Themes
Switzerland’s international cooperation addresses global challenges through a targeted thematic approach. It focuses on global thematic programmes and contributes to international policy dialogue in the areas of the economy and education; peace, governance and equality; climate, disaster risk reduction (DRR) and the environment; migration and forced displacement; health and food; and water.
Economy and education
The SDC supports education and connects it to local economies through vocational skills development. In doing so, it promotes inclusive growth and the private sector.
Peace, governance and equality
Through its global efforts, the SDC invests in peace, governance, and equality to enhance its development effectiveness and have sustainable impact.
Climate, disaster risk reduction and environment
The SDC’s approach on Climate, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), and the environment focuses on combating climate change through targeted, sustainable practices.
Migration and forced displacement
The SDC supports measures in the field of protection, promotes local solutions for forcibly displaced persons to unlock migrants’ economic contributions.
Health and food
The SDC promotes health and nutrition by fostering sustainable diets, equitable health services, and agroecology.
Water
The SDC supports projects that ensure safe drinking water, improve sanitation infrastructure, and promote better water management to ensure healthy water cycles.
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