As Europe’s largest pharmaceutical aid organization action medeor has been striving to improve healthcare for people worldwide, in particular in countries of the Global South, for more than 60 years. Its headquarters are located in the city of Tönisvorst, in the lower-rhine region in Germany. From here, healthcare facilities in approximately 100 countries in Africa, Latin America and Asia receive medical aid. In case of natural disasters and emergencies, action medeor is able to provide pharmaceuticals, medical equipment and instruments within just a few hours. In addition, action medeor carries out international health projects together with local partners, focussing on prevention, diagnostics and treatment, as well as health-related topics such as WASH and food security. In its role as a pharmaceutical consultant, action medeor is involved in the training of health personnel, the equipment of laboratories and the construction of local production facilities for pharmaceuticals. Approximately half of the pharmaceuticals and medical requisites sent to health facilities are financed by donations, partly as contributions from pharmaceutical companies. Many other companies have begun a partnership with action medeor within the framework of their CSR-engagement.