SOS Success Stories: Walking Through History
A brief interview with Raphael Adou, a former SOS child from Abobo-Gare, which was the first SOS Children's Village in Africa.
Tuesday July 2, 2019
DRC in the Midst of Ebola Outbreak Crisis
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is currently experiencing a nearly year-long Ebola crisis, the second-largest outbreak ever recorded.
Wednesday June 26, 2019
The Power of Youth: SOS Advocates Reflect on Women Deliver
More than 8,000 world leaders, advocates, academics, activists and journalists from 165 countries gathered in Vancouver for Women Deliver 2019.
Thursday June 20, 2019
World Refugee Day 2019
June 20th, 2019, is World Refugee Day. Norbert Meder, CEO of SOS International, calls on governments to do more.
Tuesday June 18, 2019
When the Abuse Ends
After escaping domestic violence, a mother and daughter have only SOS Children's Villages to turn to.
Wading Through the Waters
SOS’ Family Strengthening Programs expand as communities in Monrovia, Liberia, become especially vulnerable during the rainy season.
Bangladesh: Education of Rohingya Children Remains a Leading Concern
Amid the ongoing Rohingya refugee crisis, SOS Children's Villages works to bring education into the lives of children in Bangladesh.
Monday May 27, 2019
Staying Together in Care
When twin brother and sister Naol* and Beki* arrive home from kindergarten, their SOS mother wraps her arms around them in a big hug.
Wednesday May 8, 2019
Becoming Better Mothers
At the SOS Family Strengthening Program in Bethlehem, Palestine, a group of single mothers learn an unorthodox approach to improving communication…
Tuesday May 7, 2019
Stability, Love, and a Happy Childhood
Albertine* was born into a family where her parents suffered from addiction and couldn’t adequately provide for her.
Monday May 6, 2019
Perseverance and Hope in Ondangwa
Akpena* is working hard to make her dreams a reality. As the eldest child in her family, she aspires to succeed in preventing her four siblings from…
Friday May 3, 2019
Home away from home
How an SOS project in Ethiopia is improving the lives of vulnerable children and the surrounding community.
Wednesday May 1, 2019
Forgotten Emergencies: What the News Doesn't Cover
Violence, displacement, and deteriorating humanitarian conditions raise the risks of family separation and abuse of girls and boys, explains Madougou…
Thursday April 25, 2019
Reflecting on Child Protection Awareness Week 2019
In March, SOS Children’s Villages Canada organized the second annual Child Protection Awareness Week (CPAW). The yearly event raises awareness of the…
Monday April 15, 2019
Catastrophic: The Aftermath of Cyclone Idai
In the devastating aftermath of Cyclone Idai, SOS Children’s Villages is assessing the needs of children and families in our programs and in the…
Thursday April 11, 2019
SOS Canada at 50: Maria's Story
An estimated 12.7 million Canadians volunteer their time, skills and support to causes that matter to them, creating a ripple effect of giving and
Wednesday April 10, 2019
SOS Success Stories: Dr. Arif
Lured into a car with a promise of toys and chocolates, three-year-old Mohammad Ariful Haque was kidnapped by men who planned to take him from his…
Monday April 8, 2019
National Siblings Day
There is nothing quite like the bond shared between siblings. That is why SOS Children’s Villages makes all possible efforts to ensure that siblings…
Unconditional Love Allows Jhon To Share His Music With The World
Music is the great love of Jhon Fredy Diaz's life. The 27-year-old is building a career as a professional singer-songwriter – something he says is…
Wednesday April 3, 2019
SOS Canada at 50: Celebrating Female Leadership
To recognize the women who bring their leadership and expertise to SOS Children’s Villages Canada, we asked our board members to share why they…
Tuesday April 2, 2019
A Special Bond
“Nothando was about nine years old then, and so I explained to her that I would be her new mother, and that I would take good care of her. From there…
Wednesday March 27, 2019
Update on Relief Efforts for Cyclone Idai
More information on the catastrophic Tropical Cyclone Idai, which hit South-Eastern Africa on March 14, 2019.
Wednesday March 20, 2019
Hope Amidst the Horror: SOS Keeping Families Together in Syria
Meet Kareem* and Kamal, two SOS success stories from inside Syria, as the on-going civil war ravaging the nation enters its 9th year.
Friday March 15, 2019
Preventing Child Labour and Empowering Girls in Côte d’Ivoire
Tantie bagage is a widespread child labour practice in Côte d’Ivoire, affecting mostly young girls. In Yamoussoukro, these young girls get the…
Wednesday March 13, 2019
SOS Children's Villages Celebrates International Women's Day 2019
SOS Children's Villages Canada is proud to celebrate International Women's Day 2019 and recognize some of the women who make a world of difference.
Thursday March 7, 2019