Associations & Interest Groups

PRO BICE 

Geneva · Since 1987

The company's core activity is the promotion and protection of children's rights, particularly in the areas of: combating violence against children, promoting education and inclusion, supporting families in poverty, helping refugee and displaced children, and humanizing juvenile justice. The company is also involved in research, development and advocacy for children's rights and provides resources and documentation on these topics.

Pro Bondo 

Bondo · Since 2022

Pro Bondo is an association that brings together local stakeholders to seek common solutions and to promote dialogue between residents and public authorities. It works to value and promote the territory of Bondo, Promontogno, Sottoponte and Spino.

Procap Bern 

Bern · Since 2016

The core activity of Procap Bern is the consulting, support and representation of interests of people with disabilities in the canton of Bern. This includes: Consulting and coaching for social services and counseling centers, construction consulting, organization of events, groups and sports offers, political representation of interests for people with disabilities, fundraising and donation collections. The company is committed to the inclusion and equality of people with disabilities and offers various services to improve their quality of life.

ProCinema, Schweizerischer Verband für Kino und Filmverleih 

Bern · Since 1991

The core activity of ProCinema is to represent and promote the common interests of Swiss cinema and film distribution companies at the political and economic level, as well as to provide services to its members.

Pro Emmental 

Langnau Im Emmental · Since 1995

The company's core activity is tourism, particularly the promotion and organization of tourist activities in the Emmental region of Switzerland. This includes providing information about the region, organizing events and excursions, arranging accommodations, and promoting local products and services.

PRO FAMILIA SCHWEIZ 

Bern · Since 1994

PRO FAMILIA SCHWEIZ is the umbrella organisation for family organisations and a competence centre for family policy. It connects member organisations and regional sections, publishes studies and guidance, engages in family-policy advocacy and provides services for families and for employers/public bodies, including consultancy and tools such as the Family Score.

profawo 

Bern · Since 2008

profawo is a non-profit organization that promotes reconciliation of family and work and provides services to employers and employees. Its activities include operating and mediating childcare services (kids & co), offering advice and relief services for caregiving relatives (care & co), and providing membership-based support, consultancy and work‑care solutions for employers, municipalities and industry associations.

profawo 

Basel · Since 2021

profawo is a non-profit organisation focused on the reconciliation of family and work, offering employers memberships, advisory services and tailored work & care programmes. Under the brands 'kids & co' and 'care & co', profawo provides childcare services (daycare, holiday and emergency care, nannies) and support services for caregiving relatives (advice, relief services, care management).

profawo 

Zurich · Since 2023

profawo is a non-profit organisation that promotes the reconciliation of family and work. It provides employers with membership services, advisory and placement services for childcare and care of relatives, support for daycare management, and work & care solutions.

Prof. Bruno Bloch-Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1935

Prof. Bruno Bloch-Stiftung supports clinical and experimental research on skin diseases and cancer by funding research projects, scholarships and related initiatives.

profawo 

Lausanne · Since 2023

profawo is a non-profit organisation that promotes work–family reconciliation. It provides employers with membership options, consulting and services related to childcare and care for relatives, including operating and mediating daycare services, nanny placement and work & care solutions.

Professor Heinrich Greinacher-Stiftung 

Bern · Since 1989

The company is the University of Bern, specifically the Physics Institute. The core activity of the institute is research and teaching in physics, particularly in the areas of climate and environmental physics, space research and planetary sciences, and laboratory for high energy physics.

Professor J. Werder-Stiftung 

Bern · Since 1944

Professor J. Werder-Stiftung honors individuals for contributions to food quality and safety, particularly in food chemistry. The foundation awards the Werder Medal and the Werder Prize with an accompanying certificate, with the prize usually presented every two years.

profialliance 

Oberägeri · Since 2007

profialliance promotes and supports its members in applying biblical-Christian values in everyday business. Its activities include providing information, membership options and events for individuals and organisations that align their business conduct with Christian-biblical principles.

Profil 

Zurich · Since 1999

The core activity of the "Stiftung Profil" company consists of integrating people with disabilities into the primary labor market. To this end, the foundation offers consulting and support services for people with disabilities in job search, job retention or search for a training position. At the same time, the foundation advises and supports employers in the employment of people with disabilities, places employees and accompanies them throughout the entire process.

PRO FILIA, Kantonalverein Zürich 

Zurich · Since 2008

The core activity of PRO FILIA Zurich is to provide non-profit, non-profit projects and services for people in challenging life situations. These include: The rental of affordable housing that also serves as a place of refuge; The provision of integration and training places for young people and migrants; The support of people in need through station assistance, such as mobility assistance, travel assistance and small gestures; The rental of wheelchairs and the implementation of accompanied child handovers; The care of residential groups and hotels for people in special life situations. Overall, the company focuses on supporting and promoting people in need and providing services that aim to improve their life situation.

PRO FILIA LOCARNO 

Locarno · Since 1931

The core activity of the company "Pro Filia Locarno" is to support projects that help women and children in difficult situations in the Locarnese region. To this end, the organization collects funds through membership fees and donates them to selected projects that support its goals.

pro futura, Jugendstiftung des Lions Club Werdenberg 

Sevelen · Since 1999

pro futura, Jugendstiftung des Lions Club Werdenberg is a foundation that provides financial and other assistance to people up to 25 years old who face material barriers to their personal or social development. The foundation can also support youth-promotion projects in the same geographic area, is funded by contributions from the Lions Club Werdenberg and charity donations, and evaluates applications through its board.

Progress Foundation 

Zurich · Since 2002

Progress Foundation promotes the development and dissemination of liberal ideas, with a focus on competition, private property, individual responsibility and social responsibility. It organises lectures, workshops and Economic Conferences, publishes a series of writings and supports exchange between scholars and the public.

prointegration 

Glattbrugg · Since 2016

The core activity of the company 'prointegration' is the promotion of professional and social integration of socially disadvantaged people. This includes: Professional integration: advising people on their professional (re-)entry, especially those who do not receive support from the public sector. fokusnetzwerk: A tandem program for refugees and voluntary mentors from the local population. Give & Need: An innovative platform that offers financially restricted individuals the opportunity to receive everyday items for free. Overall, the company focuses on supporting people in difficult life situations to promote their integration into society and the labor market.

Projekt Perspektive AG 

Zurich · Since 2008

The company 'projekt perspektive' provides professional support in the areas of child, youth and family welfare. The core activities include: * Socio-pedagogical accompaniment and support for children, adolescents, young adults and families * Placement of children and adolescents in foster families * Accompanied individual housing (AJB) and socio-pedagogical family accompaniment (SPF) * Socio-pedagogical coaching for adolescents living at home in crisis situations The company works closely with authorities and institutions and offers its services on the basis of contracts with the City of Zurich and other partners.

Pro-Jet 

Nyon · Since 1996

The core activity of Pro-jet is to promote the professional integration and development of individuals, particularly young people, through various measures such as coaching, training, internships and social integration. The company also offers various services, such as cleaning, secretariat, cybercafé and others, to promote the integration and employability of participants.

Projo 

Martigny · Since 2018

The company's core activity is to support and promote people with disabilities. The organization collects donations, hosts events and offers opportunities to become a member or supporter to achieve its goals. The core activity can be described as 'charity' or 'social work'.

PROLAIT fédération laitière société coopérative 

Yverdon-Les-Bains · Since 2008

The core activity of PROLAIT is the organization of the defense of the interests of milk producers in the regions of Vaud, Neuchâtel, Fribourg and Berne, particularly through the planning and management of milk volumes in view of market needs and the representation of its members.

Promarca Schweizerischer Markenartikelverband 

Bern · Since 1991

The core activity of Promarca is to provide a platform for brand management and development, particularly through the organization of events such as the "Day of the Brand" and the "Promarca Forum", as well as through the awarding of awards such as the "Star of the Year" and the "Brand of the Year". Additionally, Promarca also offers services such as meeting room rental and consulting. It is an association that advocates for the interests of its members, predominantly Swiss companies, and supports them in brand management.

Pro Natura Genève, Association Genevoise pour la Protection de la Nature 

Geneva · Since 2013

The core activity of Pro Natura Genève is nature conservation and environmental education. The company operates several nature centers in Switzerland, such as the Centre Pro Natura d'Aletsch, Centre Pro Natura de Champ-Pittet and Centre Nature Pointe à la Bise, and offers various activities and programs to raise public awareness and sensitize people to the importance of nature conservation. This also includes the management of nature reserves, the implementation of research projects and the development of educational programs.

PRO SALARIO 

Lausanne · Since 1984

The company's core activity is the representation and support of teachers and employees in the education sector, particularly in Switzerland, by providing services such as collective and individual defense, consulting, information and support on issues related to working conditions, pensions and social security. The company acts as a trade union and advocates for the interests of its members.

Prosalute 

Basel · Since 2020

The core activity of Prosalute is the promotion of health, prevention, care and support of people with migration experience and socially disadvantaged individuals. The company is particularly committed to reducing health inequalities and improving health, as well as strengthening the health competence of these target groups.

Pro Senectute Appenzell A. Rh. - Für das Alter 

Herisau · Since 1996

The company's core activity is advising and supporting older people in various areas of life, particularly in financial, legal and health matters, as well as providing services to support daily life and prepare for retirement.

Pro Tarasp 

Tarasp · Since 1935

The core activity of PRO TARASP is the promotion of tourism and culture in the village of Tarasp, as well as the preservation of the village's and landscape's integrity. This includes the organization and support of cultural events, the promotion of coexistence between locals and guests, and the implementation of ideas that enrich village life.

Proviande Genossenschaft 

Bern · Since 1949

The core activity of Proviande is the representation and promotion of the Swiss meat industry. This includes the analysis and publication of market statistics, the implementation of communication and marketing measures, the promotion of sustainability, and the representation of the industry towards authorities and politics. Proviande acts as the national competence centre for slaughter livestock and meat, and supports cooperation between the various stakeholders in the meat industry.

Provisiogas 

Bern · Since 2016

The core activity of Provisiogas is the implementation of mandatory gas storage and the management of natural gas, as assigned by the federal government. This includes ensuring mandatory storage quantities, compensating for expenses arising from mandatory storage, and informing members and authorities about the status of mandatory storage.

PROVY Promotion des vins d'Yvorne Société coopérative 

Yvorne · Since 1968

The company's core activity is the promotion and marketing of wines from the Yvorne region, particularly through the operation of a wine shop (Vinothèque) and the organization of events such as the "Caves ouvertes" and the "Ressat d'Yvorne". The company represents a group of 22 winemakers and defends their interests.

PROWAH 

Baar · Since 2019

PROWAH is an initiative that provides a platform for professional women of African heritage to connect, access mentorship and develop leadership and professional skills. The organisation runs events, workshops and networking activities and offers services such as media coaching, skills training, panel discussions and keynote speakers for members and partners.

PRO WOLLE SCHWEIZ 

Bertschikon (Gossau Zh) · Since 2023

The core activity of Pro Wolle Schweiz is the promotion and support of sheep farming and sheep wool processing in Switzerland. The association represents the interests of sheep farmers and provides a platform for the processing and distribution of sheep wool and sheep wool products.

Public Beta 

Basel · Since 2019

Public Beta is a democracy incubator that initiates and supports civil society projects to help networks and movements gain traction. The organisation supports campaigns, runs platforms such as WeCollect and Crowd Lobbying, and shares strategic knowledge, campaigning tools and resources for social change.

Public Health Schweiz 

Bern · Since 2024

The core activity of the company 'Public Health Switzerland' is the promotion and improvement of public health in Switzerland. This includes the areas of health promotion, prevention, monitoring and research in the field of public health. The company is also involved in political and strategic goal-setting and develops basic papers, position papers and manifestos on public health topics. It is an association that finances itself through membership fees and provides a platform for experts and interested parties to exchange information on technical questions related to public health.

punto Bregaglia SA 

Vicosoprano · Since 2004

punto Bregaglia SA manages the real estate of Punto Bregaglia, providing property management and rental of spaces within the centre. Contact details and information about available spaces are published on the website.

pura vida Stiftung für Kinder und Jugendliche 

Zurich · Since 2002

The core activity of the company is to support and promote children and young people through a foundation.

QUALICOAT 

Zurich · Since 2019

The core activity of QUALICOAT is the certification and quality assurance of coating systems and chemical pre-treatment systems for the metal coating industry. To this end, the company offers various services, including the licensing of coaters, the certification of coating systems and chemical pre-treatment systems, as well as the provision of specifications and guidelines for the industry.

QUALITOUCH-HC Foundation 

Zurich · Since 2004

The core activity of Qualitouch is patient-oriented quality assurance and quality management in the healthcare sector. This includes the development and provision of solutions for quality assurance of treatments, such as online tools for patients and therapists, self-monitoring and treatment monitoring. In addition, the foundation supports research projects, symposia and workshops in the field of health and social care.

QualiVentil - Association romande pour une ventilation de qualité 

Bex · Since 2017

The core activity of QualiVentil is to promote and develop quality in ventilation and related installations, particularly through: providing training and education for ventilation professionals through courses and workshops; providing technical information and expertise through technical sheets and FAQs; advising and supporting professionals in the planning, implementation and parameterization of ventilation systems; and organizing events and conferences on ventilation and related technologies. The company acts as a kind of industry association or interest group for the ventilation industry in the Romandie (French-speaking Switzerland).

Quantum FutureX 

Geneva · Since 2021

The core activity of Quantum FutureX is to promote and develop quantum technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) through interdisciplinary collaboration between science, industry and society. The company organizes workshops, hackathons and bootcamps to promote young talent and enable collaboration between different stakeholders. The goal is to unlock the potential of quantum technologies and AI for society and to promote radically inclusive education and innovation.

R3i-Stiftung - Residual Risk Reduction Initiative 

Basel · Since 2009

The core activity of R3i is to promote health and combat cardiovascular diseases by reducing residual risk. To this end, R3i offers educational programs, publications, webinars, and other resources for healthcare professionals to inform them about the latest research findings and treatment methods. The goal is to improve healthcare and advance the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.

Rabten Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1989

The core activity of the company 'Rabten Stiftung' is to support Tibetan refugees and their culture, as well as to help people in need through material support and training. This also includes supporting monasteries and study centers, publishing works and comments on Buddhist philosophy and meditation, and promoting education and training.

Radislav Baros-Stiftung 

Bern · Since 2024

RADUGA, Stiftung für Selbsthilfeprojekte in Russland 

Lucerne · Since 2001

RADUGA, Stiftung für Selbsthilfeprojekte in Russland supports self‑help initiatives through social and development projects. Its activities include clothing projects, school feeding, assistance for large families, summer camps and vocational or construction projects.

Rahn-Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 2003

The core activity of the company is to support and promote disadvantaged people through the Rahn Foundation, a non-profit organization that collects donations and uses them for its foundation activities.

Rainbows4children Stiftung 

Lachen Sz · Since 2004

The core activity of Rainbows4children is to promote education and development in Ethiopia, particularly by supporting children from disadvantaged backgrounds, as well as implementing projects to combat poverty and promote sustainable development.

Rainbow Spot 

Lausanne · Since 2022

The core activity of the company 'Rainbow Spot' is to provide an information and support offer for LGBTQIA+ individuals with a migration background. This includes the implementation of awareness and educational measures, support for integration and the promotion of social and health services. The company also offers a telephone hotline and personal counseling to meet the needs of the target group.