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The Karl Kübel Stiftung für Kind und Familie is a non-profit, operational foundation that has been committed to strengthening families and promoting children's and human rights since its founding in 1972. Based in Bensheim, Germany, the foundation works worldwide in seven partner countries and reaches over 350,000 people through around 80 projects[1].
The foundation aims to enable disadvantaged families worldwide to secure their existence and create a fair chance for education. It promotes a family-friendly climate and advocates for social justice. In Germany, the foundation operates two educational institutes and conducts projects for early childhood education[1].
The foundation aligns itself with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations (SDGs). It intensifies its commitment to children's and human rights, equitable educational opportunities, and income-generating measures. In Germany, the focus is on democracy education and strengthening the perspectives of children and young people[1]. Additionally, the foundation promotes social entrepreneurship through the FAIRWANDLER award, which supports innovative initiatives[3][4].
The Karl Kübel Stiftung offers a family-friendly work environment with flexible working hours and mobile work. It contributes to kindergarten costs and allows paid leave for the care of sick family members[1].