SOS Malta's Overseas Development Programme is a fundamental pillar of its mission to promote human dignity, social justice and solidarity beyond national borders. Through this programme, SOS Malta seeks to engage in sustainable development cooperation, providing both humanitarian aid and long-term capacity-building support to vulnerable communities in developing countries.
The organisation focuses on participatory approaches, empowering local populations and institutions to take an active role in identifying their needs and shaping their future. Whether addressing food insecurity in Ethiopia, improving access to education in Uganda, or supporting refugees in Lebanon, SOS Malta works hand in hand with local partners to ensure culturally sensitive and effective interventions.
These projects are made possible thanks to collaborations with government bodies, international networks, NGOs, and volunteers. SOS Malta ensures transparency and accountability throughout each project, aligning its activities with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations.
15+
Countries Reached
20000+
People Supported
200+
Local Partnerships
Examples of Overseas Development Projects
Uganda: Access to Quality Education and Health Services (2014–2018)
Improved access to education and primary healthcare in rural northern Uganda, especially for women and children. Included construction of classrooms, wells, clinics, and training of community health workers.
Ethiopia: Food Security and Resilience Building (2010–2016)
Focused on food insecurity in semi-arid regions through drip irrigation, sustainable farming education, and women's empowerment in agriculture.
Ethiopia: WASH Programme (2011–2015)
Improved community health through clean water and sanitation infrastructure. Built latrines, water points, and promoted hygiene education.
Lebanon: Civil Society Strengthening and Refugee Support (2015–2020)
Provided emergency aid and health support to Syrian refugees and host communities. Capacity-building of local NGOs and delivery of workshops on resilience and inclusion.
Tanzania: Women's Empowerment Through Education (2013–2017)
Provided literacy, vocational training, and microcredit to women in Morogoro region, enhancing their independence and livelihood options.
Pakistan: Disaster Response (2005–2007)
Response to the 2005 earthquake with health outreach, trauma recovery and school reconstruction.
Haiti: Earthquake Relief (2010)
Delivered emergency relief following the 2010 earthquake, including shelter, food and healthcare support.
Libya: Conflict Aid (2011–2012)
Delivered humanitarian aid to displaced populations during the conflict.