The Tunisian Association of SOS Villages and the Egyptian SOS Villages organization signed a cooperation agreement on Wednesday, aiming to strengthen their partnership and exchange expertise in several areas. The agreement, according to a press release from the Tunisian Association of SOS Villages, focuses on supporting partnership and exchanging experiences in program development, human resources, capacity building, and training. This agreement was signed on the sidelines of the International SOS Villages meeting held in Tunis from September 26 to 29, 2026.
The agreement also aims to promote the participation of young people benefiting from SOS Villages services in both countries in joint activities and initiatives. The President of the Tunisian Association of SOS Villages, Mohamed Magdiche, emphasized that this agreement represents a significant step in enhancing the capabilities of cadres and exchanging experiences between Tunisia and Egypt. This cooperation reflects the shared desire to strengthen integration among SOS Villages organizations in the Arab region, serving childhood and protecting children who have lost or are at risk of losing care.
The President of the Egyptian SOS Villages organization, Yasser Mohamed Ali, expressed his appreciation for the Tunisian experience, describing it as a successful and valuable one that can be learned from and exchanged. He stressed the importance of enhancing cooperation between Tunisia and Egypt and expanding the scope of joint work. This will enable both parties to benefit from their experiences and expertise, serving children, families, and young people.
The International SOS Villages meeting, which took place from September 26 to 29, 2026, brought together delegations from 28 associations from around the world. The meeting provided a platform for SOS Villages organizations to share experiences, best practices, and innovative approaches to supporting children and families in need. The agreement between the Tunisian and Egyptian SOS Villages organizations is expected to foster greater collaboration and coordination among SOS Villages in the region.
The cooperation agreement is seen as a significant development in the partnership between Tunisia and Egypt in the field of child protection. Both countries have a strong commitment to protecting children and providing them with the necessary care and support. The agreement will help to strengthen the capacities of both organizations and enhance the quality of services provided to children and families.
The Tunisian Association of SOS Villages and the Egyptian SOS Villages organization have a long history of working together to support children and families in need. The agreement signed on Wednesday builds on this existing partnership and is expected to lead to even greater collaboration and cooperation between the two organizations. This cooperation is in line with the organizations' goals of providing a safe and nurturing environment for children who have lost or are at risk of losing care.
The signing of the cooperation agreement between the Tunisian Association of SOS Villages and the Egyptian SOS Villages organization is a significant step forward in promoting child protection and welfare in the region. The agreement is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of children and families in both countries and will help to strengthen the partnership between Tunisia and Egypt in this important area.
Key points
- The agreement aims to enhance partnership and exchange expertise in various fields, including program development, human resources, and capacity building.
