Associations & Interest Groups

Appenzellerland Tourismus AG 

Herisau · Since 2009

The core activity of Appenzellerland Tourismus AG is the promotion and marketing of tourism in the Appenzellerland region. This includes catering to tourists, creating and distributing informational materials, organizing events, and collaborating with local partners. The company also offers services such as arranging accommodations, organizing group trips, and advising tourists.

Appenzellische Winkelriedstiftung 

Herisau · Since 1991

Appenzellische Winkelriedstiftung provides information on its purpose, activities and organisation on its website and is under the patronage of the Appenzellische Offiziersgesellschaft. Requests for support can be submitted via an application form available on the website.

Apprentis Du Monde 

Sierre · Since 2012

The company Accueil NOTRE BUT : Leurs donner un métier! Apprentis Du Monde is involved in the training and integration of young people into the labor market, particularly through the placement of apprenticeships and the support of trainees.

Aqua Alimenta 

Zurich · Since 2017

The core activity of Aqua Alimenta is to promote productive and ecological small-scale agriculture, particularly through the development and implementation of small-scale irrigation systems and ecological production methods, in order to improve the food and livelihood security of small-scale farmers in developing countries.

Arab Asset, Facility and Maintenance Management Council (OMAINTEC) 

Montagnola · Since 2016

The core activity of the company "Arab Council for Asset, Facility and Maintenance Management" consists in providing services and activities in the field of asset, facility and maintenance management, including: professionalization and certification of specialists, conducting studies and consulting, development and publication of standards and specifications, organization of conferences and events, publication of publications and magazines, operation of a training center, and provision of information and resources for members and interested parties.

Arbeitgeberverband der Banken in der Schweiz 

Basel · Since 2011

The core activity of the company 'Arbeitgeber Banken' is the representation and support of the interests of employers in the Swiss banking industry. This includes services such as consulting, social partnership, labor market analysis and events aimed at promoting the employability of employees and improving cooperation between employers and employees.

Arbeitsgemeinschaft für das messianische Zeugnis an Israel 

Muttenz · Since 2005

Arbeitsgemeinschaft für das messianische Zeugnis an Israel supports nonprofit projects and institutions, promotes reconciliation work and provides informational and educational resources. It publishes the magazine “focus Israel”, organises lectures and trips, reports on current developments and cooperates with messianic Jewish and Arab Christian partners in Israel and the autonomous territories.

Arbeitsgemeinschaft Schweizerischer Rinderzüchter (ASR) Genossenschaft 

Zollikofen · Since 1916

The company's core activity is the promotion and coordination of cattle breeding in Switzerland. This includes the development and implementation of common procedures for herd bookkeeping, milk and meat production, breeding technology and genetics. The company also supports the political interests of the industry vis-à-vis the relevant authorities and promotes the export of genetics and the international competitiveness of Swiss cattle breeding.

Arbeitsmarktkontrolle für das Baugewerbe, AMKB 

Pratteln · Since 2017

The core activity of AMKB is the observation and control of the labor market in the construction industry in Switzerland, particularly in monitoring working conditions, wages and social contributions on construction sites, as well as in the prevention and combating of undeclared work and wage dumping.

arbiz ARBEITS- UND BILDUNGSZENTRUM 

Lucerne · Since 2000

arbiz ARBEITS- UND BILDUNGSZENTRUM provides coaching, career and vocational counselling, assessments and support for professional reintegration and outplacement. It also operates an ICDL test centre, offers computer courses, runs a practice company and supplies HR support services including recruitment and selection assistance.

Arcanum Stiftung 

Fribourg · Since 2005

The core activity of the Arcanum Foundation is the promotion of social projects, particularly in the areas of children and young people in developing countries (with a focus on Burundi) and families in poverty in the canton of Fribourg. The foundation supports its partner organizations through financial resources, knowledge, network and contacts to improve the performance of the organizations and promote the implementation of projects.

ARCHE DES ABEILLES, Fondation pour la sauvegarde des abeilles et l'éducation de la jeunesse 

Geneva · Since 2019

The core activity of the company 'Fondation Arche des Abeilles' is the conservation and promotion of bee populations, particularly through the reintroduction of bee colonies, the planting of flowers for bees and other pollinators, the education and awareness-raising of children and adults about the importance of bees for the environment and society, as well as the support of beekeepers in the care and conservation of bee colonies.

Arco Foundation 

Winterthur · Since 2005

The core activity of the Arco Foundation is to act as an intermediary between donors and beneficiaries, particularly in supporting donors in the selection and management of donation projects, as well as in advising and supporting donors on charitable matters. The foundation offers individual solutions to donors to efficiently implement their charitable projects and supports investment advisors, asset managers and other trusted persons on charitable matters.

Argidius Foundation 

Zug · Since 1998

The core activity of Argidius Foundation is to support small and medium-sized enterprises in developing countries, thereby promoting job creation and combating poverty. To achieve this, the foundation collaborates with local partner organizations to support business development and promote economic growth in these countries.

Arthur Waser Stiftung 

Lucerne · Since 1999

Arthur Waser Stiftung is a charitable foundation that supports educational programmes in Tanzania, Ghana and Ethiopia and backs vocational training, school design and sustainable agriculture initiatives. In Switzerland the foundation funds arts, cultural and social projects connected to Central Switzerland.

Artisans boulangers-pâtissiers-confiseurs vaudois, société coopérative 

Pully · Since 1916

Artisans boulangers-pâtissiers-confiseurs vaudois, société coopérative is a cooperative that represents bakers, pastry chefs and confectioners and provides administrative, legal and professional services to its members. It organises vocational training and apprenticeships, maintains a jobs board, and manages sector labels and promotional activities.

ARTISET 

Bern · Since 2021

ARTISET is the federation of service providers for people with support needs. It represents the sector associations CURAVIVA, INSOS and YOUVITA and provides information services, continuing education, events, policy positions and project support for organisations that care for older people, people with disabilities, children and youth.

ärzte-forum.swiss 

St. Gallen · Since 2017

The core activity of the company "ärzte-forum.swiss" is to provide services and support to physicians and medical professionals in Switzerland. This includes: * Consulting and support in practice management, including legal advice, tax advice, and trust services * Arranging locum tenens during illness, death, or vacation * Support in taking over or closing a practice * Educational and informational offers for medical professionals * A protected information forum for members to discuss questions and problems * A job portal for physicians and medical professionals. The company positions itself as a self-help organization that represents the interests of its members and provides them with support.

Ärztenetz promedico AG 

Pfäffikon Sz · Since 2021

The company promedico is a network of physicians specializing in supporting doctors in patient care. The core activities include: coordinating tasks between doctors, practices, and insurance partners; managing and coordinating between insurance partners and practices; supporting the further development and quality improvement of patient care; promoting an efficient and effective network structure; and collaborating with insurance partners to enable optimal premiums for customers. The company focuses on coordinated primary care and offers HMO and family doctor models for physicians and patients.

Aseba 

Dürrenroth · Since 1993

The core activity of ASEBA-Switzerland is Christian-diakonic aid and support for people in need, particularly in crisis areas such as Kurdistan, Kazakhstan and Israel. This includes humanitarian aid actions, such as the distribution of donations and support for refugees, as well as the dissemination of the Christian message. ASEBA works independently and in partnership with other organizations to provide needs-based and efficient aid.