Creating a culture without poverty
ATD Fourth World - All together in dignity
Building transformative relationships with people in poverty
ATD Fourth World is a movement of solidarity and action that centers the people who are most excluded around the world. People from all backgrounds are invited to think and act together, respecting the dignity of everyone. People in poverty have unique knowledge and experiences. Their participation is fundamental in any effort to create a world without poverty, where each person is a vital part of building their community.
What We Do
ATD Fourth World’s projects are shaped by our goals: relationship-building with people in poverty to transform ourselves, our communities, our organization, and our society at large. All our programs are designed to reach out to and engage with people living in persistent poverty in ways that uphold the dignity of each person.
Reach Out & Be Present
Outreach and relationship-building with people whose lives are most impacted by the injustices of poverty as well as with powerful people who could be influenced by collaborating with them.
Change the Narrative on Poverty
The expertise of people with lived experience of poverty influencing their communities, professional practices and government policies.
Build Individual Capacity & Community
In partnership with those who will benefit the most, developing programs which increase individual capacity and build community.
Grow Our Reach with Activism
ATD Fourth World Activists who are long-time participants taking a lead to reach out to and build relationships with others deeply impacted by poverty, beginning a new cycle and creating new programs.
“Wherever men and women are condemned to live in extreme poverty, human rights are violated. To come together to ensure that these rights be respected is our solemn duty.”
Joseph Wresinski, Founder of ATD Fourth World
Poverty is broader and deeper than income level.
Persistent poverty is not simply a “poor people’s” problem. We are all part of the solution.
Build a world toward justice and dignity for all.
ATD Fourth World supports people from all backgrounds to stand up united to respect the dignity of all people. All of us can be part of this work in our daily lives. Want to work to build a better world? There are many ways you can contribute.
