Childaid Network, a charitable organization that Prof. Radermacher has been actively supporting for years, has won the Covid-19 Relief Prize from the UBS Optimus Foundation. The prize, endowed with USD 50,000, was awarded to organizations that demonstrated exceptional efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and successfully supported disadvantaged populations

Childaid Network’s mission is to address gaps in education. While school closures worldwide affect all students, the poorest children are hit the hardest. Without education, they lack the foundation to build a secure future. Moreover, millions of parents have lost their jobs, which has worsened hunger and child labor in many regions.

Childaid Network has already provided food to over 40,000 children to help address these challenges. Last year, the organization also supported 50,000 children in South Asia, ensuring their access to education despite the pandemic. Local volunteers are trained to deliver flexible and creative small-group teaching, among other methods. The prize money will be invested in vocational training for youth, giving them a foundation for an independent future.

During the three-week voting period, Childaid Network, together with FAW/n, successfully mobilized hundreds of partners and supporting organizations, corporate and action partners, as well as thousands of friends and supporters around the world. With this enormous backing, the organization ultimately prevailed over CARE International, a large global humanitarian organization, and Luminos, a small, dynamic U.S.-based charity.

Further Information:

Childaid Network Website

UBS Optimus Foundation Website

Image source: Childaid.net