Africa

Global

The critical connection between climate and child protection 

April 8 2026 - Evidence of a changing climate is everywhere—and children are paying the price. 2024 was officially the hottest year on record, with global temperatures surging 2.7°F above pre-industrial levels. More than 600 extreme weather events displaced more than 800,000 people and left 1.1 million injured. 

WOMEN & GIRLS

International Women’s Day 2026: Three women fighting for gender equality 

March 3 2026 - On March 8, International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating women breaking barriers and fighting for gender equality worldwide. Whether removing obstacles for women in leadership roles or advocating for girls’ right to education, these three inspiring women are paving the way for change.

Chad

Sudan refugee crisis: How safe spaces help children heal in Eastern Chad  

October 29 2025 - When 13-year-old Abdoulaye fled Darfur with his parents, he was malnourished, withdrawn and unable to move on his own due to a physical disability.  

International Day of the Girl 2025

International Day of the Girl: How three young leaders are making a global impact 

September 29 2025 - On October 11, International Day of the Girl, we’re celebrating the power, potential and rights of girls worldwide. 

Somalia

Somaliland’s hydroponic hope: The sustainable farming initiative growing food security 

September 26 2025 - For people living through Somaliland’s fifth year of severe drought, climate-smart farming initiatives are growing more than vegetables—they’re growing hope for a sustainable future.

EduCare

SOS Children’s Villages submits EduCare for MacArthur Foundation’s 100&Change grant 

September 12 2025 - At SOS, we know education is more than just knowledge—it’s a fundamental human right and the key to unlocking a brighter future.