TIEN'HAMMA e.V.

Educate for an inclusive future

Get involved to ensure that every child in Burkina Faso has equal access to quality education — regardless of their background.

120
Children sponsored across the Eastern Region of Burkina Faso
99%
Of every euro goes directly to education programs
Larba Nadieba, Co-Founder & Chairperson
Since 2023 · Nuremberg · Burkina Faso
Education, equity, and resilience.
Who we are

A non-profit working alongside communities — not for them.

TIEN'HAMMA e.V. is a Nuremberg-based non-profit committed to the children of Burkina Faso's Eastern Region. We sponsor schooling for displaced and disadvantaged children, and partner with at-risk youth to offer real alternatives to violent extremism.

Larba Nadieba, Co-Founder & Chairperson
"We believe that education is the key to unlocking a world of opportunities."
Larba Nadieba
Co-Founder & Chairperson

Our mission is to empower and transform the lives of children in Burkina Faso by ensuring they have equal access to quality education — regardless of their background or circumstances.

For the 2024–2025 school year, we cover school fees and meals for 120 socially disadvantaged and internally displaced primary and secondary children — for the next three years. Our EXIT 10 program works with 10 at-risk youth to offer training in agriculture, sewing, masonry, and mechanics: a path away from radicalization, into productive lives.

120
Children currently sponsored
3 yrs
Of schooling guaranteed per child
10
Youth in our deradicalization program
99%
Of funds reach the field
Our values

What we stand for.

Four principles guide every decision we make — from which child we sponsor to which partner we work with.

Equality

Equal access to quality education. We work to eliminate the systemic barriers that exclude girls, displaced children, and the rural poor.

Empowerment

Transforming lives through education and vocational skills — equipping youth with the tools to shape their own future.

Collaboration

Real change is built with — not for — communities. We partner with local schools, mayors, donors, and NGOs.

Resilience

Burkina Faso's Eastern Region faces extreme adversity. Our work centers the strength of the people who already live there.

Active campaigns

Two campaigns. One mission.

Choose a campaign that speaks to you — or split your gift between the two. Every contribution is meticulously tracked and reported back to you.

SOONGDO 200 — children in a classroom SOONGDO 200

Sponsor 200 children by 2026

Expand our sponsorship program to support 200 children from disadvantaged and internally displaced families — covering school fees, uniforms, books, and learning materials.

€19.100 raised Goal €20.000
EXIT 10 — vocational training in Burkina Faso EXIT 10

Alternatives to radicalization for 10 youth

Community outreach that raises awareness about the dangers of radicalization, paired with vocational training in agriculture, sewing, masonry, and mechanics for 10 at-risk young people.

€12.000 raised Goal €12.500
Get involved

Three ways to be part of the change.

Whether you have time, expertise, or resources to share — there is a place for you in our work.

Sponsor a child

A direct, meaningful way to make a difference. By sponsoring a child, you cover school fees, materials, and nutritious meals — ensuring no child is left behind. Your sponsorship can change a life forever.

Become a sponsor

Partner with us

Partnerships are the cornerstone of our impact. If your organization shares our vision, together we can amplify efforts and reach more children — through financial support, shared resources, or joint initiatives.

Discuss a partnership

Volunteer

Whether you are a teacher, mentor, fundraiser, or community organizer — your skills, time, and energy make a profound impact. Join our team of dedicated volunteers.

Join the team
News & stories

From the field.

Campaign updates, classroom moments, and the lives changing because of you.

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Local roots. Shared commitment.