Humanitarian Assistance
How the German Foreign Office together with its partners contributes to Germany’s humanitarian aid effort.
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.
Forward-looking, anticipatory help
Worldwide increasing numbers of people are reliant on humanitarian aid. How Germany helps and responds to new challenges.
Fundamental principles of humanitarian aid
What is humanitarian aid? How does the Federal Foreign Office provide assistance? On which principles is German aid based?
Challenges for humanitarian aid
Bärbel Kofler, Federal Government Commissioner for Human Rights Policy and Humanitarian Aid, believes humanitarian aid faces massive challenges globally.
Africa
“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.
Germany and the World
Here are the most important links surrounding Germany’s involvement around the globe in the 21st century.
#Quickfacts: Humanitarian Assistance
Worldwide increasing numbers of people are reliant on humanitarian aid.
A networked approach to crisis resolution
Germany contributes to stabilisation and the provision of basic humanitarian services in crisis regions with numerous projects.
On the move solving conflicts
They are mediators, election observers or construction workers: how civilian professionals contribute to the success of peace missions.
Quick facts
132
million people
throughout the world are dependent on humanitarian aid.
70
million people
are fleeing throughout the world.
1.52
billion euros
were provided by Germany in 2018 for humanitarian aid, making the country the second largest bilateral donor.
2.3
billion euros
have been scheduled in the 2019 federal German budget for humanitarian aid and crisis prevention.
391
million US dollars
were made available by Germany to the UNHCR in 2018, making the country the third largest donor following the USA and the EU
Lest we forget
Why wars and crises are often so quickly forgotten – and what aid organisations can do to prevent it
Help for Jordan and Yemen
How Germany supports the two countries that have suffered gravely under war and crises.
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Germany’s humanitarian assistance in Syria
Germany is one of the leading donor states in providing assistance for people in the conflict zones in Syria. A report on the daily reality of the humanitarian aid workers.
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.