5 key questions to discover LIFE

From a neighborhood association run by dream volunteers, LIFE has now become an international solidarity NGO. We have concrete expertise in humanitarian aid in the field. Since 2009, we have been committed to serving populations in need by operating in 25 countries. More than 13.3 million people have already benefitted from our assistance. Every day, we work tirelessly to further increase our positive footprint on the planet.

What is our identity?

LIFE is an association under the 1901 law, private, apolitical, non-political, non-religious, non-profit and recognized as being of general interest. Our headquarters are in France.

Our vocation is to provide assistance to the populations who need it most, in emergency or development situations. Our objective is to contribute to consolidating or restoring their situation, in particular, through access to drinking water, sanitation, hygiene and food security.

Guided by a vision that places life at the heart of our actions and by an unwavering desire to make a real difference in the lives of the people we support, we act with respect for human dignity, with commitment and a sense of innovation.

What is our vision?

Our name is meaningful and embodies our bold vision: to put life at the heart of everything we do. We are committed not only to human life, but also to all living beings that share our planet, from animals to plants.

Through this strong commitment to being on the side of life, we aspire to create a better world, where each individual enjoys a dignified and fulfilled existence, beyond any divide.

We dream of a world where no one dies of hunger, thirst, or diseases caused by lack of access to clean water and adequate hygiene conditions. A world where every human being has access to the same chances of success regardless of origin, country or religion.

What is our mission?

Our teams are determined to bring about a real transformation in the lives of people around the world. They intervene on the ground by mobilizing emergency relief and setting up development programs around access to water, hygiene and sanitation, education and environmental protection.

Our mission is to make a difference by improving the living conditions of those who need it most and to support them in their journey towards independence.

Each of our approaches is part of a desire to support and support the empowerment of local populations. A crucial issue at the heart of our NGO, which aims to sow the seeds of profound and lasting change by working hand in hand with local partners.

In our mission, we can count on the unconditional and precious support of a growing community of more than 180,000 loyal donors, true Lifechangers!

What are our values?

Our action is driven by 8 fundamental values:

- respect for dignity: a constant concern, that

either in the field or in our communications with the general public.

- human fraternity: it is characterized by benevolence and

respect for one's neighbor, with a profound respect for one's individuality. Our NGO conveys values of solidarity and aims to be a citizen association for reconciliation between communities and peoples.

- support for empowerment: our missions come to life through development programs that encourage the proactive action of communities. Together, we are creating a future where every individual is driven by the desire to create a better world.

- independence: we act independently, in compliance with international humanitarian law, as well as with respect for the law of the country in which we operate. This independence gives us the opportunity to engage in actions and causes impartially to change lives.

- transparency: we testify to situations on the ground with realism, accuracy, consistency and respect.

- efficiency: a rigor that the entire NGO requires in order to use the resources we have in the best possible way; with effectiveness and excellence. In this way, we maximize our impact, and we create a better future, where each action sows the seeds of concrete and lasting change.

- innovation: innovation is our essence in order to move the boundaries, strengthen our impact and go ever further. It materializes both on the ground with innovative projects that transform lives, and in our means of collection and communication.

- the inspiration of Muslim values: it is Muslim values that, historically, have led to the creation of the structure. The 7 values of LIFE that precede reflect this ethic.

What are our areas of action?

In close collaboration with our local partners, we implement concrete actions and sustainable solutions based on 4 areas of intervention:

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene 💧

More than two billion people around the world still don't have access to drinking water and sanitation. In many countries, clean water is a luxury. Every drop of water counts.

To bring this source of life to those who need it, we are mobilizing with WASH, our main line of action. We work on programs aimed ataccess to drinking water with the construction of fountains and water towers. We are alleviating the difficult daily lives of hundreds of women and children who travel tens of kilometers every day to reach a source of drinking water. We are also strengthening our intervention on sanitation and hygiene issues, with the construction of sanitary facilities.

Food safety 🍽️

This is our second major part of intervention. Even today, up to 828 million people suffer from hunger.

We work tirelessly to ensure food security for all. Access to

adequate and quality food is a fundamental right.

Through emergency operations and timely support, we distribute food packages and hot meals all year round with our campaign “1 euro=1 meal” to bring joy and hope to those who need it. We have already distributed over 59 million meals around the world!

Education 🎒

Isn't it said that the future is decided on the school benches? Education is a fundamental right. However, 244 million children between the ages of 6 and 18 are still out of school in the world.

To ensure that every child has access to quality education, we offer the best investment of all time: sponsor a child's schooling.

With the distribution of school kits containing a school bag, a pencil case, notebooks, pens, markers, a ruler, an eraser etc... We allow children to have access to all the school materials they need to attend school assiduously.

We also offer complete and balanced meals for each child. Now, they come to school knowing that they will be able to satisfy their hunger and fully focus on their studies. For the majority of them, this meal is even the only meal of the day, which highlights the importance of our initiative. In addition to encouraging student results, school canteens also contribute to local economic development by supporting local farmers and promoting employment in communities.

Together, we can shape a world where every child has the opportunity to become a successful and independent adult.

Environmental protection 🌱

Every minute, our planet is losing the equivalent of 36 football fields of forests. A loss of 13 hectares per year, the size of England. Polar bears, tigers, orangutans... By 2100, half of the species we admire could disappear due to habitat loss.

With our program Sapousse, we carry out sustainable environmental projects to act in favor of reforestation.

We create abundant forests made up of “economic” trees that not only help restore the ecosystem, but also provide valuable resources. The communities thus benefit from regular income. We energize communities through the establishment of Green Initiatives that promote sustainable livelihoods such as sustainable aquaculture, market gardening or even education and training in sustainable agriculture. These projects strengthen the autonomy of local populations and allow them to live in harmony with nature.

We don't just plant trees. We are planting seeds of hope, the promise of a better future.

Complementary action areas

The complementarity of our lines of action is at the heart of our approach to improving the lives of the communities we serve. The integrated projects we lead embody this commitment to the well-being and empowerment of local communities, showing that when these areas of intervention come together, they have an even deeper impact.

For example, a community that has access to clean water can focus more on sustainable agriculture, improving food security for all villagers.

Join us and make a difference. Become a Lifechanger! Together, we can change lives and create a fairer and more sustainable world.