A shared future in a just world

For 65 years, KAAD has been supporting students and young professionals from the Global South with scholarships, educational and networking activities so that they can take on leadership roles in the social and cultural development of their countries.

Preserving creation

The preservation of creation combined with a global socio-ecological transformation is one of the fundamental concerns of KAAD's work.

Religions in dialog

The fruitful exchange between members of different religions and denominations is at the heart of KAAD's support and alumni work.

Global health

Health and well-being is one of the central goals for sustainable development. For KAAD and its networks, global health and public health is a priority area

Cultural Heritage

The diverse cultural heritage in the different regions of the world is an expression of the history and identity of the local people - and at the same time a treasure that is important for all of humanity.

Promoting peace and the common good

The promotion of peace and the common good is the fundamental concern of KAAD's sponsorship and alumni work. By supporting change agents, KAAD promotes and strengthens civil society structures, human rights, good governance and leadership, and ultimately democracies.

Become part of our worldwide network

Benefit from scholarships, educational events and personal and spiritual support - take on leadership roles in the social and cultural development of your country.

We are the KAAD

As a scholarship organization of the Catholic Church in Germany, the KAAD supports young professionals from Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and Eastern Europe through academic (postgraduate) studies and research stays - with the aim of enabling them to take on leadership roles in the social, technical and cultural development of their countries.

Social responsibility and church commitment are important to us as the basis of our support.

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