Humanitarian Aid

How do we help?

Humanitarian aid is designed to help people in dire need as a result of natural disasters, epidemics or conflict.

Where do we help? Main humanitarian aid destinations

Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Somalia - these are some of the focal points where the Federal Foreign Office funds humanitarian emergency and disaster aid. Medical supplies, food security and provision of drinking water are on top of the agenda. moreWhere do we help?

Humanitarian aid in the United Nations system

Natural disasters and armed conflicts have led to a constant increase in recent years in the number of people worldwide who are dependent on humanitarian aid. moreHumanitarian aid in the United Nations system

Tips for aid agencies

Information is available here on our funding guidelines as well as the sorts of project which are eligible... moreTips for aid agencies

Disaster reduction

The Federal Foreign Office supports early-warning systems and training to avoid damage in case of natural... moreDisaster reduction

Humanitarian mine and ordnance clearance

Detecting and removing landmines is not only expensive and time-consuming, but also leads to many social... moreHumanitarian mine and ordnance clearance