Who we are

About ADRA Europe

ADRA Europe, based in Brussels, is the regional office of the Adventist Development and Relief Agency. We support and coordinate a network of around 30 national ADRA offices across Europe, strengthening humanitarian and development action within the region and contributing to global impact.

ADRA works in more than 120 countries worldwide, delivering emergency relief and long-term development cooperation. Our work is guided by a clear commitment to justice, compassion, and love expressed through practical, effective action. We serve people in need regardless of ethnicity, political affiliation, gender, or religious background.

Rooted in the Christian values of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, ADRA is part of a global faith-based movement with a long-standing commitment to health, education, and community service. Faith inspires our motivation to serve; professionalism shapes how we do it.

Across Europe and beyond, ADRA works closely with local communities, organisations, and public authorities to ensure programmes are culturally relevant, accountable, and sustainable. By prioritising local leadership, we help build capacity and support lasting change.

ADRA’s strength lies in its people and partnerships. Thousands of volunteers, congregations, and community members support local initiatives and emergency responses, enabling ADRA to respond rapidly, remain present in communities, and collaborate effectively with local partners.

Together with governments, private donors, foundations, and businesses, ADRA Europe helps turn shared compassion into meaningful, measurable impact for people who need it most.