Associations & Interest Groups

scienceindustries 

Zurich · Since 1944

The company's core activity is to represent and promote the interests of the Swiss chemical, pharmaceutical and life science industries through various services, publications, events and political activities. The company offers, among other things, vocational training, export risk insurance, AHV compensation fund and family compensation fund, and publishes studies, industry tickers and newsletters. It also represents the interests of its members in political and economic matters and promotes the competitiveness of the Swiss economy.

SMG Schweizerische Missions-Gemeinschaft 

Winterthur · Since 2017

SMG Schweizerische Missions-Gemeinschaft is a Christian missionary and relief organisation that arranges mission assignments, supports partner organisations and provides personnel, financial and donation services.

Smiling Gecko 

Dübendorf · Since 2023

The core activity of Smiling Gecko is humanitarian aid and development cooperation, particularly in the areas of education, agriculture, crafts, culture and emergency aid. The company operates a campus project that includes a school, a kindergarten, agricultural and craft facilities, a cultural center and a resort. In addition, it provides humanitarian emergency aid and promotes community development.

Sonos Schweizerischer Hörbehindertenverband 

Winterthur · Since 2015

Sonos Schweizerischer Hörbehindertenverband is an umbrella organisation that advocates for the rights and social participation of people with hearing impairments. It provides information, campaigns and services including early intervention, education and vocational training, support for work and continuing education, housing for older people, and projects for sign-language learning and accessibility.

Spendenstiftung SGO 

Samedan · Since 2013

Steyler Missionsprokur 

Steinhausen · Since 1977

St. Galler Bauernverband 

Flawil · Since 1998

The company's core activity is to support and advise farming families and farmers in various areas, including business management, insurance, legal issues, education and public relations. The company also offers specific services such as coaching, job placement and farm projects. It is a kind of professional association or interest group for agriculture in Switzerland.

Stiftung Adulta 

Pratteln 1 · Since 2007

The core activity of the Stiftung Adulta company is to support and accompany people with disabilities, particularly those with cognitive impairments. The company offers a range of services, including housing, employment and participation in social life. It operates several locations in Switzerland, including residential homes, workshops and employment facilities, to enable people with disabilities to lead a self-determined and individual life.

Stiftung für Weiterbildung und Sozialfürsorge zugunsten des Verbandes und der Mitglieder des Metzgereipersonal-Verbandes der Schweiz 

Zurich · Since 1978

The Swiss Butchers' Association (MPV) is a professional association that represents the interests of employees in the Swiss meat and convenience industry. The core activity of the MPV is to promote the working conditions and professional development of its members, provide legal protection in labor law disputes, and represent the social interests of its members. The MPV also supports the improvement of industry-specific social institutions and maintains collegial relations with other professional associations.

Stiftung Horyzon 

Olten · Since 2008

The core activity of Horyzon is to support and promote young people in the Global South, particularly in the countries of Haiti, Colombia, Palestine, Uganda, Nepal and Togo. Horyzon is engaged in the areas of health and education to enable young people to lead a self-determined and independent life. The company works with local partner organizations and advocates for the rights and interests of young people.