SOS Children's Villages in Ethiopia

Hamdi once felt invisible, watching others play. Through Team Up, part of the EJR project by SOS Children’s Villages in Ethiopia with the Dutch Relief Alliance and SOS Kinderdorpen Nederland's support, he found healing and hope again. Read the full story: sos-ethiopia.org/stories/hamdi-…

Every child deserves protection, but protection needs investment! Sustainable social protection funding is not just about finances, it’s about commitment & ensuring that every child grows up in a safe, stable, and supportive environment, where families are empowered.

SOS Children’s Villages in Ethiopia continues to strengthen safeguarding, building safer systems that protect all. October’s PSHEA refreshers united staff members across Addis Ababa, Harar, Jimma & the National Office in our lived commitment to integrity & accountability.

Our SOS Children’s Villages in Ethiopia themed tote bags are back! 💙 More than just a bag, it’s a statement of care and solidarity. Every purchase supports children, young people, and families across Ethiopia. Thank you, @CaffeeTomoca, for your continued partnership!

Social Protection and Child Protection are two sides of the same coin, both vital to help every child grow up safe, supported, and empowered. Act today: advocate, collaborate, and invest in integrated protection for all! #SOSChildrensVillages #ForEveryChild #SocialProtection

The @thehertieschool, together with @soskinderdorf, is inviting ambitious and socially engaged students to apply for a prestigious scholarship for one of their master’s programmes. 🔗Learn more: hertie-school.org/en/study/fundi… 🗓️Deadline: 15 January 2026

Care leavers in Ethiopia are shaping national systems through the NCLACE, with support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, through its strategic partnership with SOS Børnebyerne, we continue to ensure no youth is left behind. Read how: sos-ethiopia.org/news/building-…

Child sponsorship is more than charity; it’s an investment in the next generation of thinkers, leaders, and dreamers. Sponsor a child today using this link: forms.office.com/r/n1ckjWfLkW Use @telebirr to make your contribution easy and impactful.

Across Ethiopia, young people who grew up in alternative care are stepping forward to claim a future that recognizes their rights. Leading this movement is the NCLACE, the country’s first legally registered coalition of care leavers advocating for stronger systems.

To build systems that support all, especially children, social protection must be more than just financial aid, it must be comprehensive & grounded in principle. When grounded in strong principles, social protection becomes a tool for equity, inclusion, & long-term resilience.

From a dream put on hold to running her own decor business, Hiba’s journey is truly inspiring. Through the STEP project implemented by SOS Children's Villages in Ethiopia, supported by @soskinderdorf, she’s turning creativity into opportunity. Read more: sos-ethiopia.org/stories/hiba-s…

In Jimma, through the Grow Equal Project, SOS Children’s Villages in Ethiopia is working with local leaders to challenge harmful gender norms & protect children. Our latest analysis shows both progress and readiness for change. Read the full article: sos-ethiopia.org/news/bridging-…

Child-sensitive social protection is not just about reducing poverty; it’s about recognizing and addressing the unique vulnerabilities children face. It’s time to invest in inclusive, child-focused social protection that builds a stronger, more just future for all.

United by a shared commitment to dignity & protection, we organized a Training of Trainers (Oct 16–17) on Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse in collaboration with the Ethiopia PSEA network & led under the Dutch Relief Alliance Ethiopia Joint Response project partnership.

Play is more than fun, it's how children grow, learn, and explore. But many miss out due to hardship. Sponsor a child and bring back the joy of childhood: forms.office.com/r/n1ckjWfLkW Use @telebirr to make your contribution easy and impactful. #SOSCVE #LocalSponsorship

Amina lost her farm, livestock, and nearly hope. Drought forced her to the edge. But support from the Ethiopia Joint Response project helped her rebuild. In 2024, we have been able to reach nearly 136,000 people like Amina and her family. youtu.be/mbsq8mFuyk8

Social protection is a fundamental right for all! Today, we’re launching our campaign to promote a child-sensitive social protection fund. Children deserve systems that protect their wellbeing, safety & future. Protect children, protect the future.

Our "Grow Equal: Her Right to a Sustainable Life" project recently facilitated a successful 2 day national consultative workshop focused on integrating gender into climate change and green economy policies. We're committed to turning key insights raised into inclusive action!

Lielt, a child who endured the Tigray war and the loss of her mother, began healing when she became part of the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) project, implemented by SOS Children’s Villages in Ethiopia with support from @soskinderdorf. sos-ethiopia.org/stories/lielt-…

There’s nothing more heartwarming than a child’s laughter, and because you chose to say “yes,” children are growing up with love, education, nutritious meals, and the chance to simply live out their childhoods. Sponsor a child today: forms.office.com/r/n1ckjWfLkW