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Diakonisches Werk Hannover gGmbH
Hannover, DEImpact-drivenNon-Profit EnterpriseSocial ServicesSocial Impact
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Employees51 - 100
About Diakonisches Werk Hannover gGmbH
Diakonisches Werk Hannover gGmbH is a Christian welfare organization dedicated to supporting individuals facing challenging life circumstances in Hannover. With approximately 1,200 employees across the gGmbH and its subsidiaries, the organization promotes active participation in social life. It provides direct aid for homelessness, poverty, and mental health crises, coordinates meal distributions, and runs projects addressing loneliness. Its work aims to empower those seeking help and develop suitable solutions to alleviate poverty and promote health and well-being.
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Sustainability Goals
No Poverty
Providing direct aid to individuals facing poverty
Diakonisches Werk Hannover delivers comprehensive homelessness aid and supports people in personal emergencies to alleviate immediate financial and social hardship.
Ensuring food security for vulnerable communities
The organization coordinates the Ecumenical Meal Distribution, providing essential food resources to individuals affected by poverty and homelessness in Hannover.
Good Health & Well-Being
Offering urgent mental health and crisis support
In collaboration with Caritas, the organization manages the Psychosocial Psychiatric Crisis Service (PPKD) to provide urgent assistance for mental health issues.
Combating social isolation and promoting youth well-being
Through projects like MOTOR, Diakonisches Werk Hannover actively addresses loneliness among young people, fostering social engagement and improved mental well-being.
Reduced Inequalities
Supporting marginalized groups to reduce social disparities
The organization focuses on individuals facing homelessness, poverty, and mental health challenges, providing crucial support to reduce social inequalities within the community.
Ensuring access to essential services for vulnerable populations
By offering direct aid, crisis intervention, and community support, the organization ensures that vulnerable residents in Hannover receive necessary assistance and opportunities.
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FAQs
Q1What is the core mission of Diakonisches Werk Hannover?
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Diakonisches Werk Hannover gGmbH is a Christian welfare organization dedicated to supporting individuals facing challenging life circumstances in Hannover. Its core mission involves providing direct assistance, fostering social engagement, and building community support to enable active participation in society.
Q2What specific aid services and projects does the organization offer?
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The organization offers diverse services, including the Psychosocial Psychiatric Crisis Service (PPKD) in cooperation with Caritas, the Ecumenical Meal Distribution for individuals experiencing poverty and homelessness, and the MOTOR project addressing loneliness among young people. It also provides comprehensive homelessness aid and support for various personal emergencies.
Q3What societal impact does Diakonisches Werk Hannover have and which SDGs are addressed?
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The organization has a high societal impact by advocating for the vulnerable in society and strengthening their participation. It primarily addresses SDG 1 (No Poverty) and SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), and secondarily SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities).
Q4How many employees work at Diakonisches Werk Hannover and its subsidiaries?
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Diakonisches Werk Hannover gGmbH and its subsidiaries collectively employ approximately 1,200 staff members. These individuals are dedicated to strengthening those seeking help and developing suitable support services locally.
Q5How can interested individuals get involved with or support Diakonisches Werk Hannover's work?
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Engaged individuals can support the organization through various donation methods, including monetary gifts, clothing and material donations, and testamentary bequests. Volunteers are also warmly invited to participate in projects such as the #Obdachtober campaign.
Q6Where does Diakonisches Werk Hannover primarily operate?
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Diakonisches Werk Hannover gGmbH primarily focuses its activities and aid services on the Hannover region. From there, its various social services and projects are coordinated and implemented.
