HELVETAS Laos

Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation (HELVETAS) is a development and humanitarian organization operating in approximately 35 countries. It has been active in Laos since 2001, Myanmar since 2013, and Vietnam since 1994.

Vision

A just world where all women and men can shape their own lives with dignity and security while using environmental resources sustainably.

Mission

HELVETAS supports disadvantaged women, men, and communities in developing and transitioning countries across the Global South and East. We work to enhance their living conditions in a sustainable way, empowering them to take control of their own futures. Through our initiatives, we promote equitable access to resources, services, and income, contributing to the Agenda 2030 and addressing the root causes of poverty and marginalization.

Key Focus Areas

HELVETAS integrates economic, environmental, and social sustainability into its approach, focusing on three core areas:

1. Skills, Jobs, and Income—Learn more
2. Water, Food, and Climate—Learn more
3. Voice, Inclusion, and Cohesion—Learn more

By combining expertise across these areas, HELVETAS fosters sustainable private sector development, ensuring long-term impact for communities.