Our Values Responsibility Real solutions are provided by the people who are confronted with problems each day. Those who are directly affected know best what their communities need. They know which measures are consistent with their way of life and are therefore truly sustainable and effective. We will respect, promote, and undertake sustainable development and self-empowerment initiatives. In everything we do, we demand real economic, social, cultural and environmental sustainability. That is why we always do our best to act responsibly. Transparency Trust in carrying out our goals is the most important pillar of our work. People have to be able to see that we use their money for what it is intended and the effectiveness of our projects. The first step to get there is to clearly and publicly document in detail the current status of our projects. These stories are best told by local voices, building trust on all sides. That is why, no matter what we do, we do it in the light of transparency. Integrity We, as human beings, are not separated from other human beings and our natural surroundings, but are an integral part of everything that surrounds us. We must take off our blinkers in order to achieve our goals, see the forest and the trees. We will support a project or a group of people and consider the environmental implications. Everything in this world is interdependent and related, as are our own personal lives and our way of doing business. That is why integrity is fundamental to every aspect of our business.