For the eighth time today, on 15 October, is International Handwashing Day, launched by the World Health Organization (WHO). As many infectious diseases are transmitted via the hands, the WHO is urging people even more strongly today to make sure to wash their hands in particular before and after meals and after going to the toilet
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Today, 11 October, is International Day of the Girl, designated by the United Nations. We are taking this opportunity to report on the situation of girls in Namibia. The topic of equality is still relevant in Namibia, especially in rural areas. Girls there are less likely to be given the chance to go to school or perhaps even to
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[:de] On 26 September, the steps for children Foundation sped through the Rheingau with plenty of horsepower! We would like to thank the organizers, participants and all supporters of the event for the wonderful 1. EBS Rally! The proceeds from the rally go to steps for children. Thank you, thank you very much!
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[:de] The children of our partner project Otto Gamseb send a heartfelt thank-you from Rehoboth for the monthly support of the soup kitchen. “It makes a huge difference in their lives. Josephine and her staff members are very glad and send their greetings to steps for children. “ says Milly. [:en] The children of our partner project Otto
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[:de] Our volunteer supporters are a pillar of the work of steps for children. With their individual skills, they enrich our team and help us to achieve our goals professionally and with enthusiasm. We are looking for reinforcements for our volunteer team in the areas of graphic design and social media! If you’re interested, please get in touch with Simone Damak at +49 (0) 40
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[:de] On Sunday, 20.09.2015, the steps for children Foundation had the privilege of accepting the donation cheques from the Town & Country Foundation. The funds benefit our projects “Heart for the Children” and “Otto Gamseb” in Rehoboth. Simone Damak represented steps among the funded organizations and initiatives, which presented their work and networked in this context.
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[:de] Under the motto “Awaken the lion in you”, we, Vera Heiduk and Elke Walter, have been strengthening the courage and self-confidence of children in our LÖWENSTARK – courses for many years. The lion, a symbol of Africa, represents the potential that every child and every person carries within. At an event of the Networker
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[:de] Last Saturday, 19 September 2015, the Networker for Humanity e.V. (NfH) celebrated its 10th anniversary in Heilbronn. steps for children was on site and offered its heartfelt congratulations. In a video message, Dr Michael Hoppe thanked NfH for its generous and faithful support over the past 9 years. Dirk Jakob, the association’s Chairman, led through
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[:de] We are delighted that Martina Pracht is now supporting our steps team in Germany from outside in the area of fundraising and corporate partnerships. With a great deal of competence and good humour, she brings new ideas and promotes the foundation’s goals with huge commitment. On her background, she says: „Since June 2015 I can work with the wonderful team of the
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[:en] Last weekend, the steps for children foundation was once again represented at the Alafia Africa Festival, as is almost a tradition. Donations were collected via the wheel of fortune and our youngest helpers, Nina Mey's two children. We were able to provide information about our work in Namibia in many conversations. The first interested parties have already contacted the steps office. A big
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