Associations & Interest Groups

Al-Anon-Familiengruppen 

Olten · Since 1990

The core activity of Al-Anon is providing self-help groups and support for relatives and friends of alcoholics to help them cope with the effects of alcoholism on their own lives.

Aliena 

Basel · Since 2021

The core activity of Aliena is to support and advise women who are or have been active in the sex industry, as well as to improve their living and working conditions. This includes offers such as psychosocial counseling, German language courses, meeting points, and support for professional reorientation. The company also advocates for the rights of sex workers and fights against their social exclusion and stigmatization.

Association Cours de formation des Installateurs en Chauffage Genevois (CICG) 

Geneva · Since 2014

Association Cours de formation des Installateurs en Chauffage Genevois (CICG) manages the organization of initial vocational training activities for the heating sector and delivers inter-company courses for AFP and CFC apprentices. Its remit includes coordinating qualification procedures, monitoring apprenticeships and providing a workshop, a cafeteria and classrooms for practical and theoretical training.

Association For Equity 

Lausanne · Since 2009

The core activity of the company 'For Equity' consists of implementing humanitarian projects, particularly in the areas of health, education and access to clean drinking water, mainly in Ethiopia. The company is a non-profit organization based on donations and volunteer work.

ASSOCIATION FRANÇOIS-XAVIER BAGNOUD - FXB SUISSE 

Sion · Since 1989

ASSOCIATION FRANÇOIS-XAVIER BAGNOUD - FXB SUISSE promotes access to fundamental rights for vulnerable populations, prioritizing children’s rights, and addresses extreme poverty through the VillageFXB model, a holistic three-year community development approach covering housing, food security, education, health and economic empowerment.

Association jurassienne des agriculteurs pratiquant la production intégrée (AJAPI) 

Courtételle · Since 2016

The core activity of AJAPI is the implementation of controls and services in the field of agriculture, particularly in the areas of: official basic controls, water protection (PER), social and environmental standards (SST/SRPA), and controls in the field of organic farming (BIO). The company likely provides these services to farmers and other actors in the agricultural sector and is headquartered in Courtételle, Switzerland.

Soteria 

Pomy · Since 2006

Soteria is a deliverance ministry serving Christians, particularly francophone communities. The organization runs seminars and training on deliverance, intercession and worship, organizes events, and publishes books and recorded teachings. It also provides MP3 messages online and collaborates with churches and other ministries.

Associazione Estetiste della Svizzera Italiana 

Lodano · Since 2020

The core activity of AESI is the organization of courses and the promotion of training for aestheticians and cosmetologists, particularly in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland. This includes the implementation of courses for the acquisition of diplomas and certificates, the recognition of training and support for members in their job search. In addition, AESI also offers continuing education and specialized courses and represents the interests of the industry to the authorities.

Associazione Fonte di Grazia 

Bedano · Since 2013

Associazione Fonte di Grazia is an association that provides humanitarian assistance to people living in extreme poverty and social distress. It carries out projects including construction of potable water wells in Burkina Faso, distribution of food, clothing and blankets, support for early childhood and agricultural vocational schools, and distribution of Bibles and Gospels.

Associazione Svizzera Non Fumatori (ASN) 

Dino · Since 2023

The core activity of the company "Associazione Svizzera Non-fumatori" is to promote awareness of the problems of tobacco addiction, defend the rights of non-smokers, and promote abstinence and detoxification from tobacco. This includes in particular: information and awareness campaigns on the health risks of tobacco addiction; promoting abstinence and detoxification from tobacco, especially among young people; defending the rights of non-smokers in public and in the workplace; supporting individuals who want to quit smoking; and collaborating with other organizations and institutions to achieve the goals of the Associazione.

Ästhetik Verband Schweiz 

Schwarzenburg · Since 2022

The core activity of the company "Ästhetik Verband Schweiz" is the training, certification and support of professionals in the fields of cosmetics, wellness, fitness and aesthetics. The association offers modules, courses and workshops to promote professional qualifications and the V-NISSG certificate of competence. In addition, it offers memberships and partner programs to represent the interests of its members and provide exclusive offers.

AVINA STIFTUNG 

Hurden · Since 1994

The core activity of the AVINA Foundation is to support and promote innovative projects and initiatives in the field of sustainable nutrition and healthy eating. The foundation focuses on promoting projects that aim to improve the impact of the current food system on human and planetary health. This includes supporting research projects, developing new nutrition concepts, and promoting companies and initiatives that advocate for sustainable and healthy nutrition.

Bischöfliche Ordinariatsstiftung 

Solothurn · Since 2020

Blaues Kreuz, Kantonalverband Zürich 

Zurich · Since 1996

Blaues Kreuz, Kantonalverband Zürich provides counselling, outpatient addiction therapy and self‑help support for people with alcohol and other substance use problems as well as for their relatives. Services include information and assessment, telephone and online counselling (SafeZone), prevention programs such as roundabout and boyzaround, and fundraising via second‑hand shops (Blaukreuz‑Brockis).

Blaues Kreuz St. Gallen - Appenzell 

St. Gallen · Since 2016

The company offers a range of services and activities focused on supporting and caring for people with addictions and substance use disorders. These include discussion groups, courses, coaching programs, and aftercare and integration services. It also provides residential facilities and leisure activities, and operates holiday homes. The company's core activity is social work and supporting people in difficult life situations.

Caritas St.Gallen-Appenzell 

St. Gallen · Since 2012

The core activity of Caritas St. Gallen is social work and support for people in need, including charitable and benevolent activities.

Centre d'Accueil Universel 

Geneva · Since 1993

The company is a religious organization focused on spreading the Christian faith and supporting people in need. The core activities include: religious events and worship services, social work and support for the needy, educational and awareness-raising work on the Christian faith, operation of radio and television stations to spread the Christian faith, and organization of events and activities to promote community and social engagement. It is a Christian community focused on spreading the faith and supporting people in need.

Club of Rome 

Winterthur · Since 2009

The company primarily focuses on promoting sustainable development, environmental protection, and social responsibility. It concentrates on the topics of climate change, resource management, biodiversity, and the development of strategies for a sustainable future. The company has a network of experts and scientists from various fields, including environmental sciences, economics, politics, and sociology. It offers programs and publications aimed at inspiring and empowering people to actively contribute to shaping a sustainable future. Another key focus of the company is promoting intergenerational collaboration and leadership to develop innovative solutions to the challenges of our time. It also publishes reports and publications on topics such as climate change, sustainable development, and social responsibility. Overall, the company's core activity can be described as 'promoting sustainable development and environmental protection through networking, education, and research'.

Conseil des Métiers techniques du Bâtiment, Genève 

Geneva · Since 2011

Conseil des Métiers techniques du Bâtiment, Genève is the umbrella grouping of employer associations for technical building trades; it represents their common interests, provides business-management advice and support on social-insurance matters, and organises initial and continuing training for member companies.

Coopérative Centre Régional Travail & Orientation - CRTO 

Monthey · Since 1997

Coopérative Centre Régional Travail & Orientation - CRTO provides socioprofessional integration programmes combining practical work activities, integrated training and job-search support. It delivers services under mandates from social insurance bodies (unemployment, disability and social assistance) and cooperates with public and private partners to assist placement and recognition of internal training.