Frequently asked questions
... and answers!
Here you will find answers to many questions about Terre des hommes. However, if your question is not listed here or if you need further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Yes, there is a policy and a code of conduct that every Terre des hommes volunteer is bound to observe and follow here.
As a volunteer, you are there to support and strengthen lots of good causes. As a volunteer, you can firstly raise awareness in Swiss people, and collect funds to bring about lasting change to children around the world. You can inform the public about the projects Terre des hommes is running. Volunteers also provide significant visibility for Terre des hommes’ presence in the media and on social networks, while strengthening our impact for children and their rights. You will gain valuable experience in event organisation and, if you so wish, in media relations.
For ethical reasons and to stay true to our values, we made the choice to engage volunteers who are from the children's country of origin. Such volunteers speak the language and know the culture of children from the country concerned, and are familiar with the children's home communities, and these are very important factors.