Weltfriedensdienst

The Weltfriedensdienst (WFD) is a non-profit organization that has been active in crisis and conflict regions worldwide since 1959. Here is a comprehensive description of the organization and its mission:

The WFD is politically and confessionally independent and works to promote peace and human rights worldwide. The main mission of the WFD is to support brave people in their countries to advocate for peace and lead a self-determined life in dignity, free from poverty and violence[1][3].

The WFD focuses on several key areas:

• Environmental Peacebuilding: Here, access to vital resources is secured to reduce the risk of armed conflicts. This includes initiatives for the protection and sustainable use of water and agriculture[1].
• Peace and Water: The WFD works to prevent water-related conflicts and promote political stability as well as food security[1].
• Peace and Agriculture: Sustainable agriculture is promoted to ensure food security, economic stability, and peace[1].

The WFD is committed to a variety of sustainability goals:

• Conflict Resolution and Human Rights: The WFD strengthens initiatives and organizations to resolve conflicts non-violently and protect human rights[1][3].
• Resource Security: The focus is on the safe and sustainable use of resources to create the foundation for food security and economic stability[1].
• Civil Peace Service Projects: As one of the seven sending services in Germany, the WFD implements Civil Peace Service projects aimed at long-term peace work[1].

The WFD works closely with 39 partner organizations to pursue its goals worldwide. These partnerships enable support for brave people in various countries, such as Myanmar, Bolivia, or Guinea-Bissau, in their peace efforts[1][3].

The WFD places great importance on transparency and accountability. The annual report details the working methods, goals, and use of donations and funds to document the effectiveness and accountability of the work[1].

The Weltfriedensdienst is an important actor in the field of global peace work and sustainability, making a significant contribution to creating a more peaceful and just world through its comprehensive initiatives and partnerships.

• 1 - https://wfd.de/ueber-uns/organisation/wer-wir-sind/
• 2 - https://wfdeaf.org
• 3 - https://wfd.de
• 4 - https://www.catchments.ie/guide-water-framework-directive/
• 5 - https://www.devex.com/organizations/weltfriedensdienst-wfd-46116