not recognized as citizens of either South Sudan or Sudan. UNHCR is working to reduce the risk of statelessness by helping the Government of South Sudan to issue nationality documentation to its nationals in South Sudan and Sudan, and promoting fair and transparent procedures for determination of nationality. Considering the seriousness and the scale of the risk of statelessness, resources are essential to enable a timely and comprehensive response. Strategy and partnerships UNHCR's strategic vision in addressing statelessness in South Sudan has four overarching objectives. Firstly, to support the Government’s institutional capacity to identify risks of statelessness and to prevent and resolve such situations. Secondly, to promote public awareness and civil society engagement on issues of nationality and statelessness. Thirdly, to assist populations most at risk to access their right to nationality and documentation and, lastly, to promote and support a regional dialogue and coordination to prevent and resolve statelessness for identified populations. In view of the complexity of the issue of statelessness in South Sudan, stemming mainly from its multiple causes, the need for state-building of the youngest country in the world, and given years of civil conflict, UNHCR will remain strongly engaged, working with a broad range of local partners to promote full national ownership of the issue and to encourage the required political will. Vision for 2019   Tens of thousands of individuals at risk of statelessness obtain nationality documentation. Increased capacity and outreach by the authorities to issue nationality documentation. 17