Associations & Interest Groups

Verein St. Petrus 

St. Pelagiberg · Since 1989

Verein St. Petrus is a Catholic community served by the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter that provides liturgies and pastoral care in the traditional Roman Rite. The community maintains a regular schedule of Masses, offers sacraments, catechesis and various parish groups, and uses the Haus St. Benedikt for its activities.

Verein Swiss Township-Network 

Oberkirch Lu · Since 2016

The core activity of Swiss Township-Network is to support and develop projects in South Africa, particularly in townships, with the goal of improving the living conditions of the people living there. This includes specific activities such as: operating a sewing center to promote sewing skills and related abilities; distributing Wonderbags, a type of insulated cooking bag, to save energy and facilitate cooking; promoting sanitary pads and other sanitary facilities; and supporting municipalities and local communities in the development of projects and initiatives. The association focuses on sustainable and small-scale projects to achieve long-term improvements in the townships.

Verein SWISS SCC 

Kreuzlingen · Since 1989

The core activity of Swiss SCC (Société Suisse des Chimistes-Cosméticiens / Society of Swiss Cosmeticians) is to represent and promote the interests of cosmeticians and the cosmetics industry in Switzerland. This includes organizing events, conducting training programs, awarding awards, and representing the industry in international organizations such as the IFSCC (International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists).

Verein Teach a Child - Africa 

Muri B. Bern · Since 2010

The core activity of the company 'Teach a Child - Africa' is to enable disadvantaged children in Kenya to access secondary education by paying school fees, uniforms and other essential items, in order to help the children achieve their full academic potential and break the cycle of poverty.

Verein Technologie Forum Zug 

Steinhausen · Since 2004

Verein Technologie Forum Zug is a platform that promotes exchange and networking among technology- and innovation-oriented organisations and operates sector-specific clusters. It organises events, maintains an expert network and provides programmes for innovation support, start-up development and project matchmaking.

Verein Tierhilfe Waldeck 

Weier Im Emmental · Since 2016

The core activity of the company 'Tierhilfe Waldeck' is to support and help needy and homeless pets, including financing species-appropriate housing facilities and mediating animals into new families. The association is a non-profit organization that collects donations to achieve its goals.

Verein Tourismusregion Klewenalp 

Beckenried · Since 2021

The company's core activity is tourism, particularly the promotion and marketing of travel destinations and activities in the Nidwalden region of Switzerland. The company offers various services, such as creating guest cards, organizing events, and marketing regional products and services. It focuses on promoting sustainable tourism and supporting local producers and providers.

Verein ungerwägs 

Oberwangen B. Bern · Since 2007

The core activity of the company "ungerwägs" consists of implementing social and humanitarian projects, particularly in Switzerland and Moldova. These include, among others: * Child and youth welfare (e.g. Kinderexpress, summer camp) * Social services for families, singles and elderly people * Transport of relief goods with a truck * Support for people in life crises * Implementation of projects such as "warm feet", "give joy" and "school bag action". The association is financed through donations and also operates an online shop.

Verein VELEDES Grundbildung 

Dübendorf · Since 2012

Verein VELEDES Grundbildung administers the inter-company vocational courses for apprentices in the retail and food sectors. Its programme includes more than 40 modules across the three language regions, continuing education offerings and exam-preparation courses.

Verein Vineyard Bern 

Bern · Since 2014

The company's core activity is the organization and implementation of religious events, particularly worship services, devotional events and community activities, as well as the support of missions and social projects.