Associations & Interest Groups

PANGEA NET, International Network of Independent Law Firms 

Winterthur · Since 2019

The core activity of Pangea Net is to operate a network of independent law firms that enables its members to support each other and jointly offer international legal services.

Pan y Luz 

Avegno · Since 2004

The core activity of the company "Pan y Luz" consists of carrying out humanitarian projects and supporting social and environmental initiatives, particularly in Peru. The organization focuses on supporting local communities through projects such as building schools, supporting children and families in need, promoting sustainable agricultural projects, and providing humanitarian aid in emergency situations.

Paradies-Stiftung für soziale Innovation 

Zurich · Since 2008

The core activity of the Paradies Foundation for Social Innovation is to promote innovative and sustainable social activities by awarding a recognition prize of CHF 150,000 every two years.

Parc Ela 

Tiefencastel · Since 2006

The core activity of Parc Ela is to promote sustainable development and preserve nature and cultural assets in the region. This includes initiating and implementing projects in the areas of nature conservation, landscape maintenance, tourism, education, and regional development. The Parc Ela association works closely with local municipalities, organizations, and individuals to improve the quality of life in the region and promote economic development.

Paritätische Berufskommission Untertagbau 

Zurich · Since 2023

The core activity of PK-UT is the administration and implementation of supplementary agreements and wage and minimum requirements (LMV) in the construction industry. This includes providing information, organizing control inspections, conducting wage audits and collaborating with cantonal authorities. The company also represents the interests of its members in national joint bodies.

Paritätische Kommission der zahntechnischen Laboratorien der Schweiz 

Zurich · Since 2016

Paritätische Kommission der zahntechnischen Laboratorien der Schweiz is an association that promotes cooperation between the collective-bargaining parties and enforces the collective labour agreement (GAV) for dental laboratory work. It provides legal advice on employment matters, mediates disputes, performs workplace controls and enforcement actions, and supports sectoral training and meetings.

Paritätische Kommission für das schweizerische Coiffeurgewerbe 

Zurich · Since 2017

The core activity of PK Coiffure is to promote cooperation between contracting parties and to enforce the Collective Labour Agreement (GAV) for the hairdressing industry in Switzerland. This includes assessing disputes related to employment relationships, answering questions from employers and employees regarding the GAV, conducting payroll audits, organizing and conducting board meetings and general assemblies, as well as collecting enforcement contributions.

Paritätische Kommission Tankstellenshops in der Schweiz 

Zurich · Since 2018

The core activity of PKTS is the management and enforcement of the Collective Labour Agreement (CLA) for petrol station shops in Switzerland. This includes monitoring compliance with occupational safety and health regulations, promoting vocational training and continuing education, resolving disputes and disagreements between contracting parties, and managing enforcement cost contributions.

Paritätische Landeskommission (PLK) der Schweizerischen Elektrobranche 

Zurich · Since 2005

Paritätische Landeskommission (PLK) der Schweizerischen Elektrobranche implements the collective labour agreement (GAV) for the Swiss electrical sector. Its secretariat handles administrative matters, collection (Inkasso) is delegated to regional parity commissions, and the PLK supports vocational training.

Paritätischer Verein Informationssystem Allianz Bau 

Zurich · Since 2018

The core activity of ISAB is to support the enforcement activities of the Joint Committees of the generally binding collective employment contracts in the construction and civil engineering industries, in order to effectively enforce the prescribed minimum working conditions.

Parkhaus Tivoli AG 

Chur · Since 2020

The core activity of Chur Tourism is the promotion and development of tourism in the city of Chur and its surroundings. This includes providing information and services for tourists, developing offers for leisure and business travelers, implementing marketing and advertising measures, as well as representing the tourist interests of Chur externally.

Parkinson Schweiz 

Zurich · Since 2002

The core activity of the company 'Parkinson Schweiz' is to support and advise people with Parkinson's disease and their relatives. This includes providing information, self-help groups, research funding, training and further education, as well as networking and cooperation with other organizations. The company also offers various services such as consulting, information and communication and supports research in the field of Parkinson's disease.

Partizipation durch Vielfalt GmbH 

Basel · Since 2020

The core activity of the company 'Partizipation durch Vielfalt GmbH' is the socio-pedagogical support and counseling of families, children, and adolescents, particularly from strained or disadvantaged backgrounds. The support includes various offers such as socio-pedagogical family accompaniment, family and youth coaching, mediation, guardianships, parenting training, and assessment. The company also provides specialized services such as outreach family care, therapeutic family accompaniment, and the STEP method. The core activity focuses on self-help assistance and promoting the participation of disadvantaged individuals in society.

PARTNERSHIP NETWORK INTERNATIONAL (PNI) 

Corsier Ge · Since 2017

PARTNERSHIP NETWORK INTERNATIONAL (PNI) is an association that supports partner organizations in international advocacy, academic, humanitarian and development projects and represents their concerns within UN mechanisms. PNI participates in UN forums, contributes reports including UPR submissions, and organizes coalitions, advocacy campaigns, trainings and workshops on priority themes such as women’s leadership, youth, disability, indigenous peoples, education, land governance, environment, human rights and the SDGs.

Patientenstiftung der Familie di Gallo 

Grüningen · Since 1999

Patientenfürsorgestiftung der Stiftung Siloah 

Gümligen · Since 1976

Patientenfürsorgestiftung der Stiftung Siloah supports needy patients and residents of the Siloah group by covering treatment costs for persons without means. The non-profit foundation also provides assistance in hardship and emergency situations and accepts donations for this purpose.

Patronale Stiftung der Carlo Bernasconi AG 

Bern · Since 1946

Patronato Opere Provvida Madre 

Balerna · Since 1989

Patronato Opere Provvida Madre provides facilities and services for children and adults with disabilities. Services include special nursery and special school provision, full- or part-time residential care and day/outpatient services, occupational and leisure activities, various therapies (physiotherapy, occupational therapy, psychomotricity, aquatic therapy) and ongoing nursing care.

Paula Rüf-Stiftung 

Flums · Since 1996

Paula Rüf-Stiftung awards scholarships and interest-free study loans to support higher and continuing vocational education. Eligible applicants are students who need additional financial assistance and who were raised in or reside in the Sarganserland, hold a Matura, a vocational qualification with BMS or a comparable diploma, and begin their studies before the age of 35.

Paulie und Fridolin Düblin Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 2004

The core activity of the PFD Foundation is to support people with dementia and their relatives by providing financial contributions and promoting projects in the field of dementia.