Projects in Tanzania

HIV/Aids is an omnipresent issue in Tanzania. Many children and young people are left on their own or have to help sick parents. terre des hommes switzerland supports young people in dealing with this stressful situation.

Improving the living conditions of children and young people

Poverty, violence and HIV/Aids are widespread in Tanzania. In addition to domestic violence, girls and women are often at the mercy of sexual assault. In the Kigoma region, where we work, many young people between the ages of 15 and 24 are therefore infected with HIV. Despite this, there are hardly any youth-friendly services. Together with our partner organization, we strengthen the resilience of young people and teach them important life skills. We also support young mothers.

Strengthening and promoting: psychosocial support for children and adolescents

Violence is an everyday occurrence for many children and young people in the Kagera region. Many become orphans at an early age and then have to take responsibility for themselves and their younger siblings. Because of the prevailing gender inequalities and the lack of education. are Teenage Pregnancies another major problem. We empower affected children and young people through school education, awareness work, and medical and psychological care.