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Côte d'Ivoire

A weight lifted from their shoulders

February 19 2019 - 'Tantie bagage' is a widespread child labour practice in Côte d’Ivoire in which mostly young girls carry heavy loads to earn money to support their families or help pay for school. An SOS Children's Villages project gives these girls the chance to trade child labour for an education.

Zimbabwe

Family strengthening as a way out of hardship

January 10 2019 - Samuel Musakasa, a father of eight in Harare, Zimbabwe, lost his job after an accident. He was no longer able to meet the children’s basic needs. SOS Children’s Villages helped the family to find a way forward.

Nigeria

A mentee becomes a mentor to young women

November 27 2018 - Jessica, 25, is passionate about supporting other young women in Nigeria to achieve their potential.

Egypt

How art can increase confidence and opportunities

November 13 2018 - Eight years ago, Doaa struggled with a speech impediment. People could not understand her when she spoke.

Africa Youth Day

Inspired by her SOS mother, Damalie prepares for success

November 1 2018 - Damalie is passionate about her dream of working in marketing. Today, she is studying for a Bachelor’s in Social Science with a double major in psychology and marketing at Monash University, South Africa.

YouthLinks

Using technology to boost job opportunity

October 24 2018 - SOS Children’s Villages links young people with mentors to provide career advice and encouragement.

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