Environmental and developmental crises are inextricably interwoven. Nobody suffers more from the effects of climate change than the poor in the countries of the South. The overexploitation of our natural resources initiated by the growth model of the industrialized countries has become a symbol for the lack of international justice. Hence "Bread for the World" ("Brot für die Welt") advocates a policy change towards fair and sustainable development – in our country as well as in the developing countries.
"Bread for the World" is an aid programme launched by the Protestant churches in Germany for development cooperation. It was founded in 1959 with the prime objective of providing a life in dignity for the disadvantaged and outsiders. "Bread for the World" cooperates with local churches and partner organisations in Africa, Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe on over 1,000 projects, all of which also aspire to help people to help themselves.
Moreover, "Bread for the World" strives to call attention to social injustice all over the world through its public relations activities while deliberately avoiding any finger-pointing. People in Germany are encouraged to make this world a better place through activities in their communities and parishes and through political commitment, as well as by embarking upon a resource-efficient and globally compatible way of life.
More about "Bread for the World": www.brot-fuer-die-welt.de
