ActionAid Switzerland for a fair and just world
All over the world, girls and women are fighting for the right to make their own decisions about their own lives.
We support them in overcoming violence, accessing education and becoming economically independent.
This gives them security and self-confidence, strengthening their families and entire communities.
Stories of change
Your support has been life-changing for them.
Abdia against FGM
She underwent FGM at only 6 years old.
Today, she saves the girls of her community.
Binta becomes a farmer
She used to struggle to feed her family.
Now she runs her own farm.Haseena defies her community
She freed herself from a planned forced marriage. Now she is a role model for other girls.
Everything you need to know
Who we are
We are an independent organisation present in 75 countries, we fight against social exclusion, violence against women and climate change. We have been present in Switzerland since 2013.
What we do
Violence against women, hunger and lack of education are not inevitable. They are the result of injustice. Together, we stand alongside the most vulnerable and marginalised communities to ensure they can live a full, dignified and just life.
How you can support
With your support, you enable people in the Global South to shape their own lives, free from oppression, exploitation and fear.
ActionAid Switzerland projects
Bangladesh
Play for Protection: Sport, Safety and a Future for Rohingya Youth.
The Gambia
Dalaba CRSA: Agroecology and Youth Inclusion.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Ensuring the right to education and protection.
Corporate, Foundations and Major Donors
Would you like to not only donate, but also get involved in projects?
Support from private philanthropy is essential to generate lasting and concrete change.
News from around the world
Interview with Riham Jafari – ActionAid Palestine
Stop FGM
International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation.
Stop FGM
No, I don’t
The emergency in Gaza continues
