Employer profile
Handicap International e.V.
Berlin, DEImpact-drivenAssociationDisaster ReliefSocial Impact
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Employees11 - 50
Founded1982
LocationBerlin
About us
Handicap International e.V. is an international aid organization dedicated to promoting the self-reliance and inclusion of people with disabilities worldwide. The organization provides humanitarian emergency aid in conflict regions such as Gaza, Ukraine, and Sudan, and is known for its rehabilitation work, particularly through the provision of prostheses. As a co-recipient of the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize, Handicap International e.V. is also actively involved in political campaigning against landmines and cluster bombs. It offers various ways to support its global projects.
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Sustainability Goals
Good Health & Well-Being
Direct Healthcare for People with Disabilities
The organization provides prostheses, enabling mobility for people with disabilities and thereby improving their physical health and quality of life.
Humanitarian Aid in Crisis Regions
Handicap International delivers humanitarian assistance in emergencies and crisis zones, ensuring medical care and well-being for affected individuals.
Reduced Inequalities
Fostering Inclusion and Self-Reliance
Handicap International advocates for the social integration and empowerment of people with disabilities, enabling their equal participation in society.
Removing Barriers through Awareness Campaigns
Through educational programs and exhibitions like "Barriere:Zonen", the organization promotes public awareness of the needs of people with disabilities.
Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
Campaign Against Landmines for Global Security
Handicap International e.V. is actively involved in the fight against landmines and advocates for upholding the international mine ban treaty through petitions.
Promoting Peace in Conflict Regions
The organization provides humanitarian aid in war and crisis zones, contributing to stabilization and the protection of civilian populations.
FAQs
Q1What is the core mission of Handicap International e.V.?
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Handicap International e.V. is committed worldwide to people with disabilities, promoting their self-reliance and inclusion. The organization provides emergency aid, supplies prostheses, and engages in political advocacy for the rights of people with disabilities, particularly in the fight against landmines.
Q2What award did Handicap International e.V. receive for its commitment?
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Handicap International e.V. was a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1997. This award recognized the organization's commitment to the fight against landmines and its advocacy for a global ban on these weapons.
Q3Where does Handicap International e.V. operate globally?
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The organization is active in numerous deployment countries worldwide, providing humanitarian emergency aid in regions such as Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Ukraine, and Sudan. Its German headquarters are located in Munich.
Q4Where can I find current job openings at Handicap International e.V.?
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Current job openings and information on career opportunities at Handicap International e.V. can be found directly on the organization's website at: https://www.handicap-international.de/de/stellenangebote/index.
Q5Which UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does Handicap International e.V. contribute to?
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Handicap International e.V. primarily contributes to SDG 3 "Good Health and Well-being". Secondarily, the organization supports Goals 10 "Reduced Inequalities" and 16 "Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions".
Q6How can one support the work of Handicap International e.V.?
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The organization offers various ways to provide support, including one-time donations, monthly contributions, legacy giving, and corporate partnerships. Transparency and the effective delivery of aid are prioritized.
