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Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung
Hannover, DEImpact-drivenFoundationHuman RightsDevelopment Cooperation
Impact3Sustainability Goals
LocationHannover
About us
Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung (DSW) is an internationally active development organization dedicated to fostering the potential of the largest youth generation, realizing human rights, and contributing to sustainable population development. DSW primarily supports young people in East Africa by providing sexual education, access to contraception, and opportunities for education, enabling them to lead self-determined lives. The organization also advocates in Germany and the EU for sexual and reproductive health and global health. Its headquarters are in Hannover, with additional offices in Berlin, Brussels, and project offices in Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
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Sustainability Goals
Good Health & Well-Being
Access to Sexual Health for Young People
Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung provides comprehensive sexual education and access to contraception for young people in East Africa, strengthening their reproductive health.
Gender Equality
Promoting Equality and Self-Determination
The organization advocates for gender equality, combats gender-based violence, female genital mutilation, and early marriage, thereby strengthening the rights of girls and women.
Quality Education
Education Opportunities for a Self-Determined Future
Through comprehensive sexual education and other educational offerings, Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung enables young people to unleash their potential and lead self-determined lives.
FAQs
Q1What is the core mission of Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung?
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Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung (DSW) is dedicated to fostering the potential of the largest youth generation, realizing human rights, and contributing to sustainable population development. It primarily supports young people in East Africa by providing sexual education, access to contraception, and opportunities for education, enabling them to lead self-determined lives.
Q2Where does Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung operate offices?
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The organization has its headquarters in Hannover and maintains offices in Berlin and Brussels. Additionally, it operates project offices in Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda to work directly with local communities on the ground.
Q3Which Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung primarily address?
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Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung primarily focuses on SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being). Its work is also highly relevant to SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 4 (Quality Education).
Q4Where can interested individuals find career opportunities at Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung?
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Interested job seekers can view current job listings and career opportunities on the organization's official website at https://www.dsw.org/jobs.
Q5What is the legal form of Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung?
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Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung is legally structured as a "Stiftung" (foundation) and operates as an internationally active non-governmental organization (NGO).
