The project database provides concrete insights into the international cooperation work of the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO). You can filter for projects by topic, country and project owner (either the SDC or SECO).
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Application of Migration Policy for Decent Work of Migrant Workers
01.01.2019
- 31.07.2022
Men and women who opt for migrating abroad for employment will benefit from better protection through pre-departure orientation, the application of international standard contracts and access to social security/welfare. The project will improve migration governance in Bangladesh by strengthening the rather weak policy and legislative framework and by building the capacity of the government to expand and improve services for migrant workers.
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Program Contribution to Fastenopfer (FO) 2019 - 2020
01.01.2019
- 31.12.2020
Fastenopfer (FO) is a Swiss Catholic relief organization established in Luzern in 1961. It supports disadvantaged people and communities of all confessions aiming at overcoming hunger and poverty in partnership with organisations in 14 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America as well as with partners in Switzerland. FO promotes socio- cultural and economic transformation towards sustainable development and is especially engaged in the areas of food security, sustainable economy and gender equality.
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Contribution au Club du Sahel et de l’Afrique de l’Ouest (CSAO)
01.01.2019
- 31.12.2022
L’Afrique de l’Ouest est confrontée à d’énormes défis : insécurité alimentaire chronique, pauvreté élevée, insécurités, emplois des jeunes, extrémisme violent etc. Le Club du Sahel et de l’Afrique de l’Ouest est une plateforme internationale unique qui nourrit par ses analyses et ses recommandations la prise de décision des acteurs politiques et de développement de la région afin de mieux traiter ces défis. L’appui de la DDC contribuera ainsi à la sécurité alimentaire et la stabilité de la région
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Programme contribution to Brot für alle / Bread for all 2019-2020
01.01.2019
- 31.12.2020
Bread for all (Bfa), the development organization of the protestant churches of Switzerland, has aligned its mandate with the Agenda 2030. Through a network of ten faith-based organizations active in partner countries, Bfa supports disadvantaged people to access Food Security, Education and Health. It also strengthens communities in peacebuilding and conflict transformation, while furthering the social responsibility of Swiss stakeholders.
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PSPH – Private Sector Partnerships for Health
01.01.2019
- 31.10.2025
This project aims to contribute to overall health systems strengthening in Somalia. It supports sustainable private sector healthcare financing and service delivery through networks and associations of private providers. Thereby, the project improves access to quality and affordable service delivery, increasing the stability of the country, which is in the interest of Switzerland.
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SDC Education Fund
01.01.2019
- 31.12.2022
As part of its increased commitment for Education and of the implementation of SDC’s Education Strategy, the SDC launches an Education Fund in order to incentivize innovation and the application of new approaches in basic education/vocational skills development and through educational activities across sectors. Innovation can have a catalytic effect on the effectiveness of programmes in and through education. Education is a core enabler for sustainable development and is an important lever in Switzerland’s commitment to promote human and economic development, peace and stability.
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Financial support to the Programme of Work and Budget (PWB) of the OECD Development Center 2021-2022
01.01.2019
- 31.12.2020
The Development Center of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) is a policy oriented institution which conducts studies and provides platforms for dialogues and knowledge sharing between OECD and non OECD countries. Switzerland’s support to the Center contributes to the development of inclusive and responsive public policies that foster sustainable and inclusive growth with the objective to reduce poverty and inequalities in emerging and developing economies.
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Civil Society for Social Cohesion
01.01.2019
- 31.12.2025
Lack of political pact on power sharing and misallocation of national resources generate exclusion and regional asymmetries intensifying potential conflict and fragility. The project to be implemented by three civil society organization will deepen social cohesion in the three conflict-volatile provinces in Northern Mozambique, promoting meaningful civic engagement of youth and women in political and socio-economic spaces and citizen centric accountable governance. It builds on Switzerland’s experience in contributing to a peaceful society, leaving no one behind, strengthening the social contract and by developing a joint future.
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Intégration de la santé mentale dans les soins de santé primaire au Burundi
01.01.2019
- 30.11.2025
L’intégration de la santé mentale dans les services de santé primaire au Burundi vise à fournir une prise en charge adaptée aux personnes atteintes de maladies mentales post traumatiques. Ces dernières sont parmi les causes profondes des conflits au Burundi. Ce programme, qui permet à la Suisse de développer une niche particulière, appuie des institutions nationales, le système de formation spécialisée et vise à l’amélioration du cadre législatif en matière de santé mentale.
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PCPC - Participation citoyenne et prévention des conflits dans la région des Grands Lacs
01.01.2019
- 31.08.2024
La région des Grands Lacs reste marquée par des crises politiques et des déterminants à long terme de la fragilité, tels que la mauvaise gouvernance, qui ont une incidence sur les conflits et la cohésion sociale. Par cette intervention, la Suisse entend contribuer à la consolidation de la paix et à l’inclusion sociale par le renforcement des mécanismes de prévention et de gestion des conflits communautaires et le maintien d’espaces de redevabilité entre l’Etat et les citoyens. Le projet sera mis en œuvre via des contributions à des partenaires régionaux, nationaux et locaux.
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North Africa Cultural Programme (NACP), Phase 1
15.12.2018
- 31.03.2023
By developing a Regional Cultural Programme, Switzerland seeks to facilitate intercultural dialogue and exchange as a foundation for peace and conflict sensitive development in North Africa and to foster artistic expression as a driver of change in support to the challenges of transition. This will promote peaceful coexistence, political stability and social cohesion in North Africa, hence providing a contribution to the prevention of violent extremism and alternatives for the fulfillment of North African youth in their own societies.
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Soutien aux activités d’INSO au Sahel
15.12.2018
- 31.12.2021
Switzerland will support the activities of INSO in the Sahel Region for the coming 4 years. By doing so, Switzerland caters to the safety and security of its implementing agencies, international and African alike, in Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger and Chad. This will allow SDC to fulfill its mandate of operating in fragile contexts, keeping-up with the principles of “staying engaged” and respecting humanitarian principles. Benefitting organisations will be able to increase their conflict-sensitivity both while in the field and when devising new programmes.
