Employer profile
Freunde fürs Leben
Berlin, DEImpact-drivenAssociationHealthcareSocial Impact
Impact3Sustainability Goals
LocationBerlin
About us
Freunde fürs Leben is an organization dedicated to suicide prevention and education about depression. Its primary mission is to save lives by empowering individuals to recognize warning signs and foster open dialogue about mental health. The organization provides comprehensive information and support services, including hotlines and digital platforms like frnd.tv. It strives to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness and make psychological support visible and accessible, aiming to change the annual statistic of over 10,000 suicides in Germany. Freunde fürs Leben is a registered association (e.V.) based in Berlin.
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Sustainability Goals
Good Health & Well-Being
Strengthening Suicide Prevention and Mental Health
The organization educates about depression and suicide to save lives and promote mental well-being across society.
Ensuring Access to Psychological Support
Freunde fürs Leben makes psychological support services, such as helplines and therapy finders, visible and accessible for those in need.
Quality Education
Education on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
Freunde fürs Leben offers workshops, self-checks, and comprehensive information to increase knowledge about depression and warning signs.
Fostering Mental Health Literacy
The organization disseminates knowledge about mental illnesses and support options through various information channels like frnd.tv and podcasts.
Reduced Inequalities
Reducing Barriers to Psychological Support
Freunde fürs Leben combats stigma and makes psychological support visible, reducing access barriers and fostering inclusion.
Equitable Access to Mental Health Support
The organization promotes open dialogue and accessible information, ensuring all individuals, regardless of their social background, can find help.
FAQs
Q1What is Freunde fürs Leben committed to?
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Freunde fürs Leben is dedicated to suicide prevention and education about depression. The organization aims to help individuals recognize warning signs, interpret calls for help, and foster open dialogue about mental health to reduce the high number of suicides in Germany.
Q2Where is Freunde fürs Leben headquartered?
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Freunde fürs Leben is a registered association (e.V.) headquartered in Berlin, Germany. The organization focuses its mission within the German context.
Q3Where can I find open positions at Freunde fürs Leben?
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Interested individuals can find current job openings and information about career opportunities at Freunde fürs Leben directly on the organization's website at https://www.frnd.de/ueber-uns/jobs/.
Q4Which UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does Freunde fürs Leben contribute to?
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Freunde fürs Leben primarily contributes to SDG 3 "Good Health and Well-being". Secondarily, the organization supports SDG 4 "Quality Education" through awareness campaigns and SDG 10 "Reduced Inequalities" by destigmatizing mental illnesses.
Q5What support services does Freunde fürs Leben provide?
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The organization offers comprehensive resources under "Infos" and "Hilfe," including the "Telefenseelsorge" (0800 – 111 0 111) and the "Kinder- und Jugendtelefon" (116 111). Additionally, there's a "Hilfsangebote-Finder," therapy guides, and content on "frnd.tv" and podcasts.
Q6How can I support Freunde fürs Leben?
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The organization encourages public involvement through donations, by becoming a "friend/supporter," or by participating in events and actions. Personalities like Klaas Heufer-Umlauf and Clueso support the initiative as "Prominente Freunde fürs Leben."
