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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Improving the National Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) capacities of Mongolia
20.01.2023
- 31.12.2025
The intervention seeks to improve the national emergency response capacities of Mongolia in the area of Urban Search And Rescue (USAR). In Mongolia, USAR services are delivered by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA). Capacity building will be pursued through a selection of measures with special focus on targeted training in USAR techniques on the newly built training facilities, as well as support for organizational and operational conceptualization.
Promoting Sustainable Agricultural Market Systems (PROMAS)
16.01.2023
- 31.12.2027
Agriculture is the main source of income for 70% of the population and is an important means to improve people’s livelihood. The sector suffers from low productivity and an unfavourable business environment. Thanks to better functioning markets and capacity building, smallholder farmers will improve their income and resilience through enhanced productivity, improved access to markets, climate adaptation, financial services and private sector development in northern Mozambique.
Working for Health (W4H)
01.01.2023
- 31.05.2027
More health workers with the right skills are needed to achieve the SDGs, particularly in low income countries. Switzerland contributes to a joint WHO, ILO and OECD program providing catalytic support to governments, social partners and other key stakeholders to develop, finance and implement national health workforce strategies and investment plans. This will improve the supply and employment of health workers, maximise their performance, create decent jobs and accelerate progress towards UHC.
Global Compact Network - 23-26 - Ph2
01.01.2023
- 31.12.2026
Since 2019, the UN Global Compact Network Switzerland and Liechtenstein (GCNSL) has reinforced its capabilities and member basis, thus strengthening the implementation of responsible and sustainable business conduct within the highly internationalised Swiss private sector. The next phase will focus on scaling up impact and broaden partnerships with local networks in emerging and developing countries and fragile contexts to expand the contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).
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Program Contribution to Médecins Sans Frontières Suisse 2023-2024
01.01.2023
- 31.12.2024
Médecins Sans Frontières Suisse (MSF-CH) delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics & disasters and to communities excluded from health services. It focuses on medical and surgical assistance as well as on strengthening of local healthcare. MSF-CH cares for mothers & children, provides sexual, reproductive & paediatric care, responds to epidemics such as Covid-19, and treats non-communicable diseases & mental health conditions. It brings to attention neglected crises and advocates for improved medical treatments and protocols.
Appui au secteur des médias dans la région des Grands Lacs
01.01.2023
- 31.12.2026
Les médias sont des acteurs clés dans le contexte sociopolitique complexe de la région des Grands Lacs pour la consolidation de la paix. En soutenant les trois pays dans ce secteur, la Suisse souhaite contribuer à la promotion d’une pluralité démocratique fondée sur des réformes inclusives favorables à l’exercice des médias libres et indépendants, à l’accès aux informations de qualité aux populations, tenant compte des enjeux sociopolitiques importants auxquels ils font face.
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Mekong Region Land Governance (MRLG)
01.01.2023
- 31.12.2025
Switzerland with its longstanding engagement and experience in land and natural resource management will support a last phase of the “Mekong Region Land Governance” project. This Swiss flagship project will continue to support Alliances of Reform-Actors, including policy-makers and civil society, to improve policy-making environment and implementation toward improved land tenure security for vulnerable family farmers in the Mekong region, particularly in Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar and Vietnam.
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Contribution to UNRWA’s Emergency Interventions in Lebanon 2023
01.01.2023
- 31.12.2023
Due to the several crises that have affected Lebanon over the past three years, the needs of Palestinian refugees have become more urgent. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) is crucial to respond to the most basic needs of Palestine refugees as well as to maintain regional stability. Thus, in response to UNRWA's Syria, Lebanon, and Jordan Emergency Appeal 2023, Switzerland designates its support to the urgent needs of Palestine refugees in Lebanon, including the provision of cash assistance.
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Together possible - Program contribution WWF Switzerland Global Engagement Program (GEP) 2023–2024
01.01.2023
- 31.12.2024
The World Wide Fund for Nature Switzerland is a Swiss NGO funded by foundations, private donors and its 300’000 members. As a fully autonomous organization it is part of WWF’s global network, which is present in almost 100 countries. Through and jointly with local WWF offices, it works towards sustaining natural resources such as freshwater, forests and coastlines whilst improving the livelihoods of disadvantaged and marginalized communities depending on functioning ecosystem services.
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Program contribution to Helvetas, 2023-2024
01.01.2023
- 31.12.2024
Helvetas is an independent Swiss NGO supported by over 100’000 members and private donors. It is active in 32 countries with over 250 projects and about 1’600 staff addressing multiple dimensions of poverty and improving the living conditions of disadvantaged communities in the South and in Eastern Europe. Helvetas is an important actor of the Swiss International Cooperation promoting international solidarity and raising awareness about sustainable development, including in the tourism.
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Fédération Genevoise de Coopération (FGC) – Contribution programme 2023-2024
01.01.2023
- 31.12.2024
La Fédération Genevoise de Coopération (FGC) est une association faitière créée en 1966 qui regroupe 59 ONG de développement. Elle apporte un soutien technique et financier aux activités de ses organisations membres et leurs projets dans les pays du Sud, en faveur des populations les plus démunies. Partenaire des collectivités publiques genevoises, elle est garante de qualité et d’une bonne gestion, et elle sensibilise la population genevoise aux enjeux globaux des 17 Objectifs Durables du Développement de l’Agenda 2030.
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Program Contribution to Pestalozzi Children’s Foundation 2023-24
01.01.2023
- 31.12.2024
The Pestalozzi Children's Foundation (PCF) is a globaly active Swiss non-profit organization. PCF enhances inclusive and equitable quality education with a focus on the most vulnerable children. Through capacity development and close cooperation with local NGOs and other partners, PCF supports the strengthening of civil society as a way to effectivively promote human rights, gender equality and sustainable development. Its support to international cooperation in education draws from Swiss expertise in the field of education.
