Our name, " Terre des Hommes ," stands for "Earth of Humanity." Climate change, child labor, war, and displacement—we empower children and young people and protect them from violence and exploitation through our projects. We provide humanitarian aid and improve the living conditions of children worldwide. What is particularly important to us is that we work with partner organizations on the ground and, together with children, enforce their rights.

As a children's rights organization, we are independent of governments, businesses, religious communities, and political parties. We support 416 projects for children and young people in 47 countries. Terre des Hommes has around 1,500 members in Germany and numerous volunteers who are active in approximately 80 locations advocating for children's rights. Our international youth network has 6,000 young people working for children's rights.

Do you want to become part of our community? Find out more about our work and current activities & events.