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

375,000 children displaced and three dead in flood-hit India

– More than 800,000 people, including 375,000 children, have been displaced by worsening floods in Bihar, India after heavy monsoon rains submerged160,000 homes. Three children from one family, aged four, six and nine, were found dead after local people dug out their bodies from the debris. ⟶

Our new annual report is here!

– Last year, we implemented projects in 39 countries, making a positive and lasting impact on children's lives. What we achieved and how we dealt with the challenge of Covid-19 can be found in the new annual report. ⟶

Cryptocurrency donations set to fund innovation hub in Rwanda to aid children

– Thousands of children in Rwanda will soon receive help from Save the Children but from an unusual source – cryptocurrency. ⟶

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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

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Projects

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Child-friendly activities in Switzerland

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

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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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