Soutien Belge Outre-Frontières

Soutien Belge Outre-Frontières (SBO) is a non-profit organization dedicated to sustainable development, focusing on the inclusion and integration of migrant and refugee communities in Belgium (Brussels), the MENA region, and the Global South. SBO assists vulnerable and displaced populations affected by conflicts or climate changes by providing immediate and long-term educational and humanitarian support to improve their quality of life and promote self-reliance. The organization is committed to serving the most vulnerable women, youth, and children with innovation and determination, aiming to build a more inclusive and equitable future for all. SBO advocates for their rights at local, national, European, and international levels through initiatives focused on children's education, women's empowerment, equal opportunities, human rights, and youth as agents of change. (sboverseas.org ) In the MENA region and the Global South, SBO engages with local communities to support educational and empowerment programs tailored to local needs. The organization offers informal education to children and youth, providing them with the tools to access the official school system and realize their full potential. For women, SBO provides empowerment programs, capacity-building, and psychological support, enabling them to build a future where they are active participants and creators. This includes leadership programs, entrepreneurship, socio-professional integration, and social inclusion initiatives. (sboverseas.org ) SBO operates both in Belgium, where its headquarters are located, and in the MENA region and the Global South. In Belgium, the organization runs the SB Espoir project, a weekend integration program for unaccompanied minors living in asylum centers. In Lebanon, SBO has established three schools in Shatila, Arsal, and Saida, providing education to refugee children. The organization has also expanded its programs to offer vocational courses to adults and empowerment courses to combat the increasingly prevalent practice of child marriage. (sboverseas.org ) SBO's mission is to provide education, empowerment, and emergency aid to vulnerable refugee families in Belgium, Lebanon, Turkey, and Syria. The organization promotes social skills, supports women, and engages in peacebuilding efforts. SBO is committed to serving the most vulnerable women, youth, and children with innovation and determination, aiming to build a more inclusive and equitable future for all. (sboverseas.org ) SBO's headquarters are located at Rue de Progrès 231, 1030 Schaerbeek, Brussels, Belgium. In Lebanon, the organization operates from KasKas street – Ard Jaloul – Alrabeaa project – Building #6 – 1st floor, Beirut. For inquiries, SBO can be contacted via email at [email protected] or by phone at +32 2 377 8908 in Belgium and +961 (76) 856708 in Lebanon. (sboverseas.org )