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Recovering after the earthquake in Ecuador

February 14 2017 - In April 2016, a devastating earthquake hit Ecuador. Watch our video to learn more about how we have helped children and families cope with the effects of the disaster.

Built to last: SOS Children’s Villages keeps children safe against natural disaster

January 31 2017 - Recent emergencies in Philippines, Nepal and Haiti show the value of sound construction.

Partnering with local businesses to help young people on their way to independence

January 27 2017 - Finding work and becoming independent is not easy for young people in Peru. SOS Children's Villages Peru has paired up with a local company to provide young people who cannot count on the support network of a family with internship opportunities.

Community centres offer a haven in hurricane-battered Les Cayes, Haiti

November 2 2016 - In the weeks after Hurricane Matthew battered southern Haiti on 4 October, residents of Les Cayes were struggling to clear piles of debris. The scars Matthew left behind look nowhere close to healing – and that includes the personal trauma children have suffered.

International partnership to expand employment opportunities for under-served youth

October 25 2016 - A global partnership announced today between the Youth Career Initiative and SOS Children’s Villages International aims to help thousands of disadvantaged young people develop the skills and connections they need to secure decent work.

Speaking out to help end violence against children

July 10 2016 - On 12 July, the Global Partnership to End Violence Against Children is launched at the United Nations in New York. 17-year-old Ramón, who grew up in an SOS Children's Village in Paraguay, has been invited to represent children and young people of his region.

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