What do we stand for?
Principles and objectives
The WaterFoundation is a non-profit, politically independent, non-denominational and unbureaucratic organization.
Mission
The Foundation for the Future and Resource Protection is fundamentally committed to sustainable ecological, economic and social development.
With expertise we are passionate about providing clean drinking water and hygienic sanitation in rural areas where these vital resources are scarce. However, our holistic approach goes beyond just providing water. Our projects protect and restore ecosystems to counteract climate change. Good groundwater management leads to sustainability.
Through reforestation and clean water, we are also reducing CO2 emissions. WASH workshops, the planting of vegetable gardens, the construction of sanitary facilities and the creation of income opportunities all contribute to the goal of a comprehensive improvement in living conditions.
The foundation is committed to the principles of transparency and openness, as well as tolerance and equality for all people, regardless of origin, gender, faith or ethnicity.
Almost the entire team of the WaterFoundation, which consists of professionals from a wide range of disciplines, works on a voluntary basis and with selected partners in various regions of the world.
Overview of our objectives
- Implementation of the human right to clean, affordable drinking water
- Provision of hygienic sanitation
- Training people in the conscious use of water resources
- Implementation of long-term integrated water resource management
- Nature and climate protection
- Reforestation, preservation of biodiversity, food security
- Support for self-determined development of local people
- Promotion of women and young people in particular
Sustainability
The Water Foundation is committed to the 17 sustainable development goals formulated by the United Nations, in particular:
6 – Clean Water and Sanitation
15 – Life on Land
3 – Good Health and Well-Being
13 – Climate Action
5 – Gender Equality