German World Hunger Aid (Welthungerhilfe)
Welthungerhilfe was founded in 1962 as the national committee of the Freedom from Hunger Campaign set up by the United Nations’ Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO). Today, it is one of Germany’s biggest Non-Governmental relief organisations. Non-profit-making, non-denominational and politically independent, the organisation is run by a presidency of honorary members, a professionel board of directors, under the patronage of the President of the Federal Republic of Germany. Its work is funded by private donations and public grants.
Our vision is that all the people of this world should lead an independent life in dignity and justice – free from hunger and poverty.
Welthungerhilfe works worldwide for human rights, sustainable development, a guaranteed food supply and conservation of the environment. We regard our work as successful if people improve their quality of life to such an extent that they can enjoy a secure livelihood without outside aid. As citizens of a wealthy country, we bear a responsibility for ensuring that we do not merely pay lip service to the idea of solidarity with the poorest members of the human race. For this reason, together with partners from the world of politics, media and schools, we campaign for fairer cooperation with countries in the developing world. We use the funds entrusted to us sparingly and effectively. The work of our staff is characterised by commitment, experience and competence.
We give help from one source by providing rapid humanitarian aid in acute crisis regions. Where hunger and poverty are chronic problems, we cooperate closely with local partners on long-term projects. As part of this process, we provide support for the landless, for small-scale farmers, for women, children and young people, for people that need start-up aid in order to live their lives in justice and dignity. We have received the “seal of approval” from Germany’s Central Institute for Social Issues (DZI) for the cost-effective and transparent way we use our funds. Levels of control such as internal auditing, evaluation or periodic project reports ensure that funds are used correctly.
Contact:
German World Hunger Aid
Deutsche Welthungerhilfe e.V.
Friedrich-Ebert-Straße 1
53173 Bonn, Germany
phone + 49 228 2288-0
fax + 49 228 2288-333
Person to contact: Angela Tamke
angela.tamke@welthungerhilfe.de
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