Asia and Oceania

Survey

Survey shows need for trauma-informed care

October 7 2020 - A new survey finds that more than half of caregivers lack the training and resources to understand how trauma affects children’s development and behaviour. The survey also emphasises the importance of stability and love in helping children who have been severely abused and neglected form new trusting relationships.

GLOBAL

Impact of COVID-19 on child mental health

October 6 2020 - Teresa Ngigi, an expert and author in the field of childhood trauma, supports the mental health of children and caregivers during COVID-19.

PALESTINE

Former SOS mother cares for families in Gaza

September 30 2020 - In 1987, Ihsan Redwan became an SOS mother in Bethlehem. Today, she is the family strengthening coordinator in Gaza, supporting thousands of Palestinian children and their families.

Racism

5 tips: Talking to children about racism

July 8 2020 - Since the violent death of George Floyd, people in the USA and around the world have been taking to the streets to protest against racism. It's an issue that affects us all!

INDONESIA

Former SOS child treats COVID-19 in Indonesia

July 2 2020 - Andi Supriyanto, 24, grew up at SOS Children’s Villages Indonesia (Jakarta). Today, he is a nurse on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

VIETNAM

The girl who was saved by her SOS mother

May 26 2020 - Pham Thi Thuy, an SOS mother at SOS Children's Villages Vietnam, provides loving care to siblings Gia and Duc to reverse their malnutrition.