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Ensuring No Child Grows Alone.

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We focus on ensuring that children and young people without or at risk of losing parental care grow up with the care, relationships and support they need to become stronger.

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WE ARE RECRUITING, A DRIVER, PSYCHOLOGIST, REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR, AND MONITORING AND EVALUATION COORDINATOR, PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS OFFICER

We are looking for a suitably qualified candidate for the position of a Driver, Psychologist, Repair and Maintenance Coordinator, and Monitoring …

SOS Children's Villages receives donation from Gambia Milling Corporation

On Friday, 6th of January 2024, Gambia Milling Corporation (GMC) made a cash donation to SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia in Bakoteh as part of…

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) TO TRAIN 150 YOUTH IN TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (TVET) PROGRAMS

SOS Children’s Villages in The Gambia through Hermann Gmeiner-Fonds Deutschland secured funding from the German Federal Ministry of Economic …

SOS Children's Villages National Youth Network Members Attends Youth Connekt 3.0 Summit in The Gambia

Earlier today three members of the SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia National Youth Network and the National Youth Coordinator are currently …

APPLICATION FOR TVET TRAINING PROGRAM FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia is looking for 150 YOUTHS from vulnerable and marginalized family backgrounds to be supported by the …

Newsletter 2023

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SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia Five Years Strategy Summary Document 2023-2027

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INVITATION FOR BID

SOS Children's Villages The Gambia hereby invites interested Insurance Companies to submit bids for Motor Vehicles and Motor Cycles Comprehensive …

SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia Host the Regional SOS Children's Villages Meetings for West, Central North Africa.

In its attempt to ensure conformity with SOS Children’s Villages Program Quality Standards, Regional and International Instruments for children …

WE ARE RECRUITING.

SOS Children’s Villages in The Gambia is a non-governmental social development organisation that has been active in the field of children's rights …

Trust Bank Gambia Pledged to SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia.

SOS Children’s Villages in The Gambia and Trust Bank, The Gambia signed an MoU for the sponsorship of one of our family houses in Bakoteh in March …

Trust Bank Gambia Pledged to SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia.

SOS Children’s Villages in The Gambia and Trust Bank, The Gambia signed an MoU for the sponsorship of one of our family houses in Bakoteh in March …

Delegation of the British High Commission Visits SOS Children's Villages

Earlier on Tuesday morning the 2nd of May 2023, we were pleased to have received the Deputy British High Commissioner and Delegation to the SOS…

Consultancy for a Project Mid-Term Review.

SOS Children’s Villages has been working in The Gambia since the early 1980s and established SOS village communities in Bakoteh and Basse, …

SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia paid a courtesy to the President of the Republic of The Gambia

SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia paid a courtesy call to His Excellency the President of the Republic of The Gambia earlier on Tuesday the 4th…

We Are Hiring

We are looking for a suitably qualified candidate for the position of a Monitoring and Evaluation (M & E) Coordinator at SOS National …

Invitation For Bid

Hermann-Gmeiner Fonds Deutschland (HGFD) and SOS Children’s Villages in The Gambia (SOS CV The Gambia) agreed upon the development of a joint …

SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia Joins the Global YouthCan! Project

WHAT IS THE YOUTHCAN! PROJECT? YouthCan! is a global network of over 280 partners in 50 countries working together to empower young people without …

ON INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2023

As part of the IWD 2023, On Thursday the 9th of March 2023, SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia joined other partners, Child Fund the Gambia, The…

Women Empowerment for Change Project in Farafenni.

PREVENTING FAMILY SEPARATION ( FAMILY STRENGTHENING PROGRAMS)   It is in a child’s best interests to remain with the family of origin as long as…

We Are Recruiting a Consultant.

In 2019, SOS Children’s Villages in The Gambia in partnership with SOS Children’s Villages Finland secured funding from the Finnish Ministry of …

Introducing SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia National BRAND AMBASSADOR

On Saturday the 10th of December 2022, SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia unveiled her new National Brand Ambassador who will help raise …

NEWS RELEASE - SOS CHILDREN'S VILLAGES IN THE GAMBIA

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ADVERT: External Evaluation

Sustainable Waste Management for the reduction of Child Rights Violations at Bakoteh Dumpsite (BMZ Project Phase I) We are recruiting an …

SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia Hosts International Children's Day 2022

On  November 20th, SOS Children’s Villages in Bakoteh hosted the Minister of Gender, Children and Social Welfare, Unicef, Child Fund, and …

Handing over Ceremony of donated Catering equipment to SOS Children’s Villages Mother and Adult Training Center.

Handing over Ceremony of donated Catering equipment to SOS Children’s Villages Mother and Adult Training Center. Date : 18th November 2022 …

SOS Children's Villages Management pays visit to the Minister of Gender, Children and Social Welfare.

We were pleased to have been received by the Minister of Gender, Children, and social welfare in her office on Wednesday 16th November 2022. The …

WE ARE RECRUITING FOR Consultant

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Trust Bank Gambia Limited visits SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia.

We were pleased to have received the Management of Trust Bank Gambia Limited and delegation at our office on Tuesday the 15th of November 2022. The…

SOS Children's Villages Management in The Gambia met with the Gambian Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs.

We were pleased to have met the Hon. Minister for Finance and Economic Affairs on Tuesday the 8th of November at his office in Banjul. The main …

Celebrating 40 years of Service to Vulnerable Children, Young People and their Communities.

Press-Kit_SOS-Childrens-Villages_40th-Anniversary-for-websiteDownload This year we are marking 40 years of service ( March 1982 – 2022 ) to the …

WOMEN EMPOWERMENT FOR CHANGE PROJECT. (FAMILY STRENGTHENING PROGRAM BAKOTEH)

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We are recruiting a consultant for our Child Right Project at the Bakoteh Dumpsite

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SOS Children's Villages join the Kanifing Municipal Council Regional Disaster Committee and Partners to Distribute Food Items to Flood Victims.

Through the KMC Regional Disaster Committee , on Friday the 19th SOS Children's Villages in The  Gambia participated in the distribution …

SOS Children's Villages Collaborate with Ministry of Health to Launch the Digital Birth Registration and National Health Scheme in The Gambia

Earlier on Monday, the 1st of August 2022 Ministry of Health The Gambia collaboration with SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia launched the …

Invitation for Bid, Provision of Motor Vehicle and Motor Cycles  Comprehensive Insurance

SOS Children’s Villages in The Gambia is a non-governmental social development organisation that has been active in the field of …

Institutional , Partners and Programs Manager @ Hermann Gmeiner Fund Deutschland Visits SOS Children's Villages.

We were pleased to have received Monika Kleck from the Hermann Gmeiner Fund Deutschland ( HGFD) on the 20th of July 2022. Monika is on a 10-day …

SOS Children's Villages Briefs NA Select Committee on Children, Women & Social Welfare

On Monday the 4th of July 2022, we had a two hours fruitful discussion with the National Assembly Committee on Children, Gender, and Social Welfare…

What is SERVY Project in The Gambia?

In 2019, SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia through SOS Children's Villages in Finland started the implementation of a four years project called…

SOS CHILDREN'S VILLAGE'S DAY

NO CHILD SHOULD GROW UP ALONE. STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT OF SOS CHILDREN'S VILLAGES ON SOS CHILDREN'S VILLAGES DAY. “Hermann Gmeiner …

SOS Children's Villages in partnership with ASPTT launches Kidisport in The Gambia.

On Wednesday the 8th of June 2022, SOS Children’s Villages in The Gambia and ASPTT for the first time in The Gambia launched the Kidisport …

SOS Children's Villages signed Contract with Fantanka

SOS Children’s Villages believes that partnership and collaboration is becoming evident and necessary especially when it comes to issues relating …

2nd Edition Newsletter

NEWS-BRIEFING-2-EDITION-2022-1Download We are happy to share with you our 2nd Edition of our Newsletter ( News Briefing).

SOS Children's Villages signed MoU with MBOLO ASSOCIATION.

SOS Children’s Villages in The Gambia believes that partnership and collaboration is becoming evident and necessary especially when it comes to …

Two youths attend The Economic and Social Council Youth Forum 2022

As an organization working to empower young people, it was evident that young people in care voices needed to be heard in this forum.  We applauded…

What is the BMZ Project in The Gambia

BMZ PROJECT IN A MINUTEDownload SOS Children’s Villages the Gambia through Hermann Gmeiner Fonds Deutschland in partnership with Kanifing …

3 SOS Children's Villages participants attend The Woman Boss Gala Award 2022.

The Sisters Show is a  Talk Show & Podcast Hosted By Five Siblings With Diverse Views, Different Professions & Vibrant Personalities. …

Idea’s Competition! “Sustainable Waste Management to reduce child rights violation at the Bakoteh dumpsite

ADVERTISEMENT FOR IDEA COMPETITION Project Title: SustainableWaste Management to reduce child rights violation at the Bakoteh dumpsite (BMZ) …

60 graduates in Social work, Literacy, Catering , Craft and Sewing

After months of studies couple with the Covid -19 pandemic , on March the 31st 60 students from various field of studies ( Social Work, Literacy …

Youth - led Community Awareness Raising

The National Youth Network of SOS Children’s Villages on Saturday 26th March embarked on a day community sensitization on Sexual Reproductive …

SOS Children's Villages Meets Child Fund The Gambia

SOS Children’s Villages in The Gambia believes that the need for partnership and collaboration is becoming evident and necessary especially when it…

"I have always dreamed of becoming a footballer"

As far back as she can remember, Adama has always loved playing football and dreamed of becoming a professional footballer. A dream that came …

French Ambassador & Delegation visits SOS Children's Villages

The French Ambassador to The Gambia , Charge de Affairs Jean-Charles Allard and members of the French Parliament on Friday 18th of February 2022, …

EGALISE donates to SOS Children's Villages

SOS Children's Villages received the delegation of EGALISE at the SOS Children's Village Bakoteh, to hand over donated materials to the SOS …

Stakeholders’ Dialogue Forum on Waste Management.

SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia with partners on Tuesday the 8th of February 2022 held a stakeholder's forum on Waste Management. This …

Appointment of New National Director

We are pleased to inform you that Mr. Jean-Pierre Kouamin has been appointed as National Director of SOS Children’s Villages in The Gambia.Mr. …

My Harvest is Bounty

Amie is 39 years old. She is the second wife of her husband and has 6 children under her care. Amie is a seasonal peasant farmer and a gardener…

National Family Strengthening Coordinator.

We are looking for a suitably qualified candidate for the position of a National Family Strengthening Coordinator at SOS National Coordination …

Head of Institutional Partner and Program at HGFD visits SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia

Angelika Schwaiger, the head of Institutional Partner and Program at the Hermann Gmeiner Fund embarked on a 3days monitoring visit in The Gambia. …

SOS Children's Villages Participant Chairs World Children's Day Celebration.

World Children's Day is celebrated on 20th November 2021 each year. The day offers each of us an inspirational entry-point to advocate, promote and…

ENHANCING DIGITAL LITERACY FOR VULNERABLE YOUNG PEOPLE & COMMUNITIES.

SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia through the support of SOS Children's Villages Finland is currently funding a 4 years project on Youth …

Review of The Gambia's Children's Act 2005.

1 in 10 children and young people are separated from their families, abandoned, neglected, or forced to live in an abusive environment, growing up …

Contracts for the Construction Component of the BMZ - Bakoteh Dumpsite Signed

On Thursday the 7th of October 2021, SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia signed the contract for the construction component of the BMZ- …

SOS Children's Villages signs MoU with the National Nutrition Agency of The Gambia.

SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia signs Memorandum of Understanding with the National Nutrition Agency of The Gambia. The National Nutrition …

Review of the Minimum Standard for Child Care Institutions in The Gambia.

SOS Children's Villages in The Gambia in Monday the 27th of September 2021, joins the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Welfare with …

On World Humanitarian Day!

SOS Children's Villages The Gambia would like to celebrate individuals and humanitarian workers like Bakary Sawaneh who support children, young …

World Humanitarian Day 2021

Statement by Acting National Director SOS Children's Villages The Gambia Today is another important day as we come together to celebrate world …

Acting National Director delivers statement on International Youth Day

The Acting National Director SOS Children's Villages The Gambia Mr. Ebou Faye Njie on Thursday delivered a statement on behalf of the National …

SOS Children's Village Bakoteh conducts workshop on Social Integration.

STRENGTHENING INTEGRATION OF SOS FAMILY MEMBERS INTO THE COMMUNITY. Growing up as a member of a community is crucial for children and young …

Press Release -SOS Children’s Villages elects new President and top leadership

The new leadership commits to implementing important changes to improve safeguarding and the quality of childcare to the highest standard, with …

KALILU TOURAY SPEAKS AT THE SOS Children's Villages International General Assembly

On June 23rd 2021 , Kalilu Touray an SOS Youth from SOS Children's Village Basse addresses delegates during the SOS Children's Villages …

SOS Children’s Villages The Gambia join force to commemorate the Day of the African Child ( ACRWC@30

The 16 June is a day marked as the Day of the African Child in remembrance of the massacre of innocent school children of Soweto by the then …

German Minister for Economic Cooperation and Developments Lays Foundation Stone for the Construction component of the Bakoteh Dumpsite Project

On Thursday the 17th of June 2021, the German Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development - BMZ laid the foundation stone for the …

WE ARE RECRUITING FOR NATIONAL DIRECTOR

Job-Advert-National-Director-Gambia-1Download SOS Children’s Villages International is a Global Organisation established in 1949 that works to …

PAPEV Forum with National Assembly Select Committee on Children, Women and Refugee) and Child Protection Actors

As a key child protection actor SOS Children's Villages The Gambia joined the National Assembly Select Committee on Children, Women and Refugee) …

Kalilu Touray from The Gambia Represents SOS Youths around the world

Kalilu Touray from SOS Children's Villages The Gambia with three other SOS Youths around the world will be taking part in the upcoming SOS …

Training on Photography, Filming and Editing.

After 8 weeks of intensive training on Photography and Videography ( Filming, Editing and Photography) staff from the Fund , Development and …

Head of Delegation (HOD) & Charge d'Affaires of the German Embassy Liaison Office in Banjul visits SOS Children's Villages The Gambia

Head of Delegation (HOD) & Charge d'Affaires of the German Embassy Liaison Office in Banjul Ms. Isabell Blochl and the Political Attache Ms. …

Consultancy for Mid-Term Review of SOS Project.

SOS-YEP-Soma_A.0.6_SERVY_ToR_-Mid_Term_Review_-Study_May-2021-1Download We are looking for a consultant to conduct a mid-term review of our …

SOS Children’s Villages responds to failures in safeguarding and governance

Statement from CEO Ingrid Maria Johansen 5th May 2021 SOS Children’s Villages responds to failures in safeguarding and governance SOS …

Review Of The Gambia’s NGO Bill 2020.

The National Director and Advocacy and Communication Coordinator SOS Children's Villages The Gambia on Thursday the 22nd of April joined other …

Youth Empowerment & Employability .

The Gambia remains on the list of least developed countries. It has a small economy that relies primarily on agriculture, tourism, and remittances.…

CVI REPRESENTATIVE YAOUNDE CLUSTER VISITS THE GAMBIA

Do you know that SOS Children's Villages International is a federation comprises of 118 National SOS Children's Villages associations with 133 …

DHL - GAMBIA DONATES TO SOS CHILDREN'S VILLAGES

DHL Gambia donates Euro 1000 equivalent to GMD 63150 to SOS Children's Villages The Gambia. The Country Manager Joseph A Odole led the delegation. …

My Amazing Story

By Dr. Messiah Moore I attended SOS Hermann Gmeiner International High School in Gambia. My name is Messiah Moore, and I grew up…