SOS Children's Villages International
The first SOS Children's Village was established in 1949 in Imst, Austria. We dedicated ourselves to helping children in need—those who lost their families, homes, and safety due to World War II. With the support of numerous donors and partners, our organization has grown and expanded to help children worldwide. Starting from one children's village, it expanded to two. Today, SOS Children's Village projects are present in over 130 countries globally, with Laos being the 124th country.
Our Principles
Children
Every child is unique and deserves respect.
We recognize children's abilities, guide and help them move toward independent living and become good citizens who contribute to our society.
Caregivers
Every child needs care and stable caregivers.
We ensure that children receive and have trustworthy relationships with caregivers based on love, respect, and safety.
Families
Every child grows up in a family-supportive environment.
We encourage families to stay together. If children cannot grow up in their original families, we encourage them to build lasting bonds in alternative family environments. At the same time, we must ensure that their siblings live together.
Communities
Every child is part of a safe and mutually supportive community.
We help families connect with their communities, share experiences, help each other, and work together to create a good environment for children and young people to develop.