Flourishing people and communities
Dorcas is a Christian organisation with biblical values. In our work, we see a world where poverty, exclusion and crisis marginalise people. We also see the potential of these people and their communities to flourish despite their difficult circumstances.
We believe in the value and God-given potential of every single person. We are called to demonstrate God’s love for those in need. This is how we follow Jesus Christ.
PEOPLE
those we are able to support through our programmes
COUNTRIES
where we bring hope to the lives of marginalise people, those in need.
VOLUNTEERS
the people that donate their time and talents to Dorcas
What we believe
We believe in the value and God-given potential of every single person. We are called to demonstrate God’s love for those in need. This is how we follow Jesus Christ.
What we see
We see a world where poverty, exclusion and crisis marginalise people. We also see the potential of these people and their communities to flourish despite their difficult circumstances.
What we do
We fight poverty, exclusion and crisis. We empower marginalised people and communities to flourish. This is how we follow Jesus Christ.
Empower people who are marginalised
We empower people who are marginalised to develop their talents. And we enable disadvantaged communities to flourish. We equip individuals and communities to promote and ensure participation of all.
Realise sustainable change
We create hope and long-term perspectives in volatile and complex situations. We meet people’s basic needs in times of crisis and increase their ability to overcome poverty and exclusion. We persist despite frequent setbacks and invest in durable relationships to realise sustainable change.
Engage in a global movement
We are part of a global movement of individuals and organisations working for a just and fair world. We recognise and appreciate everybody who supports our work. And we actively partner with others to create synergy and amplify our impact.
How we work
Accountable
We do what we say, work transparently and use resources wisely.
Compassionate
We see those in need and stand next to them.
Determined
We have an entrepreneurial spirit and do not give up.
Locally led
We work through local leadership, staff and partners.
Our History
We are Dorcas. A powerful and effective combination of staff and volunteers in the Netherlands and abroad.