Colombia

SOS Children’s Villages presents at first Global Ministerial Conference on ending violence against children 

November 8 2024 - Every year, more than 1 billion children—one in two—worldwide suffer from physical, sexual, or emotional violence, eroding the fabric of communities and jeopardizing future generations. 

Washington, D.C.

New SOS Children’s Villages research unveils solutions to prevent unnecessary family separation 

October 31 2024 - Editorial by Jill Nosach, CEO and National Director of SOS Children’s Villages USA, highlighting the urgent need for action after groundbreaking study reveals family, societal and systemic factors driving family separation  

Namibia

A childhood to be thankful for: Josefina’s story 

October 30 2024 - After her father fatally attacked her mother, he was incarcerated, leaving Josefina and her older sister grief-stricken and completely alone—without the love and protection of a parent. 

Supporter Spotlight

Leaving a legacy of love: Kat’s story 

October 18 2024 - Kat Corbett’s life was steeped in kindness. As a young woman, Kat founded an elementary school in Toronto, Canada—dedicating her time and career to shaping young minds with the academic and life knowledge children need to lead meaningful, successful lives.  

Nigeria

Swept away: A family’s struggle in flood-ravaged Borno State, Nigeria

October 10 2024 - On an otherwise peaceful morning in September, Zarah and her family awoke to the sound of an approaching disaster.

GAZA STRIP

One year of war in Gaza: “My whole life has changed.” 

October 7 2024 - More children are vulnerable and alone as the war in Gaza continues and now spreads into Lebanon. Despite the unceasing efforts of SOS Children’s Villages and partners since October 7, 2023, children need more assistance, resources and protection from the international community to survive this humanitarian crisis.