How we work
Founded in 1962, Welthungerhilfe (WHH) has over 60 years of experience in rapid emergency relief and rehabilitation and in long-term development cooperation projects with national and international partner organizations.
We champion food and nutrition security for all, at all times, with a multi-sectoral approach:
- Food Systems, nutrition and agriculture
- Water, sanitation & hygiene
- Economic development
- Education & training
- Political change
- Climate resilience
- Humanitarian assistance
Our programs focus on anticipatory humanitarian action, food systems transformation, multisectoral nutrition, WASH systems strengthening, economic and skills development and climate resilience.
Welthungerhilfe worldwide
As part of an active civil society, we advocate for the political change needed to achieve zero hunger. We address inequalities and foster sustainable development. We put a special focus on gender equality by mainstreaming and institutionalizing gender-responsive action as a minimum standard in all our programs, with a long-term vision towards full gender equality.
We are:
- Locally led and globally connected
More than 90% of our colleagues are local. We partner with and strengthen local communities, governments, companies and organizations. - about people
We listen to and learn from all stakeholders when jointly designing sustainable solutions. We build strong partnerships. - an impact-oriented learning organization
We monitor and evaluate our performance and outcomes in all programs. We evaluate, learn from, and improve our impact at individual and system level. We scale high-impact flagship approaches. We make data-driven decisions at all program stages and organizational levels. - and we think outside the box and strive for excellence
We courageously pursue promising technologies and accelerate innovations. We leverage national and international know-how to develop bold and efficient solutions. We achieve a large-scale impact by scaling up proven sustainable models. Our work is about systemic change and sustainability.
Our Strategy 2025-2030
An ever-changing world needs innovation and adaptability; and now more than ever before. The shifting global landscape, characterized by emerging and persistent crises, is the impetus for us to reassess our global strategy and role as Welthungerhilfe (WHH).
