WHO WE ARE

OUR MISSION:

People in Peril supports people affected by conflicts, natural disasters or poverty to live dignified lives in inclusive societies. We respond in sudden emergencies and support the long-term development of communities and societies in Slovakia and abroad.

OUR VISION:

Our vision is that all people can lead dignified lives where each individual has their basic needs met, enjoys fundamental human rights, and is treated with respect, and that all people can participate in inclusive societies that actively promote equality, embrace diversity, and celebrate all voices.

OUR VALUES:

Equality: We believe in Equality, that all people have inherent rights and deserve to have their basic needs met, enabling them to live in a dignified manner.

Humanity: We believe in Humanity, supporting all affected people, regardless of background and identity, with an emphasis on supporting the most vulnerable.

Empowerment: We work toward Empowerment, enabling people to live according to their potential, wishes, and needs.

Professionalism: We adhere to Professionalism, committed to high standards of competence, ethical behaviour, technical expertise, adherence to international standards, and iterative learning in all aspects of work.

Partnerships: We work through Partnerships, cooperating with local communities, academia, governments, private sector, NGOs, and other stakeholders to achieve common goals.

Accountability and Transparency: We ensure Accountability and Transparency, being open and honest about actions, decisions, and resource allocations with all stakeholders, including the affected populations.

People in Peril is a non-governmental, non-profit organization which aims to direct support to those who need it most. We lend a helping hand to people who are deprived of dignity and freedom by various circumstances outside of their control. From those who suffer the consequences of war, to victims of natural disasters, or those living under the undemocratic regimes.

Our beginnings date back to 1999 when we were founded by a group of journalists moved by their experiences of the devastating consequences of the conflict in Kosovo on civilians there. Their spontaneous humanitarian response recognised a need to establish an organisation to respond to emerging crises in the world. Until 2016 we functioned as a civic association. We do not only operate abroad. From the very beginning of our work, we have helped people in crises in Slovakia. We also support people from excluded communities who are pushed to the margins of society by poverty there. We work with small children and adults, we educate, provide job counselling, teach financial literacy, assist clients in building decent housing and push for changes in public policies where necessary to support these objectives. Through educational activities, we also contribute to building a more open, tolerant and inclusive society in Slovakia. Our work is divided into 3 fundamental areas: Development Cooperation & Humanitarian Aid, Social Inclusion and Global Education. The One World documentary film festival – one of the organisation’s flagship enjoys a particularly special status.