Ulrich Wickert Stiftung

The Ulrich Wickert Foundation is a trust foundation under the umbrella of the Stiftung Hilfe mit Plan. It was established in 2011 by journalist and author Ulrich Wickert and supports long-term self-help initiatives for girls and boys in Plan partner countries. The foundation's primary focus is the promotion of media work by children and youth worldwide, as well as raising public awareness of children's rights in accordance with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Once a year, the foundation awards the Ulrich Wickert Prize for Children's Rights to journalists who report with nuance and independence on the living conditions and rights of girls and boys in developing and crisis regions.

The Ulrich Wickert Foundation is committed to ensuring that girls and boys can realize their rights in the areas of education, health, protection, and participation – as stipulated by the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Through long-term self-help projects and an annually awarded journalism prize, the foundation aims to raise societal awareness of children's rights and empower young people to advocate for their rights.

The funding and award programs of the Ulrich Wickert Foundation are aimed, on the one hand, at journalists and media professionals who draw attention to violations and advancements of children's rights worldwide through reports and contributions. On the other hand, the foundation supports children and young people in Plan partner countries, particularly through media projects and long-term aid measures, to strengthen their opportunities for participation and their self-confidence.