Every child has the right to childhood.

We are an international charity helping children in crisis around the world when they need us the most. We are there for children so they can grow up loved, safe and supported.

What we do.

Prevent.

We help families get support before problems become crises.

So more children can stay safely with the people who care for them.

Protect.

We protect children who have been separated from family.

Helping them get safe, supportive care and stay connected to the people who matter.

Advocate.

We work with children, families and decision-makers.

Improving the policies and services that shape children’s lives and protect their rights.

Evidence.

We learn what works, listen to children and families, and share that learning so support can keep improving.

What we stand for.

Childhood shapes who we are and who we will become. We believe children should grow up within a family and community. With the relationships, stability and opportunities they need to learn, play, develop and imagine a future.

Right to Childhood exists to make this possible. For more than 50 years, we have worked closely with local partners to keep families together, protect children at risk and speak up with children. We listen to children, respect their rights and help strengthen the support around them.

Together, we defend childhood. So every child can thrive. With the safety, care and respect they deserve.

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How you can help.

Defending childhood takes all of us. However you choose to help, your support can make a real difference. Help children grow up loved, safe and supported.

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Turn something you love into action. Fundraise with us, bring people together and help defend childhood for more children.

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Your donation can help a child stay safely with their family, get protection in a crisis and access the care and support they need to thrive.

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Stories & updates.

Meet the children, families and partners behind our work, and read the latest news, stories and updates from around the world.

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SOS Children’s Villages UK becomes Right to Childhood

Today marks an important new chapter for us. We are so excited to share with you that SOS Children’s Villages UK is now Right...

Our next chapter, in our own words

We spend a lot of time thinking about how best to communicate our work at SOS Children’s Villages UK. How do we make sure...

Our focus is changing, but our commitment to children is not  

For over 50 years, SOS Children’s Villages UK has connected passionate and motivated supporters with ways to directly change the lives of children and...

In partnership with.

Strong partnerships make lasting change possible. We work with businesses, funders and other organisations that share our commitment to defending children’s rights. Together, we can strengthen local organisations, support families and make a difference for more children.

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Get stories and updates from children, families and communities around the world. See what’s changing, what we’re learning and how you can help defend every child’s right to childhood.