We uncompromisingly and tirelessly support the most deprived children, in Switzerland and worldwide. Save the Children is locally anchored in 120 countries, which is why we can help immediately in disasters and crises.

News from Save the Children

Update | Save the Children in Ukraine, neighbouring countries and in Switzerland

– Every war is a war against children. In the following sections you will find a non-exhaustive and compact summary of Save the Children's activities in Ukraine, neighbouring countries and in Switzerland. ⟶

Race for Gift – charity run for children in need

– On Sunday, the 22nd of May 2022, it's time again: We run for children in need. For the seventh time, the Race for Gift charity run will take place in Geneva. Through your physical support, we want to enable children all over the world to learn. ⟶

Escalation in Ukraine: 7.5 million children at risk

– All the children in Ukraine – at least 7.5 million under 18-year-olds – are in grave danger of physical harm, severe emotional distress, and displacement, following an escalation in hostilities overnight, says Save the Children. ⟶

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Coronavirus

We were among the first international organizations to distribute life-saving protective material to health workers fighting the corona virus and helping children. Our teams all over the world are doing everything they can to help children and families affected by corona virus.

How and where we work

Be it in Switzerland or in the remotest regions of the world – where the most basic necessities are lacking, we work every day to help children and ensure that they survive, learn and are protected.

Our work for children is carried out in various areas and contexts. Whether it is short-term emergency aid after a disaster or long-term development cooperation, we have years of experience and know the special needs of children.

How we work

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Where we work

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Annual report

Find more information about our work in our annual report

Projects

Would you like detailed information about our work in Switzerland and worldwide? Click on the projects down below to learn more.

Child-friendly activities in Switzerland

Learn more about our offer for coaching and training on child-friendly activities. ⟶

Mali
Innovative Education project in Mali

Learn more about our education project for young children in rural Mali. ⟶

Our projects for children

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