Kolping International is a globally active Catholic social organisation founded by Adolph Kolping in 1850. Today, we are represented in 60 countries with around 400,000 members and are committed to social justice, education, and sustainable development.
In quanto forte comunità di solidarietà, siamo attivi nella Chiesa, nella società e nella politica, promuovendo lo sviluppo di una società civile più giusta e partecipata. Inoltre, rappresentiamo le istanze sociali presso le Nazioni Unite (ECOSOC) e l’Organizzazione Internazionale del Lavoro (OIL), con l’obiettivo di sostenere condizioni di lavoro eque e il rispetto dei diritti umani a livello globale.
Open to all - a strong community
The values of Adolph Kolping are our foundation, but our community is open to all people who want to stand up for solidarity and social commitment. The best way to become part of Kolping is to become a member of a local Kolping Family.
Partnership and lived solidarity
Kolping Families are democratically organised and offer their members support and guidance. Particularly important are the partnerships between Kolping organisations in Europe and the Global South, which promote sustainable development and enable cultural exchange.
This creates a unique global network that strengthens cohesion and opens up new perspectives - a true global family that actively takes responsibility.
