Associations & Interest Groups

Schweizerischer Public Relations Verband SPRV 

Zurich · Since 2016

Schweizerischer Verband für komplementärmedizinische Heilmittel 

Bern · Since 2005

The Swiss Association for Complementary Medicinal Products (SVKH) represents the interests of manufacturers and distributors of complementary and phytotherapeutic medicinal products (KPA) as well as natural food supplements and medical devices. The company's core activity is to maintain and promote comprehensive access to complementary and phytotherapeutic products at reasonable prices in a transformed, digitally supported healthcare system.

Schweizerischer Verband des Personals öffentlicher Dienste (V.P.O.D.) 

Zurich · Since 1931

Schweizerischer Verband des Personals öffentlicher Dienste (V.P.O.D.) is a trade union representing employees in the public service. It negotiates wage and social-policy matters, provides member advice and legal protection, organises training and publishes informational materials, and conducts campaigns via regional offices and sectoral committees.

Schweizerischer Verband der Strassen- und Verkehrsfachleute 

Zurich · Since 2019

The company's core activity is the promotion and further development of road and transport infrastructure in Switzerland through research, standardization, education and training, as well as the support of engineers and specialists in this field.

Schweizerischer Verband für Kältetechnik, SVK 

Alpnach Dorf · Since 2020

Schweizerischer Verband für Kältetechnik, SVK is an industry association for refrigeration technology and related professions. It provides technical information, vocational and continuing education, guidance on certification for handling refrigerants, and administers funding programmes, services and publications for the sector.

Schweizerischer Verband der Lebensmitteldetaillisten (Veledes) 

Dübendorf · Since 1950

Schweizerischer Verband der Lebensmitteldetaillisten (Veledes) represents independent food retailers and provides sector-specific advisory and member services. Services include legal advice, insurance and social‑security settlement via AK105, vocational training and continuing education, business consulting, and industry guidelines.

Schweizerischer Verband für Temperaturgeführte Logistik SVTL 

Pratteln · Since 2018

The company's core activity is the promotion and representation of the interests of companies in temperature-controlled logistics, particularly in the areas of food logistics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and healthcare. The association offers its members services such as know-how and information exchange, further education, marketing and contact platforms, and represents their interests to authorities, associations and politics.

Schweizerischer Verband für Orthopädische Muskuloskelettale Physiotherapie (SVOMP) 

Lengnau Ag · Since 2018

The core activity of the company "svomp" is the representation and promotion of the interests of musculoskeletal physiotherapists in Switzerland, including the organization of further education, courses and events, as well as the maintenance of exchange within the profession and representation towards partners and stakeholders.

Schweizerischer Verband von Comestibles-Importeuren und Händlern SIC 

Pratteln · Since 2007

Schweizerischer Verband von Comestibles-Importeuren und Händlern SIC is an industry association that promotes and safeguards the common interests of comestibles importers and traders. The association provides direct advice, represents members in dealings with authorities on enforcement of legal provisions, organises visits for members to producers and suppliers, and conducts public relations activities.

Schweizerischer Verband Selbständiger Medizinalpersonen (SVM) 

Liebefeld · Since 2016

Schweizerischer Verband Selbständiger Medizinalpersonen (SVM) is presented on the website as the VSM collective foundation for medical professionals and provides occupational pension solutions. The foundation administers occupational pension plans for employers and employees in the medical sector and offers pension products and services for physicians, medical organizations and related companies.

Schweizerischer Verband zur Förderung der Schmerztherapie nach Liebscher & Bracht und deren Anerkennung durch die Zusatzversicherung der Schweizer Krankenkassen (SVSLB) 

Mettmenstetten · Since 2019

The company's core activity is the promotion and dissemination of Liebscher & Bracht pain and movement therapy in Switzerland. The association offers training, further education and certification for therapists and represents the professional policy interests of its members.

Schweizerischer Ziegenzuchtverband (SZZV) Genossenschaft 

Zollikofen · Since 1969

The core activity of the company is the breeding and keeping of goats and deer, in particular the promotion and support of breeders and keepers through the provision of information, resources and services.

Schweizerisches Arbeiterhilfswerk SAH Bern 

Bern · Since 2005

The core activity of SAH Bern is the professional and social integration of people through a wide range of innovative education, consulting and employment services. This includes in particular: vocational courses and qualifications in the areas of cleaning and retail; personnel leasing and placement of contract work; social bicycle workshops and services; creative studios and other employment-oriented offers; and consulting and support in job search and placement. The company works in partnership with public and private clients, such as the federal government, cantons and municipalities.

SCHWEIZERISCHES FORUM FÜR REVISOREN UND TREUHÄNDER GMBH 

Lucerne · Since 2019

SCHWEIZERISCHES FORUM FÜR REVISOREN UND TREUHÄNDER GMBH offers continuing education seminars and webinars for auditors and fiduciaries. The organisation publishes a programme of seminars and runs online webinar sessions for professional development.

Schweizerisches Hilfswerk KINDER IN NOT 

Zurich · Since 2009

The company is a humanitarian organization focused on supporting children in need. Its core activities include providing water, food, education, healthcare and empowerment for mothers in distress. It carries out projects to achieve these goals and accepts donations to support its work.

Schweizerisches Institut für Männer- und Geschlechterfragen GmbH 

Zurich · Since 2014

Schweizerisches Konsumentenforum kf 

Bern · Since 2021

Schweizerisches Konsumentenforum kf is a national consumer organisation that provides information services, a free initial legal consultation and ombuds/mediation services for consumers. It publishes the magazine konsum.ch, produces studies and explanatory videos, and communicates about product recalls (RecallSwiss).

Schweizerische Stiftung für Arbeit und Weiterbildung SSAW 

Zofingen · Since 2015

The company's core activity is the reintegration of long-term unemployed individuals into the primary labor market through individually tailored support and promotion measures, including the mediation of basic competencies in practice-oriented learning units, such as general and vocational education, application portfolio, job or internship search, as well as the application of computer and internet.

Schweizerische Stiftung für die Zertifizierung der Qualitätssicherung im Gesundheitswesen 

Bern · Since 2002

The core activity of SanaCERT Suisse is the certification of quality management systems in the healthcare sector, particularly in hospitals, clinics and long-term care facilities. The company promotes and demands quality in healthcare by certifying institutions that meet specific quality standards.

Schweizerische Stiftung für Kinder und Jugendliche in Not 

Lucerne · Since 1988

The core activity of the Swiss Foundation for Children and Young People in Need is to support and help distressed, endangered or needy children and young people in Switzerland, particularly through direct, uncomplicated assistance, advice and mediation, in order to provide them with a perspective and alleviate their financial and social distress.

Schweizerische Stiftung für Landschaftsarchitektur (SLA) 

Rapperswil Sg · Since 1999

Schweizerische Stiftung für Rhythmologie 

Basel · Since 2004

The company's core activity is the promotion of research, education and training, as well as quality assurance in the field of electrophysiology, pacemaker and defibrillator treatment in Switzerland. This includes, in particular, the awarding of scholarships for further education, the support of projects and activities, quality assurance and the promotion of measures to improve quality.

Schweizerische Stiftung Intensivmedizin 

Basel · Since 2021

The company's core activity is the promotion and support of high-quality intensive medical care in Switzerland. This includes public awareness-raising on intensive care topics, information and counseling for patients and their families, as well as the support and recognition of research and development projects in the field of intensive care.

Schweizerisches Verpackungsinstitut 

Olten · Since 1994

The company is an association that deals with the promotion and representation of the interests of the packaging industry in Switzerland. The core activities include providing information and knowledge about packaging, organizing events and trade fairs, representing the interests of its members in political and social issues, as well as promoting sustainability and holistic packaging solutions.

Schweizerische Studienstiftung Fonds für begabte junge Menschen 

Zurich · Since 1992

The core activity of the company "The Nunatak Group" is the consulting and implementation of projects in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly in the areas of marketing and communication. The core activity of the "Swiss Study Foundation" is the promotion of talent through a broad range of educational offerings, individual support, and project-related financial assistance for outstanding students. The core activity of "UNITY Schweiz AG" is the implementation of projects and consulting in the field of Supply Chain Management and Logistics.

Schweizerische Vereinigung der Eltern hörgeschädigter Kinder (SVEHK) 

Bern · Since 2021

The core activity of SVEHK is to support and represent parents of hearing-impaired children in Switzerland. The association provides information, advice and support to parents, educators and professionals to facilitate the integration and promotion of hearing-impaired children. This includes organizing educational weekends, providing information on hearing aids and technical aids, as well as representing the interests of hearing-impaired children and their families to institutions and the public.

Schweizerische Vereinigung Diplomierter Steuerexperten (SVDS) 

Bern · Since 1990

The company's core activity is the representation and promotion of the interests of certified tax experts in Switzerland, including the conduct of examinations, seminars and further training measures, as well as the preservation of the reputation and independence of the profession.

Schweizerische Vereinigung für Schifffahrt und Hafenwirtschaft 

Basel · Since 1989

The company's core activity is the promotion and representation of shipping and port economy in Switzerland, particularly through lobbying, public relations and the provision of information and resources for the industry.

Schweizerische Vereinigung für Qualitäts- und Management-Systeme (SQS) 

Zollikofen · Since 2001

Schweizerische Vereinigung für Qualitäts- und Management-Systeme (SQS) provides certification and assessment services for organisations against international standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO/IEC 27001. SQS also offers audits, verification services, training programmes and tools for sustainability reporting and performance evaluation (for example esg2go and the Sustainability Performance Standard).

Schweizerische Vereinigung Industrie + Landwirtschaft 

Zurich · Since 2006

Schweizerische Vereinigung Industrie + Landwirtschaft is a private association that advocates for rational land use, soil protection and the strengthening of domestic agriculture to support food security. The organisation issues consultation responses and publications, organises conferences and operates a technical office providing consulting in spatial planning, land acquisition, agricultural construction and soil protection.

Schweizerisch-Indische Handelskammer 

Zurich · Since 1986

Schweizerisch-Indische Handelskammer is a bi‑national private‑sector non‑profit association that promotes and facilitates economic and trade relations between Switzerland and India. It organises networking events, supports members in building contacts with business partners and authorities, and provides forums for information exchange and cooperation with public and private institutions.

Schweizerisch-Russische Handelskammer 

Zollikon · Since 2020

Schweizerisch-Russische Handelskammer is a non-profit business association that facilitates networking and commercial cooperation between Swiss and Russian companies, public organisations and individuals. The chamber provides membership services, business support and practical offerings such as visa document assistance, event organisation, lead-generation, candidate pools, webinars and translation services.

Schweizer Licht Gesellschaft SLG 

Olten · Since 2021

The core activity of the company Schweizer Licht Gesellschaft (SLG) is the promotion and dissemination of knowledge and competence in the field of light and lighting. This includes: The organization of continuing education events and courses for professionals; The awarding of prizes for outstanding lighting solutions (Prix Lumière); The provision of information and expertise on light and lighting; The support of members through exclusive offers and services; The organization of events and conferences on the topic of light and lighting. Overall, the core activity of the company can be described as a competence center for light and lighting, focusing on the promotion of knowledge, competence and innovation in this field.

Schweizer Muskel-Stiftung 

Binningen · Since 1999

The company's core activity is to support and represent patients and their families affected by muscular diseases, by protecting their personal interests, building a muscle tissue bank, conducting research, disseminating information and subsidizing courses and training.

Schweizer Provinz der Schwestern vom Heiligen Kreuz, Menzingen 

Menzingen · Since 1907

Schweizer Provinz der Schwestern vom Heiligen Kreuz, Menzingen is a Franciscan community of women that orients its life according to the Gospel. The province maintains a motherhouse and a care home (St. Franziskus) and provides services such as worship, pilgrim activities, retreats and exhibitions.

Schweizer Rigging Verband 

Bassersdorf · Since 2021

The core activity of the Swiss Rigging Association (SRV) is to promote and support professionals, manufacturers and associations in the field of rigging, particularly through the organization of training and further education, improving communication and access to teaching materials, as well as increasing quality in this area. The association aims to be a voice for the rigging trade and to create a link between different training standards, interested countries and borders.

Schweizer Seelsorge-Stiftung 

Zug · Since 1998

The core activity of the Swiss Pastoral Care Foundation consists of the ideal and material promotion of the religious, in particular the pastoral care and sacramental life of the Roman Catholic Church in Switzerland and worldwide. This includes supporting projects and initiatives that serve the dissemination and deepening of the Roman Catholic faith, as well as providing resources and counseling for believers and ecclesiastical institutions.

Schweizer Stiftung für Oberflächentechnik (SSO) 

Bern · Since 1963

The company's core activity is the promotion and support of education and training, as well as safety and health in the Swiss surface treatment industry, particularly in the fields of galvanizing, anodizing and zinc coating. This includes organizing inter-company courses, certifying specialists and providing information and resources for training companies and professionals. Additionally, the company is involved in environmental and chemicals law issues and offers services to the industry.

Schweizer Stiftung Pro Aero 

Zurich · Since 1944

The core activity of the PRO AERO foundation is to promote aviation and aeronautical youth in Switzerland, particularly through financial support for air sports and youth development. This is achieved through the allocation of contributions derived from the sale of special stamps and special postal flights.

Schweizer Unternehmerverband Baufachleute 

Seewen Sz · Since 2018

Schweizer Unternehmerverband Baufachleute is an association under Art. 60 et seq. of the Swiss Civil Code that represents and promotes the economic interests of self-employed and entrepreneurially organized professionals in the construction sector. The association provides members with services such as business consultancy, insurance and pension solutions, finance and asset management, fiduciary and tax services, and coaching.

Schweizer Unternehmerverband l Recht 

Seewen Sz · Since 2014

Schweizer Unternehmerverband l Recht is an association (Art. 60 et seq. of the Civil Code) that protects and promotes the economic interests of self-employed and entrepreneurially organized lawyers, notaries, jurists and related legal professions. The association provides members with services in business consulting, insurance, pension solutions, finance and investments, asset management, fiduciary and tax services, and coaching, and facilitates access to a specialised adviser network with implementation supported by the SVZ service centre.

Schweizer Unternehmerverband l Finanz 

Seewen Sz · Since 2014

Schweizer Unternehmerverband l Finanz is an association representing the economic interests of self‑employed and entrepreneurially organized financial advisors, financial planners, asset managers, actuaries and related professions. The association provides members with services in business consulting, insurance and pension, finance and investments, asset management, fiduciary and tax services, and coaching, and grants access to a specialised advisor network with implementation supported by the SVZ Schweizer VerbandsZentrum.

Schweizer Unternehmerverband l Medizin 

Seewen Sz · Since 2014

Schweizer Unternehmerverband l Medizin is an association under Swiss civil law that safeguards and promotes the economic interests of self-employed and entrepreneurially organized physicians and paramedics. It provides members with services such as business consulting, insurance and pension solutions, finance and investments, asset management, fiduciary and tax advice, and coaching, with implementation coordinated through the SVZ Schweizer VerbandsZentrum.

Schweizer Unternehmerverband Unternehmensberater 

Seewen Sz · Since 2018

Schweizer Unternehmerverband Unternehmensberater is an association that represents and promotes the economic interests of self-employed management consultants and related professionals. The association provides members with services including business consulting, insurance and pension solutions, finance and asset management, fiduciary and tax support, training and coaching, and access to a specialised advisor network, with implementation and administration supported by the SVZ Schweizer VerbandsZentrum.

Schweizer Verband der Investmentgesellschaften (SVIG) 

Baar · Since 2004

The company's core activity is the representation and support of investment companies and asset managers in Switzerland, particularly in the areas of anti-money laundering supervision and regulation. The Swiss Association of Investment Companies (SVIG) offers its members industry-specific regulations, solutions and training, and represents their interests.

Schweiz. Fachverband für hinterlüftete Fassaden (SFHF) 

Bösingen · Since 2023

The company's core activity is the promotion and support of ventilated facades (VF) in Switzerland. The Swiss Specialist Association for Ventilated Facades (SFHF) provides information, resources and services to support the planning, execution and use of VF. This includes providing specialist knowledge, training and consulting, as well as promoting sustainability and energy efficiency in the construction industry.

Schweiz Tourismus 

Zurich · Since 1942

Schweiz Tourismus is the national tourism organisation that promotes Switzerland as a holiday, travel and congress destination and provides B2B services to the tourism industry. Its activities include marketing partnerships, market research, international market representation, events, member services and B2B tools for managing and distributing content on MySwitzerland.com.

Schweiz. Vereinigung für Biochemie nach Dr. Schüssler 

Mettmenstetten · Since 2011

The company's core activity is the promotion, information and application of the therapeutic mineral salt doctrine according to Dr. med. W.H. Schüssler.

Schwestern-Farnikova-Stiftung 

Basel · Since 2007

The core activity of the Schwestern-Farnikova-Stiftung is to provide financial support to individuals or institutions with an anthroposophical purpose, as well as to individuals or institutions whose activities are compatible with this purpose. The foundation focuses on promoting projects in the fields of education, art, agriculture, and medicine, with a particular emphasis on smaller, manageable, and sustainable projects.

Schwyz Tourismus AG, Brunnen 

Brunnen · Since 2017

The core activity of Schwyz Tourismus AG is the development, management and coordination of the tourism system in the canton of Schwyz, including the networking and support of the four Schwyzer tourism regions and Gastro Schwyz, as well as the provision of services for the regions and the support of the canton of Schwyz in the implementation of tourism policy.