Terre des hommes Foundation
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International NGO
Company Type
Children and Family affairs
Industry
51-200
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https://www.terredeshommes.org/
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Terre des hommes Foundation is an independent, neutral, and impartial Swiss organization founded in 1960, dedicated to bringing about significant and lasting change in the lives of children and young people, especially those most at risk
Tdh ensures their well-being and the effective implementation of their rights as defined in the Convention on the Child's Rights and other human rights instruments
To make a difference, Tdh focuses our efforts on maternal and child health, children and young people in migration situations, and access to justice
Tdh promotes the active participation of children and young people to empower them
We advocate for their rights and support them in expressing their needs and interests
Tdh works in fragile contexts and conflict zones, as well as in more stable environments. Tdh is present in Kenya since 2011
Currently Tdh is providing protection and health/nutrition services for children and families affected by migration, drought and poverty in Korogocho informal settlement in Nairobi, in Garissa County, in Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps, Kalobeyei settlement and host communities In Garissa County, Tdh supports the Ministry of Health in to contribute to reduction in morbidity and mortality by early detection, referral and provision of appropriate treatment/management to severe malnourished children (6-59 months), pregnant and lactating women (PLW)
In addition, a WASH component will be integrated in the activities.
Tdh ensures their well-being and the effective implementation of their rights as defined in the Convention on the Child's Rights and other human rights instruments
To make a difference, Tdh focuses our efforts on maternal and child health, children and young people in migration situations, and access to justice
Tdh promotes the active participation of children and young people to empower them
We advocate for their rights and support them in expressing their needs and interests
Tdh works in fragile contexts and conflict zones, as well as in more stable environments. Tdh is present in Kenya since 2011
Currently Tdh is providing protection and health/nutrition services for children and families affected by migration, drought and poverty in Korogocho informal settlement in Nairobi, in Garissa County, in Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps, Kalobeyei settlement and host communities In Garissa County, Tdh supports the Ministry of Health in to contribute to reduction in morbidity and mortality by early detection, referral and provision of appropriate treatment/management to severe malnourished children (6-59 months), pregnant and lactating women (PLW)
In addition, a WASH component will be integrated in the activities.