2) How is Enfants du Monde different from other associations?
- In its education projects, Enfants du Monde places emphasis on the quality of the teaching not just on the number of schools and children taught.
- In its health projects, Enfants du Monde works in close collaboration with local populations and authorities, with the aim of establishing links and cooperation between health services, families and the community in order to reduce maternal and infant deaths and to improve the accessibility and quality of health care services.
- In its work, Enfants du Monde uses two proven innovative approaches: the pedagogical approach known as “Pedagogy of Text” developed by Enfants du Monde and the health approach entitled “working with individuals, families and communities to improve maternal and newborn health” developed by the World Health Organisation.
- Enfants du Monde is committed to promoting long-term development and aims for sustainable independence of local populations.
- Enfants du Monde does not have expatriate staff. Enfants du Monde works closely with local partners and its three regional coordination offices are managed by local staff.
- Enfants du Monde offers not only financial but also technical support. The education and health specialists based in Geneva share their knowledge with the local partners. Their skills are then shared through training courses and local abilities are strengthened.
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B/ Support: donating, sponsoring, volunteering, etc.
3) Who supports Enfants du Monde?
In 2012 Enfants du Monde received donations from:
DDC = Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation
FGC = Genevan Federation for Cooperation
Fondations et Chaîne du Bonheur = foundations and Swiss Solidarity
Cantons et communes = cantons and communes
Dons privés = private donations (sponsorships, bequests and contributions)
DDC mandats = SDC mandates
Autres = other (businesses, partnerships, events, etc.)
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4) How can I support Enfants du Monde?
There are several ways in which you can support Enfants du Monde:
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5) Can I do an internship with Enfants du Monde?
Yes, on the following conditions:
- You must be able to commit to a period of at least six months
- You must have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and previous professional work experience
- Internships are non-remunerated, with some exception
- Internships are exclusively at headquartersin Geneva; Enfants du Monde does not send trainees into the field
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6) Why project sponsorship, rather than personal or individual sponsorship?
In order to guarantee lasting support and to help not just one child, but many, and in conformity with ZEWO, the Swiss seal of quality, Enfants du Monde suggests that donors who wish to give targeted aid can become project sponsors.
Indeed, as ZEWO mentions in its fact sheet on the different types of sponsorship (in French), the relationships formed between individual children and their sponsors through letters and visits can raise false hopes in the child, and cause envy or jealousy in those around. Finally, to bring long-term improvement to a situation, the whole community must be affected not just individuals.
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7) I have no money, but I’d like to help. How?
You can help in other ways by volunteering. Depending on your skills and preferences, you can help us with administration, at local public events, by organising an event or concert in support of Enfants du Monde, or by doing translations.
We are open to your ideas and desires, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us to talk about it!
Phone +41 (0) 22 798 88 81 or email
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8) What are the advantages of donating by direct debit?
Donating by direct debit enables Enfants du Monde to reduce administration costs. Direct debit services through the post or the bank (LSV) are safe and easy to use. Also, this has a positive ecological impact.
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9) Is my donation tax-deductable?
You can deduct donations to Enfants du Monde from your taxes.
In order to claim this tax deduction, remember to attach your donation declaration for the relevant fiscal year, which Enfants du Monde will automatically sends you in February the following year.
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10) In which countries is Enfants du Monde active?
Areas of activity were selected by Enfants du Monde firstly on the basis of the human development index and the situation of children in these areas, and secondly based on previous experience in certain countries.
Enfants du Monde has had a presence for over 20 years in most of the countries where it currently works leading to an in-depth knowledge of these countries, and this means that its work is even more trustworthy and relevant.
Today, the association is active in Switzerland and in seven other countries: Burkina Faso, Niger, Bangladesh, Guatemala, Salvador, Colombia, Haiti.
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11) Can I choose which project to support?
You can choose to support the health programme or the education programme through sponsorship. As a sponsor, each year you will receive a report on the sponsorship programme you have chosen.
You can also choose a specific project to which your donation will be allocated.
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12) How does Enfants du Monde evaluate the effectiveness of its projects?
Each project is run on the basis of an agreement between Enfants du Monde and the local partner which lists the following elements: the objectives, the expected results, the practical details of implementation and monitoring, the funding plan and the budget.
All projects undergo rigorous monitoring by the regional coordination offices of Enfants du Monde. In addition, the projects are assessed on a six-month basis in order to check the progress and quality of activities and how they comply with the agreement signed by Enfants du Monde and the partner. Finally, the accounts are reviewed annually by a local trustee.
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13) What is the ZEWO seal of quality?
For over 20 years, Enfants du Monde has been certified by the Swiss seal of quality ZEWO. It certifies that donations will be used economically, effectively and for their designated purpose, and it stands for transparent, trustworthy organisations with effective control mechanisms which guarantee ethical acquisition of funding and communication.
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14) How can I be sure that my money is really helping disadvantaged children?
Enfants du Monde has been approved by ZEWO for over 20 years. This label certifies that donations will be used economically, effectively and for their designated purpose.
In the field, projects are regularly monitored by the regional coordination office and by the specialists in the Geneva office. The accounts of local Enfants du Monde partners are annually audited by external auditors.
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15) How is my donation used?
For 100 Swiss francs donated:
- 84 Swiss francs go towards projects in the field
- 4 Swiss francs are used in Geneva for administration costs
- 5 Swiss francs cover information costs in Switzerland
- 7 Swiss francs are used for fundraising costs in Switzerland
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16) Are online donations secure?
Yes. The system we use (PayPal) fulfils the highest security criteria.
PayPal is the safest and simplest means of sending and receiving payments online. This system enables anyone to make payments in the manner they prefer, whether by banker’s card, via a bank account, customer credit or an account, without having to divulge financial details.
This means that, thanks to PayPal, you can pay without giving away information about your account or banker’s card. In this way, your information cannot fall into the wrong hands and you are safe.
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17) How are the accounts of Enfants du Monde monitored?
Enfants du Monde’s accounts are audited on an annual basis by PricewaterhouseCoopers Geneva.
In addition, since 2009, Enfants du Monde has voluntarily opted to submit its finances to an exhaustive review via an in-depth internal control system.
The accounts of Enfants du Monde’s local partners are annually audited by external auditors and the projects undergo regular and rigorous monitoring.
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