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International adoptions
Various media report on international adoptions by Terre des Hommes. The mediation of international adoptions led to a split in
7. April 2026
terre des hommes schweiz supports young people in Africa, Latin America and Switzerland. We are committed to social cohesion, global justice, climate justice and a decent life. We promote the rights of young people and create prospects. In this way, we contribute to a fairer future for all.
Moving together
terre des hommes schweiz has been committed to helping young people for over 60 years. In our project countries, we bring about sustainable change by working closely with experienced local partner organizations, taking into account the needs of young people and actively involving them in the design of the projects. This approach enables us to make an important contribution to effective development cooperation.
In Switzerland we support
terre des hommes schweiz young people to recognize their options for action and to take a stand against discrimination. They are empowered to actively shape their future .
In Africa and Latin America, terre des hommes schweiz creates prospects for young people in difficult circumstances. Our focus is on human rights approaches and strengthening local civil society.
terre des hommes schweiz relies on tried-and-tested participatory and solution-oriented methods. By specifically promoting the strengths of young people, we create sustainable change. Get to know our methods.
Trust through tested standards – our certificates and memberships underline our responsible actions.
With a sponsorship, you support an issue that is close to your heart. A sponsorship has a lasting effect and enables us to continuously support our projects.
In Mozambique and Brazil, young people are tackling climate change with knowledge and energy. With your support, they receive training, start-up assistance and sustainable prospects – for secure harvests, stable incomes and a sustainable future for all.
In our globalized world, poverty and violence in the Global South are closely linked to economic and political decisions in the Global North. terre des hommes schweiz takes responsibility and campaigns for human rights, a strong civil society and the protection of a healthy environment. We use campaigns to mobilize for social justice and bring important issues to the attention of the public. Find out more about our commitment.
“As an ambassador for terre des hommes schweiz, supporting young people who want to improve their lives through their own efforts is close to my heart.”
Tanja Grandits
Top chef
Restaurant Stucki
Ambassador
Cilgia Gremper
CEO, Gremper AG, Pratteln
Corporate partnership since 2017
“With my sponsorship, I want to give young people a better future and actively bring about positive change for future generations.”
Dr. Kurt Ballmer-Hofer
Sponsor youth projects since 1987, Basel
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