In a world where collaboration is key to addressing global challenges, Tzu Chi has been at the forefront of forming meaningful partnerships with non-governmental organizations (NGOs). These alliances are pivotal in advancing sustainable development goals and providing humanitarian aid to those in need. Through shared resources and a unified vision, Tzu Chi and its partners strive to create a more compassionate and sustainable world. 

In 2023, Tzu Chi collaborated with over 30 global organizations to provide aid in disaster-affected regions. As a special consultative member of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) since 2010, Tzu Chi is deeply involved in global decision-making processes, ensuring that its actions align with the SDGs and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. 

Global Partnerships for Sustainability and Climate Action 

Tzu Chi's commitment to sustainability extends beyond immediate relief, focusing on long-term environmental stewardship and climate resilience. Since 1991, Tzu Chi has championed sustainable practices, integrating environmental consciousness into disaster response and daily life. Collaborating with NGOs worldwide, Tzu Chi promotes responsible consumption and plant-based living as solutions to pressing environmental challenges. 

At COP28 in Dubai, Tzu Chi actively participated in discussions on climate action and food security. LEFT: On December 8, Tzu Chi Foundation CEO Yen Po-Wen and Mozambique volunteer Dino Foi connected virtually from Jing Si Abode to join a panel on food security, faith, and technology. RIGHT: Tzu Chi volunteer Mei-Feng Lin shared Dharma Master Cheng Yen’s environmental philosophy, advocating for climate action and a plant-based lifestyle as key solutions. | Dubai | 2023/12/08 

In 2023, Tzu Chi's dedication was showcased at COP28 in Dubai, where they joined nearly 200 countries to discuss global carbon reduction, fossil fuel limitations, and the "Loss and Damage Fund." These dialogues also addressed the link between climate change, refugees, and food security, emphasizing faith-based solutions and interfaith collaboration.  

Beyond COP28, Tzu Chi continues to participate in key international forums and UN conferences, such as the UN Climate Week, UN High-Level Political Forum (HLPF), and regional sustainability summits. These engagements allow Tzu Chi to amplify Buddhist environmental values, collaborate with global partners, and drive action for a more sustainable world. 

Interfaith and Cultural Partnerships

Tzu Chi actively collaborates with faith-based organizations to deliver aid and foster interfaith dialogue. These partnerships strengthen humanitarian cooperation across religious communities. At the 2023 Parliament of the World’s Religions in Chicago, Tzu Chi joined over 80 countries and 210 religions in forums like "The Life of Buddha" and "Green Buddhism: Turning Trash into Treasure." A Buddhist prayer room hosted a Buddha bathing ceremony led by Dharma masters from Jing Si Abode, showcasing Tzu Chi’s humanitarian mission. 

The 2023 Parliament of the World’s Religions gathered organizations from over 80 countries, representing more than 210 different religions, indigenous beliefs, and folk faiths. | Chicago, USA | 2023/08/14 

At the closing of the Parliament, Ven. Dharma Master Cheng Yen delivered a video address titled “Purifying Minds for a Peaceful World.” Speaking from Jing Si Abode in Hualien, Taiwan, she shared a heartfelt message on the unifying power of love in all religions, emphasizing: 

“The core essence of all religions is love. With love, we can inspire the materially poor to become spiritually wealthy. The purpose of each and every religion is to purify hearts and bring peace to the world. Only then can a Pure Land on Earth be possible. When every one of us shares the same heart, we can head in the same direction and accomplish what we aspire to do.” 

Master Cheng Yen’s message resonated with attendees, reinforcing Tzu Chi’s commitment to global harmony and collective action for a better world. 

Empowering Women and Advancing Gender Equality 

Tzu Chi's participation in the 69th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) at the United Nations Headquarters in New York highlighted its commitment to gender equality and women's empowerment. As an ECOSOC-accredited NGO, Tzu Chi joined global delegates to advocate for transformative change through vocational education and holistic strategies. The event underscored the power of faith, compassion, and shared purpose in creating a more just and inclusive future. 

LEFT: Cecelia Ong shared inspiring stories of vocational training in India and Nepal. Changing mindsets is tough, but all transformation starts with purifying the heart. | USA | 2025/3/19 RIGHT: Akhtari, a student of Tzu Chi’s sewing class in Bodh Gaya learns to sew organza bags. | India | 2024/12/09

Throughout these events, Tzu Chi emphasized the importance of collective action and shared values in addressing global challenges. By empowering women and girls, supporting local communities, and using storytelling, Tzu Chi continues to build a world where gender justice and climate justice are realities. These efforts remind us that change is possible when we work together, paving the way for a more just, sustainable, and compassionate future for all. 

Humanitarian Aid and Emergency Response 

Tzu Chi has partnered with numerous organizations worldwide to provide critical humanitarian aid, ensuring disaster survivors, refugees, and marginalized populations receive essential support. 

COVID-19 Aid: Global Humanitarian Response

Tzu Chi sent flour, rice, millet, and over 10,000 medical masks to nuns at the Missionaries of Charity, who distributed the aid to those in need in India. | India | 2020/04/01 - 2020/08/31 

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Tzu Chi partnered with organizations such as Médecins du Monde (Doctors of the World), Missionaries of Charity, and Camillian Disaster Service International to provide relief to vulnerable communities worldwide. 

Volunteers distribute aid in southern India, partnering with St. Camillians to support impoverished families during the COVID-19 pandemic. | India | 2020/05/08 - 2020/05/31

Refugee Aid: Supporting Displaced Communities

Tzu Chi is committed to assisting refugees and displaced populations through partnerships with organizations such as UNICEF, Salesians of Don Bosco, CADIS, Polish Women Can Foundation and IsraAID. These collaborations focus on delivering food, medical care, and education to those affected by conflicts and humanitarian crises. 

Following the Russia-Ukraine war, large numbers of refugees fled to Moldova. In partnership with IsraAID, Tzu Chi has been providing humanitarian aid to displaced families. At the Palanca border, Tzu Chi volunteers supported refugees at UNICEF’s "Blue Dot" hubs, which offer food, shelter, legal aid, counseling, and family reunification services to help children and families rebuild their lives. | 2022/05/24 

Disaster Relief Efforts

In times of natural and man-made disasters, Tzu Chi's swift response and collaboration with local and international partners ensure that affected communities receive timely and respectful assistance. 

After a fire in Freetown, Sierra Leone, Tzu Chi, alongside the Alliance for Service to Humanity, Caritas, Healey Foundation, and Lanyi Foundation, provided daily hot meals to 1,575 displaced individuals from May 13 to June 2. LEFT: Volunteers offer hot meals with respect. RIGHT: Volunteers share storybooks with children affected by the fire. | Sierra Leone | 2024/05/25 

Tzu Chi's active role in global forums, sustainability efforts, and humanitarian partnerships highlights its dedication to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through global collaborations, responsible consumption, and social equity advocacy, Tzu Chi continues to broaden its global impact. Looking ahead, Tzu Chi aims to strengthen these initiatives, contributing to a more just, sustainable, and compassionate world. 

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