Volksbank Salzburg donates 3,000 euros to Austrian Doctors.
3,000 euros for a better future: Volksbank Salzburg supports Austrian Doctors and our work towards sustainable development and creating new opportunities for people in the Global South.
For many people, education is the best way to build a better future. This is why Austrian Doctors has been supporting schools in the underprivileged areas of Dhaka for over 30 years. The largest school is Manda School with around 1,200 children.
Nearly 40 years ago Brother Ephrem had the dream of creating a school for the poorest children in the poor sister city of Calcutta, Howrah. After 35 years the demand is still very high.
The Nursery School in Awasi, Kenya, is a daycare center for the youngest children in the area. The children can be carefree and safe there. They are allowed to play and are supervised by trained teachers.
Our new medical project opened on the first floor of our training center in Dhaka in February 2023. It treats up to 300 patients a week and has its own pharmacy.
Together with our partner organization Kamina Social Welfare Society we provide medical care for those who no one else can help. In addition to general health checks, eye and dental check-ups are also offered in these camps.
The issue of inadequate basic medical care is a major concern in Kenya. Some of the biggest challenges include HIV, malnutrition, malaria, and FGM – to name just a few. At both of our project sites in Kenya we are therefore also actively engaged in providing medical support.
3,000 euros for a better future: Volksbank Salzburg supports Austrian Doctors and our work towards sustainable development and creating new opportunities for people in the Global South.
Our social workers and Rain Workers promote health, children’s rights and education in Kenya through awareness-raising, home visits and personal support, giving families new opportunities and hope for the future.
During this information evening, you will receive a clear and easy-to-understand overview of the legal framework surrounding wills, inheritance law, compulsory shares, and legacy giving in Austria. An experienced legal expert will answer these and many other questions free of charge.
Salzburg Premiere! On 16 September, we will present our new film, “The Austrian Doctors in Kenya – Where Help Creates a Future”, at Das Kino! The footage was filmed during a project visit to Kenya in autumn 2025 and offers insights into the work and impact of the Austrian Doctors on the ground.