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Mental Health

Psychological support for Burkina Faso’s internally displaced children

October 6 2022 -

The armed conflict in Burkina Faso has displaced nearly 2 million people. Eighteen -year-old Ali and his family were forced to flee their home after an armed group stormed their village two years ago.

Mental Health

Caring for the caregiver in Chile

October 1 2022 -

The “Caring for the Caregiver” programme at SOS Children's Villages in Chile protects the mental health of caregivers who, due to the complexity of their work, may experience symptoms of stress and emotional fatigue.

Annual Report

International Annual Report 2021 out now!

September 22 2022 - The International Annual Report gives an overview of our federation’s activities and financial information for 2021. As for many people, the year 2021 was another difficult year for families struggling to stay together and for children and young people without parental care.

Youth Employability

We must support young people to thrive in the world of work

September 14 2022 - In an exclusive op-ed for Devex, President Dereje Wordofa calls on the global community to act for young people who lack adequate support on their education pathways.

USA

Online auction from the estate of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

September 7 2022 - Proceeds from the auction go to the RBG Endowment Fund, which will benefit programs supporting education and family economic empowerment.

UKRAINE

Ukrainian children in Romania. Interview with Rodica Marinoiu

September 9 2022 - Director of the SOS Children’s Village in Hemeius, Romania, talks about a summer school programme for children from Ukraine and their local peers.