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Pokémon Go Poses Risks to Children

The new virtual reality smartphone game “Pokémon Go” could put children's safety in jeopardy.

Former SOS Child Competing in the Olympic Games in Rio

Mavis Chirandu, former SOS Child, departs August 1 to represent her homeland of  Zimbabwe in women’s soccer at the 2016 Summer Olympic Games

SOS Preparing for Super Typhoon Nepartak in Taiwan and Mainland China

Staff and children at SOS Children’s Village in Taiwan and mainland China are bracing themselves for Super Typhoon Nepartak.

Unleashing the Power of Community

Ryerson Orphan Sponsorship Program (OSP) supports SOS Children’s Villages in providing a second chance at childhood to vulnerable children around the…

PHOTO ESSAY: 'The Green Hunger'

Despite sporadic rains in 2016, Ethiopia is currently experiencing severe food shortages and malnutrition across the country

It's More Than Just a Ride - Infographic

Joining the RIDE in support of SOS Children’s Villages, means providing refuge for orphaned and abandoned children around the world

SOS Children’s Villages & Cirque du Soleil Launch Innovative Program for Youth in Vancouver

SOS Children’s Villages and Cirque du Soleil are bringing their SOS Social Circus program to at-risk youth in the Vancouver area

Connecting Refugees With Their Loved Ones

SOS Children’s Villages’ ICT Corners in the Balkans fill critical communication needs for refugees and aid workers.

Child Refugees Risk Becoming The ‘Lost Generation’

Millions have been displaced in the Middle East, with devastating consequences for children. Restoring child safety and stability is a top priority.

Refugee Crisis Emergency Response Infographic

We provide emergency response for refugee children and families in 14 countries since 2015: Syria, Lebanon, Armenia, Greece, Macedonia, Serbia and…

Ecuador Earthquake: Two Months Later

April 16th 2016 Ecuador was struck by a devastating earthquake. SOS Children’s Villages reports on recovery efforts underway for 350,000 left needing…

The Power of Sport for Vulnerable Youth

For 14-year-old Ange Kwizera, basketball is more than just a sport, it’s a life-line

Fighting Yellow Fever in Angola

Staff at SOS Children’s Villages Angola take matters into their own hands to combat the recent yellow fever epidemic.

The Secret to a Happy Child

The support and protection that parents provide, arm children with what they need to reach their full potential and lead happy and productive lives.…

Helping Children Deal with Trauma

The Adelis Foundation donates $450,000 to the Israeli Society of SOS Children's Villages

The Adelis Foundation donates $450,000 to the Israeli Society of SOS Children's Villages to support the renovation of 12 family homes

Nepal Earthquake - One Year Later

In the year since the Nepal earthquake that struck on 25 April 2015, SOS has been providing humanitarian support for children and families in need.

Giving Hope When All is Lost

Suleyman was two years old when his biological mother left him and his baby brother with a family friend named Sarah. She never returned.

Cirque du Soleil tickets – TORUK

TORUK: Plan your next teambuilding or business development activity with tickets to Cirque du Soleil

Cirque du Soleil tickets – LUZIA

LUZIA: Plan your next teambuilding or business development activity with tickets to Cirque du Soleil

Ecuador Earthquake Emergency

On Saturday April the 16th at 7:00 pm local time, Ecuador was hit with a 7.8 magnitude earthquake in the north central coastal region. All SOS…

Ethiopian Drought: When the Rain Stops Coming

An estimated 10.3 million people are suffering the effects of drought in Ethiopia and are in need of assistance.  This includes 6 million…

What a Boy Can Do, a Girl Can Do Too

Gender equality conversations take place often in SOS Children’s Village, Jimma in Ethiopia. Children are taught to celebrate the differences between…

Women at the centre of SOS Children’s Villages

From SOS mothers, to motivated philanthropic donors, to teachers and staff, women and girls play an instrumental role in promoting the vision of SOS.

Aiding Starving Children in Syria

The months-long siege of the Syrian town of Madaya was lifted briefly last month, allowing access for humanitarian aid convoys to deliver food