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Bringing the Story Home, in Every Voice (See Languages below)
About Charitable Institute
At the Charitable Institute, we operate on a fundamental truth: the most powerful force for change isn't always direct action on the ground, but the story that first changes the ground itself. A single, resonant voice can move the world in ways that an army or an aid package cannot.
History is shaped by voices that change the conversation. Think of Martin Luther King Jr., whose dream, expressed in words, reshaped a nation's conscience. Think of the Ice Bucket Challenge, a simple social media campaign that raised hundreds of millions for ALS research. Or think of Greta Thunberg and President Zelenskyy, who armed only with clarity and conviction, have mobilized millions to action.
This is the work of the Charitable Institute. Our mission is made possible by our dedicated volunteers, who are drawn both to our purpose and to the inspiring environments where our work takes place. Our strategic hubsβnestled in the stunning mountains of central Switzerland and on the dramatic Snaefellsnes peninsula in Iceland, under the mystical SnΓ¦fellsjΓΆkull glacierβare the crucibles where these ideas are forged.
From these centers, we identify the worldβs most urgent and under-communicated crises, and we build the powerful narratives needed to solve them. Our projects are dynamic and ever-evolving; for a more up-to-date list of our current initiatives, we invite you to visit our main site at www.charitable-institute.org
Our core activities include:
Crafting unforgettable stories to confront entrenched issues, from this saga on FGM to our global narrative on the biodiversity crisis at https://www-germany.comΒ
Building visionary digital platforms that offer concrete solutions to these challenges, including our global biodiversity initiative at www.biodiversity.vision and our blueprint for national renewal at https://www-germany.com
Fighting for a better future by tackling the roots of tyranny and designing economic models that give the next generation a chance at a secure home.
We don't just report on the world's problems; we write new chapters for its future.
Join Us: Support the Hubs of Change
Our work is ambitious, and it requires a strong foundation. The volunteer centers in Switzerland and Iceland are the engines of our entire operation. They are where research happens, where stories are born, and where strategies are launched. To carry on and accelerate this vital work, we are seeking support on every level.
Become a Foundational Sponsor: We are actively looking for a visionary partner to become a foundational sponsor for our volunteer centers. This is a unique opportunity to provide the stable, long-term support that will anchor our mission and amplify our impact for years to come.
Make a Donation: Every contribution, large or small, directly fuels our projects. Your donation allows us to keep writing, advocating, and inspiring change, one story at a time.
Visit, Volunteer, or Collaborate: We believe in the power of connection. We warmly invite our donors, as well as potential volunteers and influencers, to visit our centers in Switzerland and Iceland. Come see where the work happens, meet our team, and explore how we can change the world together.
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A story powerful enough to change the world must be understood by the world, especially by the communities at the very heart of the narrative.
Our next critical mission is to break down language barriers. We are committed to providing good translations of this entire saga into the diverse languages of Somalia, the Horn of Africa, and beyond. Our goal is to make this story widely available in a language people understand intimately.
You Can Help: Join Our Translation Community
We believe that a story becomes stronger when a community helps to tell it. To make our translations as clear and natural as possible, we invite native speakers to contribute their unique insight.
The principle is simple: more people see more things. Your review can help us find better ways to phrase an idea or choose a word that resonates more deeply. We are looking for volunteers to help with two key tasks:
Improve the Translations: We need native speakers to review the current versions in the languages listed below. Any suggestion you have that could make the text clearer or more natural is a valuable contribution.
Translate for New Communities: We have a special focus on reaching every community in Somalia and are actively seeking volunteers to help us translate this story into the nation's vital minority languages.
If you are a native speaker of a language below and wish to join us in this mission, please contact us at somalia@charitable.institute
Planned and current languages include:
National & Regional Languages of the Horn of Africa:
Vital Somali Minority Languages & Dialects:
Maay
Bajuni (Ki-Bajuni Swahili), Swahili
Mushunguli
Languages for Major Other African Regions with High FGM Prevalence:
Hausa: (A key lingua franca in West Africa, especially Northern Nigeria and Niger, where FGM is practiced.)
Yoruba: (A major language in Southern Nigeria, a region with a high prevalence of FGM.)
Igbo: (Alongside Yoruba, a critical language for reaching communities in Southern Nigeria.)
Languages for International & Diaspora Outreach:
Β Please help us ensure this story speaks to everyone by donating to one of the accounts below.
Translating this work is more than just a technical exercise; it is an act of respect. It allows these vital conversations about tradition, change, and human rights to happen within communities, in the language of the home and the heart.
Your generous donation helps cover the operational costs and secure the future of our volunteer centers. These strategic hubs in Switzerland and Iceland are where our research is conducted and where stories like this one are developed and launched. By supporting them, you ensure that we can keep writing, advocating, and inspiring change.
Beneficiary: Charitable Institute, Oberaegeri, Switzerland
SWIFT (BIC): KBSZCH22XXX
IBAN Account:
CH80 0077 7009 3410 0477 7 (Euro)
CH06 0077 7009 3410 0368 4 (CHF)
CH10 0077 7009 3410 0467 9 (USD)
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