Associations & Interest Groups

Ordre des avocats de Genève 

Geneva · Since 2024

Ordre des avocats de Genève is a professional association that represents the legal profession and oversees professional conduct. It provides continuing education, manages services to improve access to justice (such as legal aid desks, a pro bono platform and a member directory), and publishes resources and events for its membership.

Organisation Internationale Dianova 

Le Grand-Saconnex · Since 2018

The core activity of Dianova is the development and implementation of programs and services for the prevention, treatment and reintegration of people with addictions, as well as the promotion of education, health and social progress. This also includes activities in the areas of international cooperation, lobbying and public relations.

Organisation Internationale pour la Sécurité des Transactions Electroniques OISTE 

Geneva · Since 1998

The core activity of OISTE Foundation is the promotion and representation of digital identity, data protection and cybersecurity. In particular, the company focuses on the development and implementation of solutions for the secure management of digital identities, the preservation of privacy and the protection of personal data.

Organisation internationale pour les pays les moins avancés (OIPMA) 

Châtelaine · Since 1996

The core activity of OIPMA is to promote human rights, peacebuilding, climate change resilience, and economic development, particularly in the following areas: * Human Rights: Promoting children's rights, education, health, access to digital resources and technology, water and sanitation projects * Peacebuilding: Promoting political stability, conflict resolution, and peacebuilding in developing countries * Climate Change Resilience: Promoting renewable energy, sustainable land use, and biodiversity conservation * Economic Development: Promoting trade capacity, peace financing, and poverty reduction The company works towards achieving these goals through advocacy, training, and partnerships.

Oronos Stiftung 

Altdorf Ur · Since 2018

The core activity of Oronos Stiftung is the promotion of peace and humanitarian projects, particularly through the establishment of peace centers in various countries and the implementation of aid projects such as food trucks, warmth donations, and flood relief. The company collects donations and donates them for the realization of its projects.

Ortsbürgerstiftung Villmergen 

Villmergen · Since 2006

Ortsbürgerstiftung Villmergen promotes cultural, social and community life.

Oscar Fritschi-Stiftung 

Wetzikon Zh · Since 2018

The core activity of the Oscar Fritschi Foundation consists of supporting and promoting three main areas: 1. **Innocent people in need**: The foundation supports individuals who have fallen into a situation of need through no fault of their own, with financial resources or other forms of assistance. 2. **Archaeology in the canton of Zurich**: The foundation promotes archaeological projects and research in the canton of Zurich, particularly in connection with the region's history and culture. 3. **Military historical research**: The foundation supports research and publications in the field of military history, particularly with regard to Swiss history and Switzerland's role in international conflicts. The foundation focuses on supporting projects and individuals active in these three areas.

OSEO Genève 

Geneva · Since 2005

OSEO Genève is an association that provides programmes and services for professional and social integration, including placement and home‑service activities, internships, coaching and training workshops.

OSEO Genève 

Geneva · Since 2010

OSEO Genève is part of the Oeuvre Suisse d'Entraide Ouvrière and provides programs and services focused on professional integration and social inclusion through work. Offerings include employment placement and home services, internships, coaching, training and workshops, language and basic IT courses, and digital assistance sessions.

Oskar Lerch Ausbildungsstiftung 

Herzogenbuchsee · Since 2016

The core activity of the company 'Oskar Lerch Ausbildungsstiftung' is the awarding of scholarships to promote vocational training.

OSMTH Ordo Supremus Militaris Templi Hierosolymitani 

Geneva · Since 1999

The company's core activity is the management and organization of a Christian religious community, specifically the Order of the Templars, with a focus on charity, membership and spiritual activities.

OSR CH Sàrl 

Montreux · Since 2019

OSR CH Sàrl is a symphony orchestra that presents concerts, produces recordings and hosts artistic residencies. It runs subscription series and festival appearances and provides educational and outreach programmes for young audiences and schools.

Osteuropahilfe "Triumph des Herzens" 

Zuzwil Sg · Since 2003

The company's core activity is the collection and transportation of relief goods, particularly clothing, household items, hygiene products and care products, as well as supporting people in need in Eastern Europe, especially in the Chernobyl region, through humanitarian aid and self-help programs.

Otto Naegeli Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 2008

The core activity of the company is the management and awarding of the Otto Nägeli Prize, a renowned prize for medical research in Switzerland. The foundation is exclusively responsible for awarding this prize and does not engage in any other commercial or economic activities.

Our Common Home Association 

Grand-Lancy · Since 2022

Our Common Home Association promotes civic participation and works with local civic organisations to strengthen institutions and leadership that enable people to develop collective solutions for protecting the natural environment.

Oxfam International Advocacy, Association, Geneva 

Geneva · Since 2011

The core activity of Oxfam International is to fight against poverty, inequality and social injustice, particularly in the areas of: combating inequality and promoting social justice, access to clean water and sanitation, combating climate change and promoting sustainable agriculture, emergency aid and disaster relief, promoting women's rights and gender equality, and combating conflicts and promoting peace and security. The company also advocates for the rights of marginalized groups and promotes community participation in decision-making processes. Oxfam International works globally and has offices in various countries to achieve its goals.

Paeradigms NGO 

Gandria · Since 2021

Paeradigms NGO is a sense-driven social enterprise that provides transdisciplinary advisory services, project implementation and programme evaluation. Its areas of expertise include higher education, TVET and lifelong learning, policy and strategy, research, climate change and renewable energy, programme development and evaluation, knowledge management, and diversity, equity and inclusion.

PAI - Partner Aid International 

Rorschacherberg · Since 1993

The core activity of PartnerAid Switzerland is international development cooperation and emergency aid. They work to combat poverty and implement projects with disadvantaged people to improve their living situation. This includes the areas of education, income, health, nutrition, environmental protection, and disaster relief. PartnerAid Switzerland acts as a link between project work abroad and donors in Switzerland, managing and forwarding the collected donations.

Palatin-Stiftung 

Basel · Since 2011

Palatin-Stiftung supports projects that promote the self-determined development of children, adolescents and young adults and strengthens their capacity for expression and civic responsibility. Funding is focused on research and practice/implementation projects addressing participation and physical, mental and social health.

Pan Eco 

Berg Am Irchel · Since 1996

The core activity of PanEco is the promotion of environmental education, species conservation and the protection of endangered habitats, particularly through the implementation of projects such as the Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Programme, the Bird of Prey Station Berg am Irchel and the Thurauen Nature Centre.