Progetti

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).

Occupied Palestinian Territory ICRC Operations Appeals 2023: Additional Allocation

01.01.2023 - 31.12.2023

SDC allocates an additional credit to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) for responding to urgent needs generated in the framework of the ongoing (10-11.2023) Israel and Gaza crisis. Funding to ICRC’s operations allows the ICRC to actively respond and to provide immediate protection and life-saving assistance to people affected by the current crisis. In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of predictable and flexible funding to respond to changing needs in humanitarian crises.

MapAction Core Contribution 2023-2025

01.01.2023 - 31.12.2025

The aim of this credit proposal is to improve digital preparedness in the field of GIS/mapping and to become faster and more efficient in emergency response situations through cooperation with MapAction. With the support of SDC, the partner will be able to immediately provide up-to-date and relevant geospatial data and cartographic products in the event of a disaster or crisis.

Additional allocation to WFP Country Strategic Plans - Sudan, Chad, Egypt

01.01.2023 - 31.12.2023

Against historic levels of food security due to conflicts, climate change and COVID-19, Switzerland supports annually in 28 SDC priority countries operations of the World Food Programme (WFP) to provide humanitarian and development assistance. It funds indistinctively Country Strategic Plans, incorporating all WFP programmes or projects, based on affected population needs and potential synergies with other local partners, especially national governments and civil society.

Additional Allocation in 2023 to International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Operations in South Sudan

01.01.2023 - 31.12.2023

SDC funding to ICRC operations allows the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to respond proactively and to provide immediate protection and assistance for people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence. The conflict in Sudan since mid of April 2023, also caused major cross-border displacements to neighbouring countries. South Sudan is one of the most affected countries. The ICRC has adapted and reinforced its capacity to respond to increased humanitarian needs along the border with Sudan.

Swiss Government Contribution to the ICRC Headquarters’ Appeal 2023 (Sitzbudget IKRK)

01.01.2023 - 31.12.2023

The ICRC is the most important partner of SDC in the humanitarian field. One third of the SDC Humanitarian Aid budget is allocated to the ICRC. The core contribution of CHF 80 million reflects Switzerland’s interest for the ICRC to have a strong and well-established headquarters in Geneva.

2023 Additional Allocation to UNHCR’s Operations in Afghanistan

01.01.2023 - 31.12.2023

29.2 mio Afghans - over 70 % of the country’s population - are in need of humanitarian assistance. 15.3 mio Afghans are acutely food insecure. The United Nations Refugee Agency is active in all provinces in Afghanistan and is helping to ease the immediate needs of communities, returnees, Internally Displaced Persons, Afghan refugees returning from neighbouring countries on food, non-food items / shelter, health and water / sanitation / hygiene equipment.

Flood Resilience in the Lower Mekong

01.01.2023 - 31.07.2027

Lao PDR is vulnerable to hydro-meteorological events, exacerbated by climate change and unplanned urbanization. In partnership with the Lao government, Switzerland is committed to strengthening early warning systems, preparedness and response capacities of authorities and vulnerable communities by leveraging low-cost technologies and successful experience of the Cambodian 1294 Early Warning System.

Contribution to UNHCR Programme Budget 2023-2024 (unearmarked)

01.01.2023 - 31.12.2024

UNHCR is one of Switzerland’s key multilateral partners due to its unique mandate by the General Assembly of United Nations to provide protection and assistance to refugees, asylum seekers, refugee returnees, and stateless persons. The strategic direction 2022-26 concretise the overall mandate of UNHCR for the upcoming years. Contributing to these directions allows Switzerland to achieve in particular the human development goal defined in the Dispatch to Parliament on International Cooperation for 2021-24.

Contribution to UNHCR Programme Budget 2023-2024 (earmarked)

01.01.2023 - 31.12.2024

UNHCR is one of Switzerland’s key multilateral partners due to its unique mandate by the General Assembly of United Nations to provide protection and assistance to refugees, asylum seekers, refugee returnees, and stateless persons. The strategic direction 2022-26 concretise the overall mandate of UNHCR for the upcoming years. Contributing to these directions allows Switzerland to achieve in particular the human development goal defined in the Dispatch to Parliament on International Cooperation for 2021-24.

Contributions to OCHA Field Operations in 2023

01.01.2023 - 31.12.2023

The goal of OCHA is to save lives and protect people in humanitarian crises. It contributes to principled and effective humanitarian response in sudden-onset disasters and protracted crises through its five core functions: Coordination, Advocacy and communication, Humanitarian financing, Policy and Information management. In its central coordinating role OCHA works in partner-ship with local, national and international actors.

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.

Progetti

Banca dati dei progetti