Empowered to change Thailand's education
An unexpected career change and a turning point, in which the Pestalozzi Children's Village played a significant role, brought Oranee Jariyapotngam to where she is today. As an employee of our Thai partner organisation, she is helping to make learning easier for children in the long term.
A summer for peace and empowerment
The "Colours of Peace" summer camp brought together 54 young people from various countries in the Middle East. In the midst of conflict and uncertainty, they found a place of self-empowerment and exchange in Trogen, where they learnt not only about peace and human rights, but also about themselves and the power of togetherness.
One Children's Village, many voices - Europe's future in dialogue
What happens when around 130 young people from nine different countries come together to discuss their perspectives, fears and needs in relation to the current challenges facing Europe?
Joint Statement to the Federal Council
The Pestalozzi Children's Foundation, together with over 60 international organizations, NGOs, foundations, representatives of the private sector and academia, appeals to the Federal Council to reconsider the withdrawal from basic education in international cooperation.
Media education and democracy
The growing use of digital media offers new opportunities for children and young people. By creating their own radio programs and podcasts, they can develop their creativity while learning how to use media responsibly.
National Children's Conference visits the Federal Parliament
Around 40 children from western and German-speaking Switzerland met with National Councillors Katharina Prelicz-Huber and Léonore Porchet at the Federal Palace as part of the national children's conference.
World Education Day – Paths to a better future
On January 24, we celebrate World Education Day and recognize its central role in peace and development. Education is a fundamental child right and crucial to achieving sustainable development goals.
Youth Conference 2024: Learning Democracy and Shaping Society
The second youth conference SGAIAR took place at the Pestalozzi Children's Village from November 25 to 29, 2024. 63 young people from three schools in the canton of St. Gallen experienced a week full of discussions and solutions to social challenges.
Know your rights, demand your rights: Children get involved in the children's conference!
More co-determination, voting from the age of 12, less homework - children demand their rights at the children's conference!