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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Capacity for Healthy diets Advocacy, Regulatory and fiscal measures, Data for accountability and action, and Social mobilization (CHARDS)
01.11.2025
- 31.10.2029
The project aims at capacitating governments and mobilizing civil society to foster a better food environment and address the double burden of malnutrition through integrated regulatory and policy actions, based on scientific data. By the end of the project, additional global monitoring data and evidence from pilot countries will inform the design of regulatory and fiscal measures to promote healthy diets and increased physical activity for the prevention of non-communicable diseases.
Santé Mentale pour la Paix et le Développement Durable au Burundi – «NI ABACU»
01.11.2025
- 31.10.2029
La santé mentale est un problème de santé publique majeur au Burundi. Le projet vise à intégrer la prévention et la prise en charge des maladies mentales post traumatiques dans les services de santé primaire, avec un accent sur la formation du personnel. Outres les aspects sanitaires, la mise en oeuvre par des acteurs locaux, le projet contribue à la localisation de l’aide, à la cohésion sociale et à la consolidation de la paix au Burundi.
OPT- GAZA: Evacuation of warwounded children and their families from Gaza
20.10.2025
- 31.12.2025
The intervention aims to evacuate 20 war-wounded children from Gaza to Switzerland for medical treatment as well as their family members. The focus is to ensure specialized medical care and protection for the most vulnerable victims of the conflict. Relevance lies in responding to the acute humanitarian crisis and the collapse of Gaza’s health system. The initiative highlights Switzerland’s humanitarian tradition and commitment to international solidarity. In addition to four Federal Departments of the Swiss Confederation, the key partners are: WHO, MSF-Switzerland, Rega, and the Swiss Air Force.
GAP: Local action to close gaps in humanitarian support today and to build resilience for tomorrow
15.10.2025
- 31.10.2027
This project improves access to essential services in vulnerable communities in Venezuela, while also helping people prepare for the future by strengthening resilience and social cohesion. It supports local organizations so they can respond to humanitarian needs, prevent future crises, and continue their work sustainably despite the challenging environment for civil society.
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)- Earthquake Response 2025
10.10.2025
- 31.12.2025
With the most recent geophysical disaster, Afghanistan is facing a dual humanitarian crisis. A 6.0-magnitude earthquake in eastern provinces has left over 500,000 people in urgent need, while refugee returns from Pakistan have surged to more than 100,000 in early September alone—many to earthquake-affected areas. Humanitarian resources are overstretched as UNHCR and other agencies work to deliver life-saving assistance, protection, and reintegration support.
Local Solutions for Disaster Risk Reduction in Latin America and the Caribbean
06.10.2025
- 05.10.2029
The initiative seeks to build disaster and climate resilience in 16 cities across 8 Latin American and Caribbean targeted countries. Co-designed by UN-Habitat and SDC’s Regional Hub Lima, it focuses on inclusive, risk-informed municipal planning and community-led solutions. Aligned with national priorities, the initiative fosters multi-stakeholder participation and collaboration to protect lives and promote resilient, locally owned urban development.
Strengthening Livelihoods and Social Inclusion in Georgia’s Forest Sector Reform
01.10.2025
- 31.12.2029
Since 2020, Switzerland has supported Georgia’s Forest Sector Reform (FSR), led by the Georgian Government with co-financing from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and Germany. In this final phase, Switzerland will continue its contribution to address decades of forest overuse and weak governance that left ecosystems degraded. Priorities include municipal forest management, stronger forestry education, and sustainable, inclusive value chains. Swiss expertise will promote quality standards, innovation, and research.
Projet Résilience alimentaire des personnes déplacées internes (ProRes), phase unique
01.10.2025
- 30.09.2028
Au Burkina Faso, plus de 2 millions de personnes, majoritairement des femmes et des enfants, sont déplacées à cause du conflit. Ces personnes vivent dans une grande vulnérabilité, avec un accès limité aux ressources essentielles. La Suisse et l’Allemagne unissent leurs efforts pour soutenir 84 000 déplacés internes. Leur appui vise la reconstitution durable des moyens d’existence. L’intervention promeut un accès équitable à la terre, à l’eau et à la forêt dans un cadre apaisé.
Healthcare for Rohingya and host communities – CoxCare
01.10.2025
- 30.09.2026
The intervention promotes resilience, preparedness, and continuity of locally led healthcare amidst rising humanitarian needs and declining funding. Safe childbirth services, sexual and gender-based violence response, and access to dignified, gender-sensitive healthcare are a prime focus. The project will contribute to strengthening access to healthcare for Rohingya refugees as well as for host communities in Cox’s Bazar, who face systemic marginalisation and limited services.
Youth For Future II
01.10.2025
- 31.03.2028
Young migrants, forcibly displaced persons (FDPs), and marginalized Egyptians face serious risks of exploitation, exclusion, and poverty. Many struggle to access livelihood opportunities and basic services. This project aims to reduce protection risks by enhancing employability and supporting inclusive protection services. The project also advocates for fair and inclusive policies that uphold the rights and dignity of all youth. At its core, the project promotes equity, resilience, and opportunity.
PIATE – Projet pour l’Innovation et l’Accélération de la Transformation des Entreprises.
01.10.2025
- 30.09.2028
Au Mali, les entreprises font face à des contraintes majeures telles que le financement, l’électricité, l’accès à l’information, l’encadrement et les marchés. Pour répondre à ces défis, la Suisse soutient le PIATE, une initiative du Patronat malien. Ce projet vise à mettre en place un centre d’information, d’orientation et d’assistance stratégique aux entreprises. Il s’inscrit dans une dynamique de partenariat public-privé structuré et durable. Cette approche reflète la cohérence de l’engagement du Buco aux côtés du privé.
Modernizing VET in Agriculture in Armenia (MAVETA)
01.10.2025
- 30.09.2028
Switzerland with Germany and Austria continues to support Armenia’s transition to a work-based VET system building on its expertise and first phase results. The project will empower and strengthen state actors to take ownership and coordinate efforts towards a more inclusive and labour market relevant system. Simultaneously, targeted support to colleges and private sector organizations should improve agricultural VET quality, enabling rural youth to access decent job opportunities.
