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Humanitarian Assistance

Worldwide increasing numbers of people are reliant on humanitarian aid. How Germany helps and responds to new challenges.

Oft fließt weniger Geld in die Regionen, die nicht im Fokus stehen.
Humanitarian aid
Crises that go unnoticed
In all regions of the world there are conflicts that attract virtually no public attention. This can have devastating consequences.
Kartoffelernte in Indien
Innovations for smallholder farmers
Green innovation centres are intended above all to strengthen smallholder agriculture in 16 partner countries in Africa and Asia.
Wasserentnahme in Äthiopien WASH network
“Human right to clean drinking water”
Johannes Rück from the German WASH network talks about the role played by international civil society in supplying water and sanitation.

Quick facts

274 million people throughout the world are dependent on humanitarian aid.
89,3 million people are fleeing throughout the world.
3,2 billion euros were provided by Germany in 2022 for humanitarian aid, making the country the second largest bilateral donor.
3,2 billion euros have been scheduled in the 2023 federal German budget for humanitarian aid and crisis prevention.
507 million US dollars were made available by Germany to the UNHCR in 2022, making the country the third largest donor following the USA and the EU
Deutschlands Außenministerin Baerbock bei einem Besuch in Niger Protecting refugees Many different forms of assistance for refugees
Durch den Klimawandel nehmen humanitäre Krisen weltweit zu. Containing humanitarian crises worldwide
Der Ukraine-Krieg verschärft die Hungerkrise in Afrika.
Showing solidarity worldwide
1.6 billion people and 94 countries are affected by the Ukraine war. What Germany is doing to help.
Schon 2015 halfen Wasser-Experten des THW nach dem Erdbeben in Nepal. UN Water Conference
Water supply following natural disasters
When Germany’s Federal Agency for Technical Relief goes into action following natural disasters, supplying water often plays an important role.
Inbegriff von Menschlichkeit
“Epitome of humanity”
Humanitarian assistance supports people in acute need. We present an overview of Germany’s commitment and its central principles.
Helferinnen und Helfer sind weltweit im Einsatz “Volunteering keeps me down to earth”
Näherin in Afghanistan Against hunger and oppression
Hochwasser in Dhaka: Neue Warnsysteme sollen Bangladesch helfen.
Early warning systems save lives
Storms often become disasters when people are not warned in time. These projects aim to prevent that.
Digitalisierung hilft Farmern.
Forward-looking projects and emergency aid
In Germany, countless NGOs are committed to fighting hunger in the world. Here you can get to know three of the most important ones.
Heidi Anguria bei der Arbeit in Süd-Sudan.
“We can make a difference”
Paediatric nurse Heidi Anguria has been working for Médecins Sans Frontières all over the world for 30 years
Helfer des Technischen Hilfswerks sind im Libanon im Einsatz. THW comes to Lebanon’s aid
Fiona Bay arbeitet im Jemen für Ärzte ohne Grenzen Providing help in acute emergencies
Aktion Deutschland Hilft koordiniert Katastrophenhilfe
Joining forces for better support
Responding to disasters with a great variety of aid from a united body: How Aktion Deutschland Hilft co-ordinates missions in crisis situations.
Aktion Deutschland hilft: Engagement für Frauen in Not.
Protecting and enabling women
Women in particular are severely affected by conflicts and natural disasters, yet they are the key to development. Three examples of aid from Germany.
Deutschland leistet weltweit humanitäre Hilfe
Forward-looking, anticipatory help
Worldwide increasing numbers of people are reliant on humanitarian aid. How Germany helps and responds to new challenges.
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Humanitäre Hilfe: Sauberes Wasser für obdachlos gewordene Menschen in Haiti.
Fundamental principles of humanitarian aid
What is humanitarian aid? How does the Federal Foreign Office provide assistance? On which principles is German aid based?
Derzeit gibt es über 70 Millionen Flüchtlinge
Challenges for humanitarian aid
Bärbel Kofler, Federal Government Commissioner for Human Rights Policy and Humanitarian Aid, believes humanitarian aid faces massive challenges globally.
Zyklon Idai verwüstete Dörfer in Mosambik
“Act quickly and effectively”
Leo Frey talks about the mission in Mozambique following Cyclone Idai. He knows which aid is the most important, and why a new disaster is on its way.
Tatsachen über Deutschland
Facts about Germany
In an up-to-date, trustworthy and concise format, this handbook includes facts, figures and illustrations, to give readers a detailed introduction and insights into all aspects of life in modern Germany.
Facts about Germany
Deutschland leistet weltweit humanitäre Hilfe
#Quickfacts: Humanitarian Assistance
Worldwide increasing numbers of people are reliant on humanitarian aid.
Mit einer Vielzahl von Projekten trägt Deutschland zur Stabilisierung und humanitären Grundversorgung in Krisenregionen bei.
A networked approach to crisis resolution
Germany contributes to stabilisation and the provision of basic humanitarian services in crisis regions with numerous projects.
Zivilbevölkerung schützen: UN-Mission im Südsudan (UNMISS)
On the move solving conflicts
They are mediators, election observers or construction workers: how civilian professionals contribute to the success of peace missions.
Humanitäre Hilfe
Lest we forget
Why wars and crises are often so quickly forgotten – and what aid organisations can do to prevent it
Humanitäre Hilfe im Jordanien: Schule im Flüchtlingslager Zaatari in Jordanien.
Help for Jordan and Yemen
How Germany supports the two countries that have suffered gravely under war and crises.
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Sarah Friedes Entwurf für ein modulares Krankenhaus in Homs.
Fast assembly for rapid assistance
Young architect Sarah Friede has designed a modular hospital. Her concept could revolutionize humanitarian aid.
“Cultural differences move into the background”
They are always ready for their next assignment: Daniela Fetzer and her rescue dog Onja look for survivors after earthquakes and other disasters.
“My work is defined by international conflicts”
As head of Malteser International’s Emergency Team, Oliver Hochedez constantly travels to the world’s trouble spots.
“Making the most of the situation”
Jacqueline Dürre flies to Iraq every two months. She helps people in crisis situations for Care, the international relief agency.
“There’s always a risk”
Marcia Hamzat has a dangerous job: she clears unexploded ordnance and sometimes helps fields blossom again.
“People’s happiness makes all the effort worthwhile”
Felix Neuhaus was personally affected by the earthquake in Nepal. Nevertheless, the AWO International staff member immediately launched an emergency relief campaign.