07:00, 26 May 2026
Words by Cheyanne Bryan, Editorial and Campaign Marketing Executive, London
Save the Children has released ‘Walk Twice’, a powerful new film highlighting the devastating impact of conflict on children in Sudan and the urgent need for greater support for families displaced by war.
The film follows the story of 13-year-old Ali* and his younger brother Nour* (names changed to protect identities) whose lives changed forever during fighting in Khartoum in April 2023. While playing football with friends, a shell exploded nearby, leaving Ali with an amputated leg and Nour with severe spinal injuries that resulted in paraplegia. What began as an ordinary childhood moment quickly became a story of survival, displacement and resilience.
After the attack, the boys and their mother were forced to flee repeatedly across Sudan in search of medical care and safety as hospitals came under attack and health services collapsed. Their journey eventually led them to a displacement camp in Gedarif, where they continue to rebuild their lives despite ongoing physical and emotional challenges.
At the heart of Walk Twice is the determination of children to keep moving forward even in the face of unimaginable hardship. Ali’s return to school, supported by Save the Children through mobility aids including an electric wheelchair, symbolises the life-changing impact humanitarian support can have.
In the film, Ali says: “The electric wheelchair gave me back my mobility and made me feel no longer lacking. It gave me strong motivation.”
The film also draws attention to the wider crisis facing children in Sudan, where conflict, displacement and explosive weapons continue to threaten lives and futures. It links to Save the Children’s wider campaign calling for greater protection of children in conflict zones and increased humanitarian support for families affected by war. Through its work in Sudan, the charity provides emergency healthcare, education, psychosocial support, mobility aids and protection services for displaced children and families.
Walk Twice is both a deeply personal story and a wider call to action. By centering the voices of children like Ali and Nour, the film highlights not only the trauma caused by conflict, but also the importance of ensuring children can continue to learn, recover and hope for a better future.
At Smiley Movement, we like to elevate the work of charities across the world. Here are three charities whose causes align with the themes in this article.
Save The Children. This international charity supports children affected by conflict, displacement and poverty through emergency aid, education and protection services. It provides vital support including healthcare, school supplies, psychosocial care and mobility aids for children recovering from war injuries. Learn more here.
International Rescue Committee. This US based charity responds to humanitarian crises by delivering emergency healthcare, education and protection services to families displaced by conflict and disaster. Discover their work here.
War Child UK. This charity supports children affected by conflict by providing safe spaces, mental health support and access to education in war zones and refugee settings. Find out more here.
This positive news article aligns with the UN SDG Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions.
