Hope in action: the heart of our mission
At YOTF, we stand with children, youth, and families facing hardship, conflict, or crisis.
Our mission is to restore dignity, hope, and opportunity by meeting urgent needs while building long-term support systems for brighter futures.
We are not bound by borders — we are driven by people.
Every initiative is grounded in equity, compassion, and an unwavering belief in human potential.
Our mission
Emergency relief, long-term support
We respond rapidly when families need us most — from distributing warm clothing to children displaced by war, to providing essential supplies and care to those navigating crisis.
At the same time, we work hand-in-hand with communities to build sustainable, locally driven support that brings long-term resilience and hope.
Our focus areas include:
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Humanitarian response to war and displacement
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Clothing and essential supply drives
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Community outreach and advocacy
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Volunteer mobilisation and local partnerships
Our work
Empowering through local connection
We believe in restoring dignity by being present on the ground, where needs are greatest. From our hometown in Stavanger to Orihuela Costa and beyond, we build bridges of trust and care between people and places.
Key initiatives:
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Coordinated local relief for families in need
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Community-based support networks
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Access to basics like clothing, hygiene, and safety resources
Principles from the UN
Future focused
global standards
Inspired by the values enshrined in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, YOTF is committed to a world where all children can grow, learn, and thrive in safety and dignity. We carry these principles into every program, every response, and every initiative.
We stand for:
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The protection and care of children in all circumstances
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Equal rights and inclusion for every child, everywhere
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Urgent, effective action in the face of humanitarian crises
Our vision for the future
A world where no child is forgotten.
We believe in a future where every child, youth, and family—no matter their background, displacement, or hardship—has the chance to grow up safe, supported, and seen.
A future rooted in dignity, inclusion, and care-driven action. This vision guides every step we take—from emergency relief to long-term rebuilding. Because real change begins when we believe in what’s possible.
Equity
We work to level the playing field by ensuring fair access to essential resources, opportunities, and support.
Solidarity
Change happens when we move together. We stand with communities through mutual care, trust, and shared responsibility.
Sustainability
Our mission isn’t just for today. We build systems that last—empowering people to rise and rebuild long after crisis subsides.
