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HEKS - EPER World

HEKS/EPER is the aid organisation of the Swiss protestant churches, and champions the cause of a more humane and just world and a life in dignity.

The Swiss Church Aid (HEKS/EPER) Foundation and the Bread for All Foundation have merged. The name of the merged foundation is: Swiss Church Aid (HEKS/EPER). The merger became effective upon being entered in the commercial register. This social media channel is part of the programme of Swiss Church Aid (HEKS/EPER).

29/05/2026

| Climate Change & Resilience |

In Ethiopia, climate change is putting increasing pressure on people, ecosystems and livelihoods. Irregular rainfall, prolonged droughts and land degradation are affecting both communities and the landscapes they depend on.

Pastoralism is part of the solution. Through seasonal livestock movement, rangeland restoration and sustainable pasture management, pastoralist communities help maintain soil fertility, protect biodiversity and strengthen the resilience of dryland ecosystems.
Together with local partners, HEKS/EPER supports communities in restoring degraded rangelands, improving water access and combining local knowledge with sustainable land management practices.

👉 Follow this series to learn how pastoralism contributes to climate resilience – and why healthy rangelands matter for people, nature and future generations.

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27/05/2026

| EBOLA OUTBREAK: EMERGENCY AID |

The Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo threatens to become a regional epidemic. HEKS/EPER has been active in the region for many years with its own staff and strong local partner organizations: in the DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan. This enables us to respond quickly to the current outbreak. Our aid includes setting up handwashing stations and distributing hygiene kits, as well as conducting awareness campaigns on Ebola prevention and providing essential support to the overburdened local health infrastructure.

06/05/2026

| CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF IMPACT IN ROMANIA |

For a decade, Fundatia Heks/Eper Romania has been working hand in hand with communities to create opportunities, strengthen resilience, and support those most in need.

From education and career guidance for young people, to humanitarian aid and community-led responses in times of crisis, these 10 years reflect the power of partnership, trust, and local engagement.

Today, as we celebrate this 10-year milestone, we extend our sincere gratitude to our partners, colleagues, and the communities who have shaped this journey.

Here’s to a decade of impact and to continuing our shared commitment to a more just and inclusive world.

06/03/2026

| ESCALATION IN THE MIDDLE EAST: CIVILIAN POPULATION IN LEBANON FLEEING ONCE AGAIN - HEKS/EPER EXPANDS AID |

The situation in the Middle East continues to escalate: hundreds of thousands of people are fleeing southern Lebanon and the neighborhoods of Beirut. HEKS/EPER is expanding its aid efforts on the ground and calling for an immediate end to the fighting.

Learn more: en.heks.ch/medien/escalation-middle-east-civilian-population-lebanon-fleeing-once-again-heks-expands-aid

05/03/2026

| INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF RANGELANDS AND PASTORALISTS |
Mobility is life. For pastoralist communities, seasonal movement is their core strategy to cope with climate shocks, protect ecosystems and secure livelihoods. By following pasture and water, they keep herds healthy and drylands productive.
But this mobility is under growing pressure: shrinking corridors, conflicts over land and water, and political marginalisation threaten their way of life.
In Niger, HEKS/EPER works with local communities to secure transhumance routes, strengthen land rights and promote peaceful coexistence – so pastoralists can move safely and with dignity.

👉 Follow this series to learn why mobility matters – and why pastoralist voices must be heard.

04/03/2026

| 4 YEARS OF WAR: FOUR UKRAINIANS TELL THEIR STORIES |

"Peace. We don't need anything else. Only peace."

We would like to introduce you to four people from the Kharkiv region who have been supported by HEKS/EPER. They talk about how they are currently doing, what are their wishes, and what they would like to tell the people of Switzerland. For example, Viktor Mitrofanov, from Hrakove, who received support to repair his house.

Since the beginning of the war, HEKS/EPER has been supporting people in need – first with vital aid such as food, blankets and hot meals, but also by repairing destroyed houses and providing safe accommodation.

Learn more: en.heks.ch/people-kharkiv-share-their-stories

HEKS EPER Ukraine

02/03/2026

| 4 YEARS OF WAR: FOUR UKRAINIANS TELL THEIR STORIES |

"It's tough. And it's frightening. It's constantly frightening. I'm fine in the afternoon. But in the evening, I'm afraid to close my eyes."

We would like to introduce you to four people from the Kharkiv region who have been supported by HEKS/EPER. They talk about how they are currently doing, what are their wishes, and what they would like to tell the people of Switzerland. For example, Tamara Korzhova, from Hrakove, who received support to repair her house.

Since the beginning of the war, HEKS/EPER has been supporting people in need – first with vital aid such as food, blankets and hot meals, but also by repairing destroyed houses and providing safe accommodation.

Find out more: en.heks.ch/people-kharkiv-share-their-stories

HEKS EPER Ukraine

26/02/2026

4 YEARS OF WAR: FOUR UKRAINIANS TELL THEIR STORIES |

"And when none of us is left, I hope that people will remember how Ukrainians fought for their freedom, for their independence and for the right to live a normal, free life in civilised countries."

We would like to introduce you to four people from the Kharkiv region who have been supported by HEKS/EPER. They talk about how they are currently doing, what are their wishes, and what they would like to tell the people of Switzerland. For example, Iryna Hladka, from Balakliya, who creates safe spaces for children and young people.

Since the beginning of the war, HEKS/EPER has been supporting people in need, first with vital aid such as food, blankets and hot meals, but also by repairing destroyed houses and providing safe accommodation.

Find out more: en.heks.ch/people-kharkiv-share-their-stories

HEKS EPER Ukraine

24/02/2026

| FOUR YEARS OF WAR IN UKRAINE |

Four years after the Russian invasion, there is no end in sight to the suffering. Destroyed infrastructure, extreme cold, and ongoing violence characterize the daily lives of millions of people. Nearly 11 million remain dependent on humanitarian aid.

Thanks to the solidarity of our donors, HEKS/EPER has been able to act quickly, effectively, and sustainably from the very beginning. To date, we have supported around 920,000 people.

Humanitarian aid remains urgently needed. Solidarity remains crucial: en.heks.ch/medien/four-years-of-war-in-Ukraine-our-help-makes-a-difference

23/02/2026

| WORKING TOGETHER FOR LOCALLY LED ACTION |

HEKS/EPER participates in international and national initiatives to further strengthen its commitment to localisation.

Together with other Swiss organisations active in international cooperation HEKS/EPER has signed the manifesto "Locally owned. Globally backed. A manifesto for Locally Led Action." It affirms the leadership role of local actors and commits to investing in equitable partnerships, supporting quality financing, reducing power imbalances, and protecting civic space. At the same time, it strengthens joint learning, advocacy, and alignment across the Swiss NGO sector.

👉 Learn more about our commitment to localisation and a concrete example of how locally led action can be supported in humanitarian response: en.heks.ch/localisation

👉 See the Manifesto here: https://bit.ly/4aGYVGK

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