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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EGY, GIZ, Green Inclusive Agriculture
01.11.2023
- 31.10.2029
The project aims to improve income and contribute to poverty alleviation of 14000 Egyptian small older farmers and agricultural workers by building their ability to better respond to climate change using climate smart agriculture, improving market linkage and promoting entrepreneurship in selected villages in Upper Egypt.
Project completed
Armenia – Contribution to Refugee Response Plan
15.10.2023
- 31.03.2024
As part of its emergency response to the arrival in Armenia of more than 100’000 people from Nagorno Karabakh between 24.09 and 04.10.2023, Switzerland, through the SDC, provides an unearmarked contribution of CHF 500’000 to the UN Inter-Agency Refugee Response Plan (RRP) that supports the Government of Armenia’s efforts to host these people in the best possible conditions in view of the coming winter, and to enhance the resilience of both host communities and the newly arrived refugees.
Project completed
VEN:Tierra Viva - Aten. Int. com. indig
15.10.2023
- 31.12.2024
In line with the 2023 Humanitarian Response Plan for Venezuela, Fundación Tierra Viva will provide humanitarian assistance in the sectors of health, nutrition and livelihoods to indigenous communities in the state of Bolivar and Delta Amacuro, with the aim of addressing the emergency nutritional situation of children, pregnant and lactating mothers and adults. As well as the recovery and strengthening of agricultural practices.
Renforcer le mécanisme de réponse aux crises pastorales
15.10.2023
- 31.12.2027
Au Niger, 20% de la population dépend de l’élevage comme source principale de revenu, mais se retrouve précarisée par des crises récurrentes. L’aide n’est pas adaptée au mode de vie nomade, ce qui a pour conséquence la marginalisation systématique des ménages pastoraux dans la réponse. La Suisse contribue au renforcement des dispositifs de veille et évaluation des besoins, afin de garantir une amélioration de la sécurité alimentaire et nutritionnelle de ces ménages.
Core Contribution to the Regional Cooperation Council
15.10.2023
- 31.12.2026
The Regional Cooperation Council was officially launched in 2008 as the successor to the Stability Pact for South Eastern Europe. The Berlin Process in 2014 gave a new impetus to the regional cooperation and positioned the Council as a medium for communication between the Western Balkan and the EU. It represents an important tool for fostering the stability in the region by bringing together 46 countries, international organisations and banks, mainly from the EU, South East Europe and Western Balkans.
Crossborder Trade for Peace
15.10.2023
- 30.09.2027
Ce projet nexus est axé sur le renforcement du commerce transfrontalier en tant que vecteur d'une meilleure compréhension et d'une plus grande interdépendance entre des communautés divisées de part et d'autre des frontières de la RDC, du Rwanda et du Burundi. Le projet contribue aux objectifs du Programme régional Grands Lacs 2022-2025 qui vise la consolidation de la paix et la transformation et prévention des conflits récurrents dans la région et le développement économique des personnes vulnérables.
Project completed
Colombia: MIRE+, Assistance to Victims of Violence
01.10.2023
- 31.07.2025
The humanitarian crisis in Colombia continues despite growing efforts towards peace. Armed groups fighting for territory and valuable natural resources inflict extreme harm on rural and ethnic communities. In line with the Swiss interest to respond to humanitarian crises, SDC remains dedicated to supporting these communities, enhancing their individual and collective resilience. The project integrates humanitarian action with a developmental and peace orientation (nexus).
Human Rights Grants (HRG) program in Tajikistan
01.10.2023
- 30.11.2027
The Human Rights grants program will support local and international organizations working in Tajikistan on acute Human Rights issues. The program will provide cofunding opportunities to selected projects related to child rights, freedom of press, human rights in custody, prevention of gender-based violence and the rights of migrants/refugees.
Contribution to UNESCO project: Empowering the government and citizens of Uzbekistan by strengthening access to information, accountability of institutions and media competence
01.10.2023
- 30.09.2026
The project will strengthen citizen’s access to information, accountability and transparency of governmental institutions and enhance the quality of the media and information landscape in Uzbekistan. UNESCO as implementing partner has a solid partnership with the government and supports ongoing legislative reforms with expertise, ensuring alignment with international standards, capacity building for key government stakeholders (incl. judiciary, law enforcement bodies) and media competence of professionals.
Project completed
Contribution to OHCHR capacity strenght
01.10.2023
- 31.12.2025
The project aims to strengthen the protection and promotion of human rights in Uzbekistan ensuring justice for victims of human rights abuses, enhancing civic space, integrating human rights principles into development and implementing UN Human Rights Mechanisms recommendation. Upon invitation by the President of Uzbekistan OHCHR has expanded its presence in the country.
Project completed
Colombia: UN Multi-Partner Trust Fund for Peacebuilding MPTF
01.10.2023
- 31.12.2024
Switzerland’s long standing support to peace efforts in Colombia serves its interests for international stability as well as human rights and is in line with Switzerland’s foreign policy interests as defined in the Federal Constitution. The contribution to the Multi-Partner Trust Fund, alongside other donors such as Norway and Germany, will support continuing implementation of the existing Peace Agreement and benefit vulnerable populations in former conflict regions. It will also underpin Switzerland’s current role in support of the government’s efforts for comprehensive peace in Colombia as well as its mandate as elected member of the Security Council.
Project completed
Pediatric Heart Examination and Surgery
01.10.2023
- 31.05.2024
It is a humanitarian aid initiative with strong signs of regional solidarity and friendship between the countries. Heart examinations of children with heart defects in mainly North Korea, Kyrgyzstan, Afghanistan and Mongolia will be carried out. If necessary, children will undergo open heart surgery in Mongolia. The capacity building of cardiologists and local medical professionals is an integral part.
