Various media report on international adoptions by Terre des Hommes. The mediation of international adoptions led to a split in the Terre des Hommes movement at the beginning of the 1970s. terre des hommes schweiz distanced itself from this practice at the time and was not involved in it. terre des hommes schweiz, based in Basel, is legally, financially and organizationally independent of the Terre des hommes Foundation in Lausanne. terre des hommes schweiz in Basel condemns unprofessional adoptions from abroad and welcomes the scientific investigation.
The history of terre des hommes - Three independent organizations
terre des hommes schweiz, based in Basel, has been legally, financially and organizationally independent of the Terre des hommes Foundation in Lausanne and terre des hommes Suisse in Geneva since 1972. The Swiss journalist Edmond Kaiser founded the aid organization Terre des Hommes in 1960. Differing ideas regarding governance, the focus of development cooperation and the mediation of international adoptions led to a split in 1972. This resulted in three different Terre des Hommes organizations in Switzerland. They are legally, financially and organizationally independent.
terre des hommes switzerland with headquarters in Basel is an independent development policy organization that Young people in Africa, Latin America and Switzerland. Together, we are committed to social cohesion, global justice, climate justice and a decent life for all. We work with our local partners and in strategic partnerships and alliances to build a strong civil society.
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Do you have any questions about child adoption at the Terre des hommes Foundation in Lausanne?
Contact the Terre des hommes Foundation. The foundation "Terre des hommes - Children's Aid Worldwide" (Tdh), based in Lausanne, is committed to helping disadvantaged children worldwide. Children so that they can improve their well-being and exercise their rights. The focus areas are health, child protection and emergency aid. The Tdh Foundation is active in 38 countries worldwide and primarily supports children and their families. www.tdh.ch
