The Sudanese civil war, which lasted from 1983 to 2005, displaced millions of Sudanese worldwide. Most of those who were displaced were from what is now known as South Sudan. In 1995, massive resettlement programs began, bringing some South Sudanese to North America. As a result, a growing diaspora community emerged which actively contributes to and participates in the affairs of their home country. The study sought opinions from South Sudanese who were displaced during the 1983-2005 civil war. The study examines the role played by South Sudanese diaspora in Canada and the United States in the development efforts of South Sudan. It also analyses how this assistance affects peacebuilding and development in the country. More specifically, the study argues that South Sudanese in the diaspora contribute towards peace and the country’s development efforts through resource remittances. In this research, the primary question is: How do the South Sudanese diaspora resource remittances affect peacebuilding and development?
To answer the research question, look into the role of the South Sudanese diaspora in contributing to the country's socioeconomic development. The purpose of the research is to identify and document how resource remittances can enable the process of peacebuilding and development in a country that has experienced decades of protracted conflict. The study aims to establish the significance of resource remittances in fostering peacebuilding programs and development on an individual, communal, and national level.

Documenting the role of South Sudanese diaspora resource remittances demonstrates the importance, mainly how resources are collected, channeled, and directed toward identified peacebuilding and development priorities. Undertaking research is an essential step in determining the contribution of remitted funds to relatives and friends. The study discovered that the diaspora contributes towards the country's development by remitting resources. Local peace initiatives and diaspora communities are contributing positively through collaborative projects in their respective communities. More importantly, resource remittances from the diaspora, assists relatives and friends. The study concluded that South Sudanese in the diaspora are well engaged with their country of origin by supporting relatives and friends through resource remittances. In addition, the study attested to the fact that resource remittances have a positive impact on South Sudanese socioeconomic development.