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To discover the organisation in 1 minute: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJaSSeHFG5U

Petits Frères des Pauvres (PFP) is apolitical, non-denominational and recognized as a public utility. Since 1946, its mission is to fight against the isolation and loneliness of the elderly, especially the most disadvantaged. Through their actions, the volunteers recreate social links enabling isolated seniors to regain a taste for life and reconnect with society.

The organization also raises awarness among general public in order to change the way people look at old age and gives voice to the elderly, who are not heard enough in our societies (see the spots for the international day of the elderly: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1mr_0cqpj28 ; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIQpHIzYDdQ).

The organisation promotes fundamental values: the unique and irreplaceable value of every human being, the dignity of every man and woman, whatever their origin, their social situation, their physical or psychological health, the fundamental freedom of each person, fraternity and fidelity.

2021 figures:
- 15,000 volunteers in France
- 400 local teams, 12 regional offices
- 31,968 elderly people helped
- 361 employees whose role is to encourage, equip and support volunteer dynamics

It belongs to the International Federation of Petits Frères des Pauvres, which has 10 members and 4 partners: www.petitsfreres.org