Family strengthening program

The SOS Children's Villages Namibia acknowledges the importance of community and family involvement in promoting child protection and supporting sustainable livelihoods. With this, the organization aims to empower communities and families to take an active role in caring for and protecting children

We continue to strengthen community child protection systems, provide training and support for parental skills, promote sanitation and hygiene, and provide mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) services. Additionally, SOS Namibia works to address gender-based violence (GBV) through partnerships and advocacy efforts.

Community empowerment for family empowerment

We Work with relevant stakeholders in a community to develop strong, locally owned sustainable social support systems for children, young people and their families

We empower the community together with partners and local stakeholders to be strong and resilient and able to support families sustainably

Direct Family empowerment

We empower the family towards self-reliance 

Caregivers provide quality care to children and young people.Families make use of essential supporting services to meet children’s development needs.Families have, or access, the financial and material resources required to ensure their children’s rights and needs are met.

Child & Youth development:

We build strong families and strong communities support:

Children and young people realize their rights and meet their individual needs, supported by their caregivers, families and communities.

Children and young people have safe, stable and nurturing relationships and are integrated in the community

Health

Access to nutritional assistance, secure their basic needs and promote access to healthcare to keep children and families healthy. 

Training

Training and equipping parents to earn an income and create a stable home. Ensuring access to education for girls and boys, including school fees, school uniforms, study materials, tutoring and after-school help. 

Advisory

Coaching in parenting and household management skills, coaching and further training in the areas of education, housekeeping and violence prevention. 

Income

Advice and education, training, further education for parents to create a sustainable livelihood.