Associations & Interest Groups

Clara Fehr-Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1952

The core activity of the company is to support women over 60 years of age with a residence in the canton of Zurich through the Clara Fehr Foundation, in particular by providing loans for the construction or maintenance of retirement homes and the granting of individual support.

Clariant Foundation 

Basel · Since 2014

Climanosco 

Zurich · Since 2015

The core activity of Climanosco is to promote the dissemination of climate science and research to the general public by providing a platform for exchange between climate scientists and citizens. This includes the publication of articles, the organization of events, and the promotion of educational projects aimed at conveying climate knowledge. Climanosco's goals are to strengthen climate science, provide climate scientists with a platform to communicate their research results, and enable direct exchange between citizens and scientists.

Club of Zürich 

Zurich · Since 2009

Club of Zürich is an association that advocates change in economic, social and political spheres. It promotes sustainable alternative values, gender equality and networking among people with these concerns, and organises regular meetings featuring short introductory talks and discussion on current topics.

Club suisse de la presse 

Chambésy · Since 1998

The core activity of the Club Suisse de la Presse – Geneva Press Club is to support and assist journalists based in Geneva, as well as to promote exchange between Swiss and international circles from the fields of economy, politics, culture and science on the one hand, and the Swiss and foreign press in the Romandy region and neighboring France on the other.

CM Kulturmanagement, Cornelia Mayinger 

Unterägeri · Since 1996

The company's core activity is the organization and implementation of meetings and activities for an international women's group, with the aim of integrating and exchanging between migrant and local women. The group provides a network of relationships, launches projects and organizes regular meetings to reduce the isolation of migrant women.

Cocon GmbH 

Zurich · Since 2022

The core activity of Cocon Family is the socio-pedagogical support of families, particularly those with a migration background, through offers such as family accompaniment, visit accompaniment, youth coaching, and socio-pedagogical family assistance (SPF). The company provides professional support in the areas of parenting assistance, integration, and multicultural approaches to promote the development of children and adolescents in their new environment and support the social participation of families.

COERESO 

Bonaduz · Since 2022

The core activity of COERESO is development cooperation between Switzerland and Rwanda, particularly through the organization of study trips and support for projects in the areas of education, job promotion and integration of refugees. The association is committed to volunteering in Rwanda and advocates for social justice, cooperative tourism and the reduction of injustice and oppression.

COLIPA SA 

Etoy · Since 2009

The core activity of Colipa is to represent and promote the interests of the European cosmetics and personal care industry. This includes ensuring the quality and safety of cosmetics and personal care products, promoting innovation and research in the industry, representing the industry in political and legislative matters at EU level, and providing information and resources to members and consumers.

Collectif d'Associations Pour l'Action Sociale (CAPAS) 

Geneva · Since 2020

The core activity of CAPAS (Collectif d'associations pour l'action sociale) is to support and coordinate social activities and projects in the Geneva region. The focus is on promoting social cohesion, supporting people in need, and strengthening partnerships between the public sector and the social sector. The activities include, among others: prevention, accompaniment, support, and medical care for people in need; promoting cooperation between social organizations and public institutions; providing information and resources for social institutions and organizations; and implementing projects and activities to promote social cohesion and social solidarity.

Colonels Club Foundation 

Küsnacht Zh · Since 2021

The core activity of the Colonels Club Foundation is to promote and support projects and initiatives that benefit society, particularly disadvantaged people. This includes supporting education and training projects, promoting independence and recognizing outstanding commitments to volunteer work. The foundation focuses on the values of autonomy, freedom, personal responsibility and solidarity, and aims to promote these in society.

Commissione paritetica cantonale dell'edilizia e del genio civile del Cantone Ticino 

Bellinzona · Since 2017

The company's core activity consists of monitoring and enforcing collective employment contracts (CCL) in various industries, particularly in the construction sector, as well as promoting vocational training and compliance with labor standards. This includes controlling compliance with employment contracts, preventing unfair competitive practices, promoting training measures, and managing guarantees.

Commission professionnelle paritaire vaudoise du nettoyage 

Paudex · Since 2005

The company's core activity is to represent and promote the interests of the building cleaning industry in Western Switzerland, particularly through the management of collective labor agreements, the conduct of inspections, the organization of training and the promotion of health and safety at work.

COMPAGNA Basel 

Basel · Since 1964

The core activity of COMPAGNA Basel includes the operation of a 3-star superior hotel called "STEINENSCHANZE STADTHOTEL" as well as the support and consulting of various target groups, such as binational couples and families, women in the sex industry, and people in need through various spin-offs and partnerships, including the "Counselling Centre for Binational Couples and Families", "Aliena – Specialist Centre for Women in the Sex Industry" and "BahnhofHilfe Basel".

Conecto ZHAW 

Winterthur · Since 2010

Conecto ZHAW connects students and companies through a job fair and an online job board. The organisation also runs career events, CV checks, workshops and provides exhibition and recruitment services for employers.

Conseil des Organisations Internationales des Sciences Médicales (CIOMS) 

Le Grand-Saconnex · Since 2019

The core activity of CIOMS (Council for International Organizations of Medical Sciences) is to promote international cooperation and harmonization in the fields of medicine, pharmacovigilance, drug safety and development. CIOMS develops guidelines, standards and recommendations for medical research, drug development and safety, and provides platforms for the exchange of information and expert knowledge between international organizations, governments, industry and patient representatives.

Conseil oecuménique des Eglises 

Le Grand-Saconnex · Since 1950

Conseil oecuménique des Eglises is an ecumenical fellowship of churches that promotes Christian unity and cooperative action on justice and peace. It coordinates programmes in areas such as education, mission and spirituality and works on issues including gender justice, care for creation, health, migration, disarmament and interreligious dialogue.

Cooperativa BAOBAB 

Bellinzona · Since 2015

The core activity of Cooperativa Baobab is to promote solidarity, social cohesion, and cultural community through various activities targeting families, young people, and children. These include: operating an intercultural library (BiblioBaobab) with multilingual offerings; organizing social and cultural events (IncontriBaobab); implementing activities for young people (GiovaniBaobab), including a mobile social and educational unit (The Social Truck); and promoting integration and social inclusion through various projects and partnerships. Cooperativa Baobab is a non-profit organization that finances its activities through donations and public funding.

Coopérative des entreprises romandes de transports publics MOVIplus SCoo 

Lausanne · Since 2016

The company develops, operates and maintains IT solutions for public transport companies, including a mobile app (Traas) and a cloud-based management system. It also supports the sale of tickets through digital channels, the enforcement of fines and the implementation of demand-responsive transport systems.

Coopérative Holstein Switzerland 

Posieux · Since 1917

The core activity of Holstein Switzerland is the breeding and improvement of Holstein cattle, as well as providing services to agriculture and animal breeding, particularly in the areas of: herd book management, artificial insemination and natural breeding, birth announcements, ancestry control, genetic data analysis, prefix allocation for breeding farms, milk performance control, and development of breeding programs (HolsteinVision). The company also offers consulting and support services to farmers and breeders, and has its own organization with various commissions and committees dealing with breeding and animal health issues.