1969
Paul Chaudet, president of the Swiss Confederation, founded our association
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education, health, and children’s right specialists at our head offices and in the field
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offices in Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Guatemala, and Chad
Who are we?
Enfants du Monde is a Swiss NGO based in Geneva. For over 50 years, we have been helping children receive a quality education and mothers access essential healthcare. We believe that for a country to develop, its inhabitants must be able to learn and be in good health. Our work is recognised by organisations such as the World Health Organisation and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation. We have been certified by the Swiss ZEWO quality label since 1971, guaranteeing transparency and reliability in the management of the donations we collect.
Laurent Pasche
Enabling children around the world to become active participants in their own lives and to build the future of their communities through education and health.
We are committed to a future where children have access to quality education and mothers receive the care they need. With a presence in Africa, Asia and Latin America, we work to bring about lasting improvements in education and health for the most vulnerable.
- Training: We train teachers, healthcare workers and local community representatives.
- Raising awareness: We carry out activities to promote children’s health and rights and raise awareness among families and communities about the importance of education.
- Mobilising: We involve local communities to strengthen their role in improving health and education.
Zangré Agathe élève de 12 ans à école de Sougoudougou, avec sa maîtresse.
For over 50 years, Enfants du Monde has been putting its expertise to work for the most vulnerable children and mothers.
Our added value is based on five pillars:
- Expertise: a highly qualified team in education, health promotion and project management, with solid field experience.
- Partnership: close collaboration with beneficiaries and local organisations, taking their needs into account to build appropriate solutions together.
- Sustainability: ongoing training for teachers, health professionals and authorities to bring about lasting change in educational and health practices and influence public policy.
- Culture: projects rooted in local languages, cultures and realities, encouraging ownership by local communities and leaders.
- Quality: rigorous and ethical management, combined with regular evaluations and transparent communication with our partners and donors.
Our Impact in 2024
- Over 700,000 students have been supported by our education programmes
- 2,200,000 women, babies and children have benefited from our health programmes
- Over 8,500 education staff have been trained in our teaching methods
- Over 4,300 health workers have been trained to provide better patient care
- 9 countries have been supported by our programmes
Governance and Statutes
Enfants du Monde is a Swiss non-profit organisation. The Committee, elected annually by the General Assembly, makes strategic decisions and oversees the NGO’s projects. Appointed by the Committee, the Secretary General manages day-to-day administration, coordinates activities and ensures the implementation of the Committee’s decisions, in close collaboration with local partners and in accordance with our statutes.
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Our Teams
Meet our team at our head offices in Geneva and at our offices in Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Guatemala and Chad.
Meet our Committee members and the volunteers who provide priceless support.
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Our Partners and Networks
We cooperate with local partners, governments, universities and international organisations in order to achieve long-lasting results.
We also rely on the crucial support of our financial partners.
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Our Goodwill Ambassadors
These kind-hearted public figures, artists and sportsmen and women volunteer to work with us and to promote our association’s projects.
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Working for Enfants du Monde
Do you wish to work to improve children’s education and health? Take a look at our employment offers and volunteering opportunities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the most frequently asked questions about our association.
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My Donation Can Make a Real Difference
For example:
With 70 francs,
I could provide bilingual school manuals in French and Mooré to 10 children in Burkina Faso—helping them thrive in school.
With 140 francs,
I could support 28 pregnant women and their partners in Bangladesh to attend maternal health education sessions and prepare for childbirth.
With 200 francs,
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I could fund bilingual training for 17 Guatemalan teachers to enhance lesson quality.
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