One year with weltwärts is something quite special. As a young person, you get to work for a cause that is close to your heart and get to know the world and yourself better: These experiences give you a tailwind – for a lifetime. With weltwärts, we are helping build the global community.

Federal Development Minister Svenja Schulze

Working together in partnership is a vital aspect of the weltwärts programme. Implementing weltwärts in Germany and worldwide would not be possible without this approach and collaborative expertise.

Astrid Neumann, head of the weltwärts Coordination Unit

Participating in the weltwärts volunteer service is a truly extraordinary experience that broadens your horizons, has a lasting impact and is always a major learning experience.

Dr Jens Kreuter, Managing Director of Engagement Global gGmbH

We are all learners. As the programme evolves, all of us continue to learn and to grow within it.

Barbara Kerime, member of the Programme Steering Committee of the Catholic Federation of Volunteering Schemes

The great potential offered by weltwärts lies in the collaborative effort to promote development volunteering worldwide.

Lourens de Jong, member of the Programme Steering Committee of the quality association ventao

The success of the North-South Component has been achieved through the very good working relationship with all stakeholders..

Mara Feulner, civil society coordinator of the Programme Steering Committee and representative of the quality association weltoffen