The Salvation Army is an evangelical Christian organisation founded in 1865 in the British Isles. Its stated mission is to preach the gospel and meet human needs, motivated by Christian ministry and the love of God. The organisation operates across 134 countries worldwide, serving millions of people annually.
The Salvation Army's network includes churches, social service centres, hospitals, and schools. Its workforce includes trained, commissioned officers who serve as administrators, social workers, counsellors, and musicians, supported globally by hundreds of thousands of soldiers and volunteers.
The organisation's activities span religious services, social services, healthcare, and education, with operations supervised by commissioned officers and supported by a large volunteer base.
