Christian Steiner

Father of two girls | CEO @HelvetasUSA | EVP Philanthropy SACCSoCal | Poverty abolitionist | Sustainability enthusiast | views my own

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

@Buurmann Say it louder for all the fanatics in the back (those with moral superiority complex)

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

@BoegerNathan @wayotworld So you’re German and you identify as Swiss from Appenzell?

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

You can tell you live in a gem of a neighborhood when your street-side library is rocking a copy of 'Thirst' by @scottharrison. It's not just about sharing a good read; it's about spreading positive energy and rallying behind an awesome cause with @charitywater.

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

Deep thanks to @charitywater ❤️ from our team, partners and people in #Nepal. Your supporters' generous response to the call for aid is making a real difference for those who've lost everything in the #earthquake. Help is arriving! 🙏🏽
@HelvetasUSA

[charity: water @charitywater]

Today, we’re grieving with our friends and colleagues in Nepal.

As you may have heard, a powerful earthquake struck northern Nepal on Friday, November 3, with aftershocks following in the days since. The epicenter was in Jajarkot, a district we’ve been working in with Helvetas for the past five years.

We are grateful to report that our local partner teams are safe. However, early reports show considerable damage: More than 150 people have died, many structures have collapsed, and some roads have been blocked by landslides, making search and rescue efforts challenging.

Prabin Manandhar, Country Director of Helvetas Nepal, shared, “The affected regions are among the poorest areas of Nepal. Winter is coming soon and it is already very cold at higher altitudes. The people will urgently need more help to get through the winter.”

While charity: water is not equipped to handle crisis response outside of providing emergency water, sanitation, and hygiene services within our active working areas and repairing any broken projects in communities we’ve supported, our local partner Helvetas is more than ready to answer the call.

Helvetas has been active in Nepal for almost 70 years. They have more than 200 local employees and connections with a robust network of local authorities and partner organizations, and can therefore act quickly.

We are always grateful to partner with incredible teams like Helvetas Nepal, but especially so in moments like these. We will remain in close contact in the days and weeks to come and will do all we can to support their efforts on the ground. If you would like to directly support Helvetas’ relief efforts, you can do so at https://t.co/if5friaM8q.

Photo: Keystone/AP Photo/Niranjan Shrestha

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

Thank you all for your support! Emergency response is progressing well but some areas are still not accessible.

[charity: water @charitywater]

Today, we’re grieving with our friends and colleagues in Nepal.

As you may have heard, a powerful earthquake struck northern Nepal on Friday, November 3, with aftershocks following in the days since. The epicenter was in Jajarkot, a district we’ve been working in with Helvetas for the past five years.

We are grateful to report that our local partner teams are safe. However, early reports show considerable damage: More than 150 people have died, many structures have collapsed, and some roads have been blocked by landslides, making search and rescue efforts challenging.

Prabin Manandhar, Country Director of Helvetas Nepal, shared, “The affected regions are among the poorest areas of Nepal. Winter is coming soon and it is already very cold at higher altitudes. The people will urgently need more help to get through the winter.”

While charity: water is not equipped to handle crisis response outside of providing emergency water, sanitation, and hygiene services within our active working areas and repairing any broken projects in communities we’ve supported, our local partner Helvetas is more than ready to answer the call.

Helvetas has been active in Nepal for almost 70 years. They have more than 200 local employees and connections with a robust network of local authorities and partner organizations, and can therefore act quickly.

We are always grateful to partner with incredible teams like Helvetas Nepal, but especially so in moments like these. We will remain in close contact in the days and weeks to come and will do all we can to support their efforts on the ground. If you would like to directly support Helvetas’ relief efforts, you can do so at https://t.co/if5friaM8q.

Photo: Keystone/AP Photo/Niranjan Shrestha

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

Deeply impressed by the tremendous work done by all the laureates of the ⁦@hiltonfound⁩ prize. Congrats ⁦@OneAcreFund⁩ for this important recognition! ⁦@HelvetasUSA⁩

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

Israel Has Never Needed to Be Smarter Than in This Moment https://t.co/2HY9lDMGF7

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

@HelvetasUSA 📅 Oct 31: @Helvetas' Symposium, a free hybrid event, tackling authoritarianism and defending civic engagement. Register: https://t.co/23vqVKcw2Q

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

Civic space is under threat, and it's crucial we take action. At #CADF2023, activists wore "No Photos" buttons, highlighting the risks they face. Their bravery was inspiring. Join me in these vital conversations with @HelvetasUSA :

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📅 Oct 17: Global Philanthropy Forum Happy Hour hosted by @HelvetasUSA at Swissnex SF. Talks by Maja Stojanović and Jesper Lauridsen. Learn more: https://t.co/CHIcXWLtRR

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

The Central America Donors Forum (CADF) is our beacon of Courage, Advocacy, Determination, and Fortitude. Together, we pave the way for a brighter future! 🌟 ¡Gracias @SeaIF for an unforgettable #CADF2023!#CentralAmericaStrong

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

I am thrilled to be attending #CADF2023 next week, to explore collaborations and foster new connections. Eager to reunite with familiar faces and meet fellow advocates dedicated to positive change in Central America! 🤝 #SupportCentralAmerica #CollectiveImpact @SeaIF @HelvetasUSA

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

Excited to host a happy hour at #GPF2023! 🎉 Join @HelvetasUSA on Oct 17 at @Swissnex, San Francisco! Let’s forge new relationships & dive into enriching conversations with Maja Stojanovic @maja018 & Jesper Elias Lauridsen! 🌐🤝 #Changemakers #Philanthropy

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

This: “Youth don’t need more training, they need environmental and climate justice.” A clear and strong call by @CKwauk at the #YEO2023 conference hosted by @MakingCentsIntl

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

The 2023 Global #YEO Summit is starting! I’m so thrilled that our @Helvetas colleagues and partners from Eastern Europe and Nepal could get the visas and join us here in Washington DC. #YEO2030 #GYEOSummit

[Helvetas @Helvetas]

Explore promising & scalable solutions for rural mobility in an article by @steinerchris & Christina Barstow from @HelvetasUSA, Susan Bornstein & Alisha Myers from @PowerOfBicycles & @abbienoriega from @B2P for @SSIReview👇🏽
https://t.co/F4BsmHBK2b

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

I enjoy hearing my colleague Lucien Blaser elaborate on how @HelvetasCH crafted a precise and comprehensive perspective of the future WASH #system operations in Haiti. Unfortunately, numerous INGO initiatives still commence without a clearly defined exit strategy #ASC2023

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

« We’re still loosing 5 million infants per year, largely because of lack of access to clean water. » @daktari1 #CrimesAgainstHumanity #solvableproblems #asc23

[Christian Steiner @steinerchris]

We can't wait for the 2023 Global YEO Summit by @MakingCentsIntl!
Focused on:
1️⃣ Global Workforce readiness 2️⃣ Self-Employment & entrepreneurship 3️⃣ Future of youth opportunities shaped by global context
Excited for connections & collaborations! More info: https://t.co/NRfVa9doL4

[HELVETAS USA @HelvetasUSA]

Our research partners & grantees, @NorthwesternU & @UNC, are helping @Helvetas’ #WASH programs in #Nepal & #Madagascar look beyond water infrastructure performance to understand water insecurity experiences at the household level.

Initial results ⏬ https://t.co/9SGMrW0Efx