Partnering for Change

The vision of PartnerAid is a world in which every human being has access to resources that enable him/her to live without poverty.

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Newsletter November 20221 November 2022
Discover the contrasting sides of Morocco – which often remain hidden to the superficial tourist – and the exciting projects of Crocus-Tifaout.

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Ethiopia – The Arts and Media

Artistic Beauty in Social Development: A Vision for Ethiopia

We believe that creative expression is not reserved for developed nations solely but that the production and enjoyment of art contributes to social development, community building, and interpersonal peace. In a developing context like Ethiopia, this paradigm shift is necessary to encourage dignity and agency in its people. To this end, Ayaana Media & Publishing focuses on valuing and promoting the arts in communities that have been underserved.

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Vocational training in Zanzibar

We benefit from the cooperation and the many years of experience of the locally registered NGO, Pamoja Zanzibar.

Zanzibar – English Basics

To increase the language skills of the apprentices and thus the quality of training and their chances on the job market.

Zanzibar – vocational training for underprivileged women

Every year, 15 young women are trained in a two-year dual apprenticeship as seamstresses.

Zanzibar – vehicle for training workshop

Enable the purchase of a new customer loaner vehicle, allowing to continue the training operations in a competitive manner.

Zanzibar – Workwear for apprentices

Apprentices as tailors and car mechanics and their instructors receive suitable workwear.

Comoros – Literacy

Take a seat in the classroom and look over our shoulders for a moment.

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Who We Are

The association PartnerAid Switzerland was founded in 1988 and is an independent aid organisation for international development cooperation and emergency aid.

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What We Do

In partnership with communities, villages and neighbourhoods, PartnerAid aims to combat poverty in all its forms. We work in the areas of education, professional training, health, nutrition, environment and small business promotion as well as emergency aid.

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