TERRE DES FEMMES – Human Rights for Women e.V.
Focus of work
Educational and campaign work, advancement of women, human rights
Country focus
Germany, worldwide
Fields of activity
The core tasks of TERRE DES FEMMES - Human Rights for Women e.V. are primarily in public relations and lobbying. Campaigns and press work draw attention to violations of women's rights. Education and prevention on issues such as female genital mutilation, domestic and sexualised violence and forced marriage are the main concerns of the association. TERRE DES FEMMES - Human Rights for Women e.V. also acts as a contact for girls and women in acute distress and as an advisory body for social services, youth welfare offices and other institutions.