About Us – GLAD

Who we are

The German Lao Association for Development (GLAD) operates under the umbrella of the international NGO Deutsch Laotische Gesellschaft e.V. Germany (DLG). However, GLAD functions with complete financial and organizational independence.

GLAD received its first operation permit on April 18, 2012. Our establishment stems from a 2006 German Development Service (DED) and Deutsch Laotische Gesellschaft (DLG) e.V. initiative in Berlin. We collaborate with esteemed partners such as the Schmitz Foundation (WPSS), Solidaritätdienst International e.V. (SODI), Weltfriedensdienst (WFD), Mirja-Sachs-Foundation (MSS), Kindermissionswerk (KMW), Stiftung Nord-Sued Bruecken (SNSB), and the German Embassy. We offer various services to these partners, acting as their local representatives to facilitate the successful execution of local projects. Our partnerships have led to numerous successful initiatives, which you can explore [here]

GLAD’s | Services

At GLAD, we enable our partners realize impactful projects in Laos without needing their staff or representatives on the ground. By leveraging our extensive experience and local expertise, our partners can effectively support and uplift local communities through our dedicated team.

Comprehensive Project Support and Management

Fund Management & Project Cycle
Management: We handle all aspects of fund management and oversee the entire project cycle.

From Start to Finish: We accompany each project from initiation through to evaluation, ensuring thorough and accurate execution.

Local Expertise & Network: Our extensive experience and local contacts guarantee precise project implementation and accountability.

Diverse Partnerships: We collaborate with various partners to bring a wide range of impactful projects to life.

GLAD’s | Vision

A Lao society that flourishes at the grassroot level through cultural and participative development initiatives.

GLAD’s | Mission

The goal is to promote cultural and development relations between Germany and Laos in line with the Sustainable Development Goals.

GLAD’s | Objectives

Foster Germany-Laos Partnerships:

Build strong partnerships between Germany and Laos to support grassroots participative development initiatives.

Empower Communities:

Enhance community capacity by identifying and addressing their needs, focusing on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including poverty eradication, access to clean water, education, gender equality, and health.