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Taghyeer Organization/ We Love Reading Program is an innovative model that provides a practical, cost efficient, sustainable, grassroots approach empowering communities from low and mid income communities around the world to create changemakers through reading. WLR supports the activism of local volunteers to increase reading levels among children 2-10 by focusing on the readaloud experience to instill the love of reading for pleasure among children to become lifelong learners. We aim to create system change. We create changemakers by recruiting and training adults and youth from local communities to provide read-aloud sessions for local children in safe, public spaces. Each year, WLR volunteers read to tens of thousands of children in public parks, community centers, mosques and other faith-based settings, nurseries, refugee camps, and other locales. We serve diverse populations and communities irrespective of gender, religion, social status, disability, literacy level, educational experience, etc. The training is either implemented in face-to-face settings or via our online platform to allow reaching wider audience of people wanting to volunteer and become reading ambassadors.
Hanseatic Help e.V. has been an active non profit organisation for the past six years. Our main field of work centres around both the collection of clothing, hygiene products, tents and sleeping bags as well as the subsequent distribution of these products to over 200 NGOs in Hamburg (e.g. Hamburger Tafel, GoBanyo, Bergedorfer Engel). Through our daily work we have been able to support over 100.000 people in Hamburg, ranging from homeless men and women, to the elderly, refugees and also families and single parents with low incomes. Besides the distribution of essential goods, we also offer reintegration programmes into the job market to people who have been long-term unemployed, people suffering from mental illnesses, people with migration backgrounds who are looking for work experience within the field of logistics, but also take part in the federal voluntary service programme (Bundesfreiwilligendienst). On top of this, we welcome between 150 to 200 volunteers regularly who support us with our daily logistic tasks, our social media content, fundraising but also the organisation of cultural events such as concerts. Hanseatic Help thus functions as a meeting point for a diverse, multicultural group of people. We welcome everyone with open arms, regardless of their cultural, ethnic or religious background, socio-economic status, gender, age or sexual orientation. Our organisation has grown substantially over the past years and we are continuously looking for funding to keep our organisation running. For this reason, we would be grateful if you would consider our organisation for your MILES charity program. If you have any questions regarding our work, please do not hesitate to contact us via email or phone. We look forward to hearing back from you and thank you very much in advance for your time and consideration.
Vision of the International Development Organization (IDO): Our vision at the International Development Organization (IDO) is to create a world where every individual has access to opportunities and resources necessary for sustainable development. We envision a future where poverty, inequality, and injustice are eradicated, and all communities thrive in harmony with their environment. We aim to be a catalyst for positive change, working hand in hand with local communities, governments, and partners worldwide to build a more equitable and prosperous world. Mission of the International Development Organization (IDO): The mission of the International Development Organization (IDO) is to promote inclusive and sustainable development, empower marginalized communities, and foster transformative change. We strive to achieve our mission through the following key strategies: Empowerment and Capacity Building: We believe in the power of knowledge and skills. We work to enhance the capacities of individuals and communities by providing access to quality education, vocational training, and entrepreneurship programs. By empowering individuals to realize their potential, we enable them to overcome barriers and create sustainable livelihoods. Sustainable Development: We are committed to promoting environmentally friendly practices and sustainable development approaches. We work closely with communities to identify and implement solutions that address their unique needs while preserving natural resources and mitigating the effects of climate change. Advocacy and Policy Influence: We actively engage in advocacy and policy dialogue at local, national, and international levels. By raising awareness about pressing social issues and advocating for evidence-based policies, we strive to shape a more inclusive and equitable development agenda. Partnership and Collaboration: We recognize that sustainable development requires collective action. We foster partnerships with governments, civil society organizations, academic institutions, and the private sector to leverage resources, share knowledge, and collaborate on innovative solutions. Together, we can achieve greater impact and drive positive change. Monitoring and Evaluation: We are committed to transparency, accountability, and learning. We continuously monitor and evaluate our programs and projects to ensure their effectiveness and relevance. By learning from our experiences, we adapt and improve our approaches, maximizing the impact of our interventions. Through our unwavering commitment to our vision and mission, the International Development Organization (IDO) strives to contribute to a world where poverty is eradicated, human rights are respected, and sustainable development is a reality for all.
Encourage, advise, promote. The Amadeu Antonio Stiftung (Amadeu Antonio Foundation) has been working for equality and democracy for 25 years. Against racism, anti-Semitism and other forms of discrimination and violence. For a world without Nazis and right-wing extremists of all kinds. What does that mean in concrete terms? We provide quick and unbureaucratic financial support to those affected by anti-Semitic, racist and right-wing violence - for example with the Cura victims' fund or the SHEROES Fund. We support projects throughout Germany that promote a democratic civil society. Especially in rural areas. We research and monitor right-wing extremism, anti-Semitism and racism. This expertise is incorporated into studies, brochures and concrete demands. We ensure that these issues remain in the public eye: through press work, social media or articles on Belltower News, the journalistic platform of the Amadeu Antonio Foundation. But also through concrete educational work and (further) training for multipliers. Through its operational activities, the Foundation often carries out pioneering work and puts issues on the agenda on a permanent basis.
Rise Against Hunger is an ever-growing global movement with the goal of ending world hunger and poverty by empowering communities and responding quickly to emergencies.
Women without Borders' (WwB) mission is to grow women's social capital to address some of the most urgent issues of our times, in particular Domestic Violence and Preventing Violent Extremism. We commit and apply ourselves to: Working from the bottom up and empowering the female leaders of tomorrow at the individual, community, and global levels Supporting and inspiring women in the process of moving from victimhood towards agency Advocating for a future without fear, suppression, and violence against women Introducing and normalising the idea of women as the first line of defence against extremism in their homes and communities Bringing the voices of impactful local leaders to the attention of the world
The organisation reflects its members' shared concern for the future of humanity and the planet. The association sees its task as acting as an independent, global catalyst for change. The objectives of the Association are therefore: to identify the key issues that are critical to the future of humanity; to evaluate alternative scenarios for the future and assess risks, choices and opportunities through integrated and forward-looking analyses; to develop and propose practical solutions to the identified challenges; to communicate new insights and knowledge from these analyses to decision-makers in the public and private sectors, as well as to the wider public; to stimulate public debate and effective action to improve the prospects for the future of humanity and the planet. The Association's activities are guided by the following three complementary principles: 1. the need to adopt a global, systems-oriented perspective in analysing the problems facing the modern world, recognising that the increasing interdependence of nations and the globalisation of previously local problems create challenges that are beyond the capacity of individual countries. 2. the need for a comprehensive, holistic approach in order to gain a deeper understanding of the complexity and interconnectedness of both current problems and practical solutions, in political, social, economic, technological, environmental, psychological and cultural terms, which the association refers to as the 'world problematique'. 3. the need to emphasise transdisciplinary and long-term perspectives, which are all too often neglected by governments and other decision-makers, and to focus on those decisions, strategies and measures that will determine the fate of present and future generations. The aim is to arouse public interest and provide responsible decision-makers with a solid basis for formulating and implementing future-oriented measures. The association does not pursue any commercial purposes and does not seek to make a profit.
Internews Ukraine (IUA) is one of the biggest agencies in Ukraine's non-governmental sector. Established in 1996, it has been working tirelessly to implement projects that strengthen the professional capacities of media organizations, increase media literacy, support social journalism, new media, and media rights. One of the key directions of the organization's work is in the sphere of communications, specifically implementation of informational campaigns on social issues, media production, PR and communications support, trainings and consulting. IUA's mission lies in strengthening European values in Ukraine through developing its media sector.
Der Verein bezweckt folgende Ziele: Forderung der Menschenrechte; Forderung der Freiheit im lran; Rettung von Folteropfern; Fluchtlingshilfe; Unterstutzung der Bemuhungen fur Demokratie und Gleichberechtigung zwischen Frauen und Mannern im Iran; Interkulturelle und zwischenmenschliche Verstandigung.
Mission Statement Inclusion Diversity is the key - Pfeffersport: an inclusive sports club Why are there sports activities in which wheelchair users are not allowed to participate? When will I, as a girl or a gay man, finally be allowed to play football with equal recognition? How often are athletes racially discriminated against? And is it okay that poor people cannot afford certain sports? As organisers of our pepper sports family, we have the vision to meet the different sport and exercise needs of our almost five thousand members. The theme of inclusion is like a bracket in this. Everyone is welcome here and everyone should be able to do sport. We experiment a lot with alternative sport and movement concepts, for example parkour, inclusive fencing or wheel soccer. We organise activities explicitly for girls and women, where no one has to be afraid of stupid comments or role models. In the meantime, some inclusive football teams are kicking and queer groups are finding their way to us. We simply have a bit of everything and are proud of it. For some years now, more and more people with disabilities have been coming to us and we offer many sports opportunities, especially for wheelchair users. In spring 2015, we also opened our sports facilities to people who have had to flee or have been displaced. And we have also created a flexible contribution scheme for people with limited financial means. For us, it doesn't matter whether you are old or young; that's what intergenerational groups like the inclusive dance theatre stand for. We also don't judge whether you believe in a god or in which god, because what we have in common is respectful and appreciative interaction. PARTICIPATION NOT EXCLUSION is our approach to social integration. For us, as an inclusive sports club, there is more than just ONE way. We want to try out many things and implement them together with you. In the children's and youth area, we try to open our sports groups to ALL - explicitly also for kids with disabilities. In these openly designed exercise programmes, heterogeneous groups are easy to realise. In terms of the sports club as a whole, homogeneous groups, such as girls' sports programmes or sports groups of the same age and interest, are also justified. Because overall, it makes the Pfeffersport family more colourful. For us, inclusion does not mean that everyone has to do sport with everyone else. For us, it is not about egalitarianism, but about choice. Our vision is a diverse club in which everyone can find themselves with their needs, regardless of social status or group membership. For us, inclusion is above all a question of attitude. Exclusion and discrimination are unacceptable to us. We find it `NORMAL` to respect each other. We may have different lifestyles, needs and abilities, but that is precisely where we draw our strength from. Our focus is not on maximum performance and standardised movements, but on having fun together and whoever wants to can also "let the devil hang out" sometimes. In implementing this vision, we are of course dependent on external conditions. In addition to an open attitude and a welcoming culture, this also includes accessibility in structures and inclusive practices. Qualified trainers, hall time and sports equipment are prerequisites for this work. Sports policy at the state and district level has provided some impetus in recent years. However, the support is far from sufficient. We are therefore involved in various bodies, such as the Disabled Sports Association Berlin and the District Sports Association, and in 2014 we founded a network for inclusion in recreational and mass sports together with other stakeholders in Berlin's sports landscape. Many committed people in sports clubs and institutions look to our association because they are interested in exchanging experiences and want to explore new paths together with us. We are convinced of the idea of inclusion and our commitment is often voluntary.
We are committed to a fair and sustainable future for all life on earth. To this end, we support philanthropists and social investors who want to make a lasting difference in protecting the planet for future generations.