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About War Child

War Child is an independent and impartial international non-governmental organisation. Worldwide, Stichting War Child constitutes one legal entity. Our country operations are part of this entity.

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What we believe

We believe no child should be part of war. Ever. Children have the right to grow up in peace, free from fear and violence.

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Our partners

War Child collaborates at local, national and international levels with non-governmental organisations, companies, state and other non-state actors.

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War Child International

War Child Holland is part of an international network together with War Child Canada and War Child United Kingdom. The three foundations are also registered in several other countries for fundraising purposes.

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Managing financial risks

In order to reduce investment and foreign exchange risks, War Child adheres to a strict Treasury Policy, which is approved by the Supervisory Board.

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Integrity

War Child has gained the trust of the individuals, companies and other organisations that donate money. This trust comes with a responsibility to ensure that the money is spent properly.

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Reputational risks

Reputation is among a non-governmental organisation’s most valuable assets. Despite demonstrated professionalism, transparency and legal compliance, a scandal in the media, a financial pitfall or a security incident can seriously affect an organisation’s reputation or even the reputation of NGOs in general.

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Managing reputational risks

War Child actively safeguards its reputation by monitoring perceptions of the organisation through annual quantitative research. The results are used to adjust either strategic or communication decisions.

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Employees

While in the field, War Child’s staff works to empower children in areas affected by armed conflict; internally, we work to empower our staff in their roles within War Child.

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Volunteers

Volunteers and interns remained an important human resource for War Child, especially as a low-cost organisation.

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