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Rubrik-Icon Jährlich leisten über 1.800 junge Menschen ihren Freiwilligendienst im In- und Ausland mit uns.
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Rubrik-Icon Seit 2006 arbeiten wir im Bereich der Notfallpädagogik mit traumatisierten Kindern weltweit.
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Friends of Waldorf Education
Friends of Waldorf Education

Since 1976 we promote Waldorf education around the globe. Thus far we have been able to support more than 830 Waldorf initiatives worldwide. Each year 1.800 young people commit to a voluntary service and by the worldwide student campaign WOW-Day children get enabled to go to school. All our donations are forwarded at 100 %. Furthermore, our Emergency pedagogic interventions are addressed at psychologically traumatized children and adolescents in war zones and disaster areas.

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Waldorf Worldwide

We forward 100% of all donations. Up to date we were able to support more than 830 projects.

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Voluntary Services

Every year more than 1,800 young people do their voluntary service with us at home and abroad.

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Emergency Pedagogy

Since 2006 we have been working in the field of emergency pedagogy with traumatized children from many different countries.

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WOW-Day

WOW-Day is an international student campaign to collect donations for children around the globe.

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Ukraine: Fleeing the war

Join us in helping the people in Ukraine who are suffering from the armed attacks in their country.

In February 2022, after Russian attacks on large parts of Ukraine began, the Friends of Waldorf Education became active on various levels - including an immediate appeal for donations to support Waldorf schools, Waldorf kindergartens and special education facilities in Ukraine. A great wave of help flooded in, through which we were able to achieve a lot. Learn more about our work in Ukraine.

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Volunteering around the world

You are interested in volunteering abroad? Then you have come to the right place.

No matter whether after school, with completed vocational training or after your studies - with us you will find the right voluntary service for your unforgettable year abroad. Find out now about your chances for a voluntary service abroad.

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Emergency Pedagogy - First Aid for the Soul

Trauma pedagogical acute help in crises and disaster prevention

The emergency pedagogy of the "friends" has been helping traumatised children and young people processing their experiences since 2006. The missions on the entire world are supplemented by national and international Seminars. They are an important part of disaster preparedness and at the same time, build the network of global crisis intervention teams.

Waldorf Worldwide

Since 1976 the Friends of Waldorf Education have been supporting Waldorf educational institutions all around the world.

We are committed to Waldorf Schools, Waldorf Kindergartens as well as curative education and social therapy institutions that urgently need support. Learn more about initiatives currently seeking financial assistance. Find out about our worldwide day of action, WOW-Day, about educational sponsorships or read our online magazine "Waldorf Worldwide".

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Current call for donations

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Your donation helps Waldorf schools provide reliable education to children from low-income families and in economically challenged countries.

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Corporate Engagement

Corporate Engagement

With the commitment of your company you can significantly improve the situation of children and provide them with education.

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from the topics Waldorf Worldwide and Emergency Pedagogy

Waldorf Worldwide

Water damage in the shelter at the Kryvyi Rih Waldorf School

04.06.2026

The Kryvyi Rih school is one of the oldest Waldorf schools in Ukraine, having been founded in the 1990s. Despite the major challenges faced…  + more


Ukraine: Lessons at the Phoenix curative pedagogical school, despite all the obstacles

04.05.2026

For over 20 years, the Phoenix curative pedagogical school in Kharkiv has been supporting people with disabilities. The staff at the school…  + more


Israel: A nursery with a bomb shelter serves as a vibrant and comforting hub in difficult times

30.04.2026

Last year, the Friends of Waldorf Education provided financial support to several Israeli Waldorf institutions for the construction of…  + more

Emergency Pedagogy

After the Earthquake: How Emergency Pedagogy Is Rebuilding Trust in Venezuela

18.08.2026

On June 24, two powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela. More than 6,500 people lost their lives and 18,000 were left homeless. Many…  + more


Gaza: Every Morning, a Door Opens – Emergency Pedagogy in Deir al-Balah

21.07.2026

As part of the “Healing & Learning” project, the cultural and arts association “NAWA Centre” in Deir al-Balah, Gaza, provides emergency…  + more


20 Years of Emergency Pedagogy – From a Pilot Project to an International Network

16.06.2026

Wars and violent conflicts are among the most severe causes of humanitarian crises. They often force people to flee their homes and result…  + more

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