Associations & Interest Groups

Schweizerische Maklerkammer, (,,SMK") 

Zurich · Since 2006

The company's core activity is providing services and support to its members, particularly in the real estate and construction sector, as well as promoting networking and further education for real estate agents and consultants.

Schweizerische Lungenstiftung 

Wald Zh · Since 1988

The core activity of Swisslung.org is to support and promote projects and initiatives in the field of health, particularly in lung research and care, as well as to provide information and resources for patients and professionals. This also includes the awarding of prizes and scholarships, the support of research projects and the publication of books and articles.

Schweizerische Multiple Sklerose Gesellschaft 

Effretikon · Since 1994

The company's core activity is to support and promote people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) through various services and activities, including counseling, education, research and rehabilitation. The company also provides support to employers to integrate and support MS patients in their professional daily life.

Schweizerische Pädiatrische Onkologie Gruppe (SPOG) 

Bern · Since 2024

The company's core activity is the promotion and support of clinical pediatric cancer research, particularly through the conduct of therapy optimization studies and the support of research projects, with the aim of improving the treatment and cure of cancer in children and adolescents.

Schweizerische Nationalspende für unsere Soldaten und ihre Familien 

Bern · Since 1919

The company's core activity is to support military welfare and aid organizations, in particular providing financial support to members of the armed forces and their families, as well as promoting the militia system in society. Additionally, the company is also active in agriculture and energy production, specifically through the operation of the "Götschihof" estate and the production of renewable energy through photovoltaic systems and biogas plants.

Schweizerische Nierenstiftung 

Schlosswil · Since 2004

The core activity of the company is the promotion of kidney health through information, awareness and education of the population about the kidneys and their functions, as well as the support of research into kidneys and kidney diseases.

Schweizerische Paritätische Vollzugskommission Bauhauptgewerbe (SVK) 

Zurich · Since 2022

Schweizerische Paritätische Vollzugskommission Bauhauptgewerbe (SVK) oversees enforcement of the Landesmantelvertrag (LMV) for the Swiss building trade and coordinates parity-based enforcement activities at the national level. Its tasks include coordination and further training, inspection and control activities, mediation functions, and providing documents and information on regional parity commissions.

Schweizerischer Apothekerverband (pharmaSuisse) 

Liebefeld · Since 2006

Schweizerischer Apothekerverband (pharmaSuisse) represents the interests of pharmacies and pharmacists and negotiates tariffs, regulatory frameworks and related policies. The association provides services and resources for members, including legal support, professional education and training, publications, events and practice-oriented programs such as pharmacy consultation and vaccination services.

Schweizerischer Baumeisterverband (SBV) 

Zurich · Since 1968

Schweizerischer Baumeisterverband (SBV) is the employers' association for the building industry that provides professional services to member companies. It supports vocational education, supplies technical and business resources, addresses occupational safety and environmental protection, and represents the sector's interests in political and economic matters.

Schweizerischer Anlegerschutzverein 

St. Gallen · Since 2021

The Swiss Investors' Protection Association (SASV) is a non-profit organization that advocates for transparency in the Swiss capital market and promotes and enforces investors' rights in Switzerland. It supports investors in enforcing their corporate and economic interests and promotes good corporate governance and transparency in the Swiss capital market. The association also provides a platform for whistleblowers to report corporate governance and transparency breaches by companies in Switzerland.

Schweizerischer Bäcker-Confiseurmeister-Verband 

Bern · Since 1989

Schweizerischer Bäcker-Confiseurmeister-Verband represents owners of artisanal bakeries and confectioneries. The association provides member services including advocacy, legal and quality-management advice, vocational training and competitions, industry communication via the Panissimo magazine, and a promo shop.

Schweizerischer Diakonieverein 

Rüschlikon · Since 1949

Schweizerischer Fonds für Hilfe bei nicht versicherbaren Elementarschäden 

Bern · Since 1997

The core activity of fondssuisse is to provide financial contributions to damages caused by unforeseeable natural events (elementary damages) for which no insurance can be taken out today. fondssuisse supports damages to private individuals and local entities that are not covered by insurance benefits or public funds/subsidies.

Schweizerischer Flachglasverband (SFV) 

Schlieren · Since 1976

Schweizerischer Flachglasverband (SFV) is an industry association representing craft and industrial flat-glass companies at the national level. The association coordinates vocational training such as the glazier apprenticeship, organises courses and sector-specific occupational safety and health solutions, and is linked with the technical office SIGAB.

Schweizerischer Gewerbeverband 

Bern · Since 2009

Schweizerischer Gewerbeverband is an umbrella association representing the interests of small and medium-sized enterprises and trade associations. It advocates for economic and political framework conditions, runs campaigns, publishes the Schweizerische Gewerbezeitung and organises events.

Schweizerischer Höhenarbeiten- und Rigging-Verband 

Winterthur · Since 2002

The core activity of the Swiss Association for Height Work and Rigging (SHRV) consists in setting and implementing standards for safety, training and legislation in the field of height work and rigging, as well as in conducting training and continuing education courses for riggers and height workers.

Schweizerischer Hygienefachverband SHFV 

Regensdorf · Since 2022

The core activity of the Swiss Hygiene Association (SHFV) is to provide training, education, consulting and services in the field of hygiene, particularly in the areas of pest control, human hygiene, veterinary hygiene, occupational safety and mold remediation. The association also offers a comprehensive network and expertise in the field of hygiene and supports companies, institutions and individuals in complying with hygiene standards.

Schweizerischer Israelitischer Gemeindebund (SIG) 

Zurich · Since 2018

Schweizerischer Israelitischer Gemeindebund (SIG) is an umbrella organisation that represents Jewish communities and advocates their interests to political authorities, institutions and the media. It advises and supports member communities and provides services in prevention and education, security coordination, cultural heritage and kosher food provision.

Schweizerischer Judo & Ju-Jitsu Verband (SJV) 

Ittigen · Since 2014

The company's core activity is the promotion and organization of judo and ju-jitsu in Switzerland, including the hosting of competitions, the training of athletes and coaches, as well as the representation of the interests of the Swiss judo and ju-jitsu community.

Schweizerischer Katholischer Frauenbund SKF 

Luzern 7 · Since 1915

Schweizerischer Katholischer Frauenbund SKF is a confessional women's network that advocates for women's rights in church, politics and society. The organization supports its member associations with services such as training, association coaching, events and publications, and it operates social initiatives including the Elisabethenwerk and the Solidaritätsfonds.