Stiftung Nord-Süd-Brücken
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About Stiftung Nord-Süd-Brücken
editStiftung Nord-Süd-Brücken, founded in 1994 on the initiative of the development policy round table, is committed to creating a fairer world by combating the causes of poverty, injustice, exploitation, and unequal opportunities. As a non-profit organization, the foundation promotes projects of East German associations, including Berlin, in the areas of development policy education and domestic work as well as poverty alleviation and human rights work in the Global South.
Key Products and Services
editThe foundation offers a variety of funding programs that focus on supporting projects that promote social justice and sustainable development. These include funding programs for development policy education, poverty alleviation, and human rights projects. Special attention is given to supporting projects carried out by young people as part of the "Youth for Development Cooperation" program. This initiative enables young people from Brandenburg to actively participate in development projects in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, thus gaining intercultural experiences.
Mission and Values
editThe main mission of Stiftung Nord-Süd-Brücken is to contribute to the creation of a fairer world through targeted promotion and support of projects. The foundation places great importance on solidarity, dialogue, and the promotion of openness to the world. It strives to improve the living conditions of people in the Global South while raising awareness of global interconnections in Germany.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editThe foundation is actively engaged in the 2030 Agenda and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It supports projects that address issues of climate protection, education, gender equality, and poverty alleviation. By promoting projects that deal with the impacts of colonialism and racism, the foundation contributes to the creation of an inclusive and sustainable future.
Cooperations and Partnerships
editThe foundation works closely with various partners, including civil society organizations, governmental institutions, and international donors. These cooperations enable the foundation to maximize its impact and support a wide range of projects. The foundation is committed to promoting exchange between project partners in the Global South and Germany to strengthen mutual learning and understanding.
Commitment and Transparency
editStiftung Nord-Süd-Brücken places great importance on transparency and accountability. It regularly publishes annual reports and financial data to openly communicate its activities and successes. In addition, the foundation offers internships that provide young people with the opportunity to gain insights into development policy work and actively contribute to the implementation of the foundation's goals.
With its comprehensive commitment to social justice and sustainable development, Stiftung Nord-Süd-Brücken is an important actor in the development policy landscape of Germany.
Sources:
edit- https://nord-sued-bruecken.de/
- https://nord-sued-bruecken.de/foerderung/foerderprogramme/jugend-fuer-entwicklungszusammenarbeit.html
- https://nord-sued-bruecken.de/foerderung/foerderprogramme/in-sdg/antrag-sdg.html
- https://nord-sued-bruecken.de/kontaktinfo/
- https://nord-sued-bruecken.de/foerderung/foerderprogramme/inland-biko/gefoerderte-projekte-biko.html