Interest Groups

Vereinigung Schweizerischer Unternehmensjuristen 

Zurich · Since 1983

The company's core activity is the representation and advocacy of corporate lawyers in Switzerland. It is an association of lawyers specializing in corporate law, representing the interests of its members at a legal level.

Verein Schlössli Biel-Bienne 

Biel/Bienne · Since 2011

Verein Schlössli Biel-Bienne is a sponsoring association that supports and promotes outpatient and residential care for chronically ill adults. The association owns the properties, is the sole shareholder of Schlössli Biel-Bienne AG, provides the premises to the AG on a non-profit basis and makes contributions that benefit residents.

Verein zur Führung einer Zentralstelle für Kreditinformation (ZEK) 

Zurich · Since 1999

The core activity of the company ZEK (Central Office for Credit Information) is to operate an information center for consumer credit and to protect the interests of its members within the framework of the Consumer Credit Act (KKG). The association represents its members externally and has all the means to protect the association's interests. The ZEK collects and processes credit information and makes it available to its members to support them in assessing credit risks.

Verkehrsgenossenschaft der Gartenstadt - Liebefeld 

Liebefeld · Since 1919

The core activity of the company "Verkehrsgenossenschaft Gartenstadt-Liebefeld" is the organization and administration of the neighborhood, particularly the maintenance and development of the Gartenstadt-Liebefeld neighborhood, including the organization of events and activities for residents, such as flea markets and music festivals.

Von Graffenried AG Kompetenzzentrum Stiftungen 

Bern · Since 1996

Von Graffenried AG Kompetenzzentrum Stiftungen provides foundations with professional office and secretariat management and administrative support. Services include handling communications with authorities and stakeholders, coordinating annual reporting and board meetings, advising on fund incorporation within the Berner Dachstiftung Fontes, and supporting digitalisation projects such as online application platforms.

Vorsorgestiftung für das Personal der Gewerkschaft Kommunikation 

Bern · Since 1977

Walder Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1984

The core activity of the Walder Foundation is to promote projects and initiatives that focus on life and living in old age. The foundation supports projects in three main areas: 1. Building and Living: Promotion of projects aimed at improving the living and housing quality of older people. 2. Applied Research: Support for research projects that deal with the needs and challenges of older people. 3. Social: Promotion of projects aimed at promoting the social integration and participation of older people. The Walder Foundation acts as a funding foundation and financially supports projects to improve the quality of life of older people in Switzerland.

Walter-Tresch-Stiftung zur sportlichen Förderung der Gemeinde Silenen 

Silenen · Since 1974

Walter-Tresch-Stiftung zur sportlichen Förderung der Gemeinde Silenen supports sporting activities and youth athletes by providing financial grants and other forms of assistance. The foundation backs individual athletes and funds projects such as renovation and expansion of the Selderboden sports and leisure facility, renovation of the Steinmatt sports field, and annually provides a contribution to the youth of the Urner Skiverband.

Walter und Gertrud Siegenthaler Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 2003

Walter und Gertrud Siegenthaler Stiftung awards three foundation prizes each year to support early-career researchers in medicine. It provides research fellowships, a science award and return grants; the research fellowship is funded at CHF 62,500 per year and the science award at CHF 20,000.

Wangart-Gruber Stiftung 

Bern · Since 2009

The core activity of the Wangart-Gruber Foundation is to provide financial support to individuals in the canton of Bern during their vocational training, with the goal of enabling them to support themselves and their families from their own income after completing their training. This support is provided in the form of contributions to training costs, travel expenses, and accommodation, which are reimbursed directly to the invoice recipients.

Werner H. Spross-Stiftung zur Förderung der Augenheilkunde 

Zurich · Since 2001

Werner H. Spross-Stiftung zur Förderung der Augenheilkunde supports ophthalmology by funding clinical research, developing infrastructure and sponsoring education and training for eye care professionals. It runs initiatives such as the Spross Research Institute and the Spross Eye Academy and supports projects in diagnostics, surgery, prevention and patient care.

Werner H. Spross - Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 2005

The company's core activity is the promotion of ophthalmology through the support of research and education in the field of eye medicine. This includes in particular the support of the Spross Research Institute and the Spross Eye Academy.

Werner Siemens-Stiftung 

Zug · Since 2003

Werner Siemens-Stiftung supports innovation projects and talent development in the life sciences, natural sciences and engineering. It funds early-stage, application-oriented research with high application potential (TRL > 3) and aims for supported projects to become self-sustaining or to be used in practice.

Werner und Helga Degen Stiftung 

Riehen · Since 2004

Wirtschaftsforum Graubünden 

Chur · Since 1995

The core activity of the Graubünden Economic Forum is to act as an independent think tank for the canton's economic development. This includes in particular: Developing fundamental principles and recommendations for action on economic challenges in Graubünden; Implementing projects and studies on topics such as location development, commerce and industry, population structure and demographics; Raising awareness among the population, politics and economy about essential challenges and opportunities in Graubünden; Providing information and lectures on the topic of the economic location of Graubünden for the public. Overall, the Graubünden Economic Forum focuses on analyzing and shaping the economic development in Graubünden in order to improve the location conditions for the economy in the canton.

WORLD PSYCHIATRIC ASSOCIATION 

Thônex · Since 2008

The core activity of the World Psychiatric Association (WPA) is to represent and promote psychiatry on a global level. This includes: Representing 147 psychiatric societies in 123 countries and collaborating with over 250,000 psychiatrists. Developing ethical guidelines for psychiatric practice and taking positions on issues affecting psychiatric practice and the role of psychiatrists. Organizing congresses and events, such as the annual WPA World Congress of Psychiatry, regional and thematic congresses, to bring together global leaders in mental health and create forums for shared learning and collaboration. Developing educational programs, books, and regular member communications to promote training and learning in psychiatry. Publishing an official journal, World Psychiatry, as a platform for publishing research results and expert opinions in the field of psychiatry.

Zurich Impulse Forum (ZIF) 

Zurich · Since 2022

Zurich Impulse Forum (ZIF) is a communication and debate platform that brings together decision-makers from business, politics, academia and civil society. ZIF focuses on economic, economic‑policy, regulatory, political and geopolitical topics and organises four themed evening events for members each year; it can also be booked for special events.

Zuschusskasse des Personalverbandes Städtische Verkehrsbetriebe Basel 

Therwil · Since 1924

The company's core activity is the representation and advocacy of the employees of the municipal transport companies, particularly in matters of personnel policy and labor law. The company acts as a personnel association and offers services such as consulting, support and representation for its members.

Association des Agents en Fonds de Commerces 

Thônex · Since 1988

Advance Gender Equality in Business (Advance) 

Zurich · Since 2022

The company's core activity is promoting gender equality and inclusion in the business world through various offerings such as training, mentoring programs, events, and publications. The company provides specific services to support companies in improving gender equality and inclusion, including skill-building, cross-company mentoring, virtual reality training, and best practice exchange.