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changing lives ist ein Verein mit Sitz in Oberwil ZG, der sich zum Ziel gesetzt hat benachteiligten Kinder in Kambodscha zu helfen.

changing lives ist ein Verein mit Sitz in der Schweiz. Der Verein wurde von Bruno Gschwind 2009 mit dem Ziel gegründet, benachteiligten Kindern und Jugendlichen in Kambodscha Bildung zu ermöglichen, denn Bildung ist das Tor zum Ausstieg aus der Armut. changing lives möchte aber darüber hinaus noch mehr erreichen und die Lebensbedingungen der Kinder und Jugendlichen nachhaltig fördern, das heisst sie sozial integrieren, die Themen Ernährung, Gesundheit, Sport, Freizeit und Beruf aktiv angehen und den bestmöglichen Weg aufzeigen. Mit kleinen, überschaubaren Projekten will changing lives diesen jungen Menschen den Weg zu einem würdevollen Leben ebnen und ihnen eine echte Chance für die Zukunft geben. Seit Beginn unserer Tätigkeit können wir Veränderungen feststellen, was uns in unserem Engagement bestärkt und freut. So erhalten diese Menschen Zugang zu einer besseren Bildung, zu einer medizinischen Grundversorgung, zum Musizieren und das Rüstzeug, dass sie körperlich und mental in der Lage sind, aus eigener Kraft die Spirale der Armut zu durchbrechen. changing lives arbeitet Hand in Hand mit Menschen vor Ort in Kambodscha, die unsere Projekte betreuen, kontrollieren und managen. Mehrmals jährlich (in der Regel 7x) sind wir selber vor Ort und überzeugen uns, dass die Projekte optimal laufen, das Geld richtig eingesetzt wird und der Ausbau sinnvoll ist. changing lives is a foundation based in Zurich, Switzerland with a mission to help disadvantaged Cambodian children. the foundation was created in 2009 after Bruno Gschwind visited Cambodia and saw the awful conditions that poor children were living in firsthand. changing lives works hand-in-hand with people on the ground in Cambodia by providing funding to projects that inspire and help those that have a chance for a life with dignity. Since its inception we have seen tremendous changes in the young people we help, the overall effectiveness of the NGOs we support, and an increased level of hope in the communities where we work.

05/08/2026

Delighted to announce that we are the official program partner of the AFS Youth Assembly 2026.

The 31st Session of the AFS Youth Assembly will take place from 12–14 August 2026
At the World Health Organization (WHO), Geneva, Switzerland, under the theme: “Rise. Reimagine. Rebuild: A World for All.”

What becomes possible when organizations work together?

At changing-lives Switzerland, we have always believed that no single organization can solve today's global challenges alone. Lasting impact is built through partnerships.

Looking at the partners supporting the 31st AFS Youth Assembly, one thing stands out: universities, UN agencies, civil society organizations, businesses, and youth-led initiatives all coming together around a shared commitment to developing the next generation of leaders.

This is exactly the kind of collaboration our world needs.

Whether we are supporting vocational education in Uganda, expanding access to learning opportunities in Cambodia, or investing in young people who are ready to create change in their communities, our work is only possible because of partners who believe in the power of collective action.

Real impact happens when organizations stop working in silos and start building bridges.

To all the institutions, donors, volunteers, and partners who continue to walk this journey with us—thank you. Every opportunity created for one young person becomes an opportunity for an entire community.

Together, we are not simply funding projects.

We are investing in people, dignity, and hope.

01/08/2026

🇨🇭 Happy Swiss National Day!

Today, we join people across Switzerland in celebrating Swiss National Day.

As a Swiss organization, we are deeply grateful to call Switzerland home—a country that values solidarity, humanitarian action, quality education, and international cooperation.

These values inspire our work every day as we partner with communities to expand access to education, skills training, and opportunities for young people in Africa and Southeast Asia.

To our supporters, partners, volunteers, and everyone across Switzerland who believes in creating opportunities for others, thank you. Your generosity continues to transform lives far beyond Switzerland's borders.

Happy National Day, Switzerland! 🇨🇭

Together, we are changing lives.

09/07/2026

Sometimes the greatest stories of impact are told by the beneficiaries themselves.

This short video is special for two reasons.

🎥 It was filmed and produced by one of our Photography & Videography students.

🔧 It features Ssemanda Joseph, a student in our Electronics Repair & Maintenance program, class of 2026, sharing his journey in his own words.

When young people are equipped with practical skills, they don't just build careers; they begin creating opportunities for themselves and telling stories that inspire others.

At changing-lives, we believe real transformation happens when young people become both the creators and the storytellers of change.

Watch Joseph's story and see what investing in skills can make possible.

21/04/2026

Our 2025 Annual Impact Report is now live.

As always, this year, we didn’t just run programs, we changed lives.

🎓 121+ young people graduated with practical skills
🌍 350+ learners reached across Uganda and Cambodia
📚 100+ new books opened doors to learning
🤝 A new partnership strengthening long-term impact

Behind these numbers are real stories of resilience, opportunity, and hope.

From vocational training in Uganda to community-based education in Cambodia, we are seeing what’s possible when young people are given the tools to succeed.

👉 Read the full report here: https://www.changing-lives.org/annual-impact-report-2025/

We are deeply grateful to everyone who supports this mission.

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http://www.changing-lives.org/

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