Localization is More Than a Buzzword: It’s a Shift in Power
Helvetas is committed to providing fair opportunities worldwide – through access to clean water, education and raising citizens' voices.
Million people were supported in 2025
Project countries in Africa, Asia, South America and Eastern Europe
Projects implemented in 2025
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This is what we achieved in 2025 thanks to your support.
22,007
people have acquired green skills through training for jobs in the renewable energy and circular economy sectors.
58,079
people — mostly young people — began vocational training with Helvetas in 2025.
713,791
people have been traveling shorter distances to get to the market, school, or health center thanks to new bridges and roads.
183,527
people increased their incomes in 2025 with the help of Helvetas.
290,224
people in emergency situations gained access to water in 2025 with the support of Helvetas.
933,179
people worked with Helvetas’ to protect their livelihoods against the long-term effects of climate change.
95,927
smallholder farmers have adapted their farming practices to the effects of climate change, thanks to Helvetas' support, and have been able to measurably increase their yield per hectare of land.
995,784
people turned to Helvetas in 2025 to learn about their rights as migrants and the potential dangers they might face.
344,842
people who worked with Helvetas reported greater social cohesion in 2025.
800,349
people gained new access to safe drinking water that is within a 15-minute walk, thanks to Helvetas' support in 2025.
How we alleviate poverty and advance human rights
About us
Helvetas is an independent Swiss development organization that is building capacity in Africa, Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe. We bring about real change in the lives of almost five million disadvantaged people every year. We implement development projects in the areas of water, food and climate, education, jobs and private sector development, governance, gender and social equity. Helvetas also provides emergency response after disasters. In Switzerland we promote solidarity in spirit and in action and take part in the ongoing developmental policy dialogue.
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