Performing and Responsible Social Sciences Research (PERFORM)
01.11.2013
- 31.03.2019
Social Sciences in the Western Balkans lack recognition and influence. This project is designed to improve the quality and relevance of social research for political and social reforms in the region. Strengthened research communities, defining their research agenda and delivering quality research, a structured dialogue with public and private stakeholders, improving the relevance and policy incidence of research, and more conducive frame conditions for social research shall result from this project.
Progetto concluso
Regional Research Promotion Programme
01.09.2013
- 30.06.2017
The programme promotes research in social sciences in the Western Balkans. While still having a rather marginal role, social sciences are highly relevant to bring forward social and political reforms in the region. Young researchers, in particular young female researchers, shall get their chance to conduct research according to international standards and thus remain motivated to stay in their countries of origin. In addition, research institutions get support to be prepared for increasing European integration.
Improving Financial Protection and Quality of Care (Contribution to a World Bank Hybrid Trust Fund)
01.09.2013
- 30.06.2023
Kosovo has initiated a wide-ranging health sector reform, a cornerstone of which is the introduction of the mandatory health insurance. Given the complexity of the reforms, technical support will be crucial in assisting an effective implementation. Moreover, a better informed targeting of public subsidies will protect poor people from either foregoing health care or being impoverished due to out of pocket payments for health care in case of ill health.
Progetto concluso
Swiss Contribution to the European Endowment for Democracy
15.07.2013
- 31.12.2015
Initiated by Poland and launched by the EU with the financial support of a number of European countries, the European Endowment for Democracy intends to promote democracy by supporting "agents of change" in the bordering countries of the EU in the East and in the South. Switzerland is represented in the Board of Governors and supports the endowment with a contribution of 1 million CHF earmarked for grants provided by the European Endowment for Democracy to projects.
Progetto concluso
Contribution to the Association "Alblnfo ch" Diaspora-website and activities
01.06.2013
- 31.12.2017
The role of the numerous Albanian speaking diaspora living in Switzerland for the development of their countries of origin is of high significance. The flows of financial remittances, of social capital, professional and cultural know-how are important resources for development. Alblnfo ch is an important stakeholder in this regard, offenng an interactive platform of refiection, debate, contacts and networking as well as professional and neutral information service to the diaspora in Switzertand and beyond.
Progetto concluso
Lugano Summer School - Support for health professionals and managers from Low- and Middle-Income Countries with a SOC health focus
01.05.2013
- 30.04.2017
Empowering the workforce at all levels and within each of the building blocks of the health system through training is mandatory for improving health system performance. Therefore the goal of the of the Lugano Summer School is to strengthen and sustain the capacity of health professionals in selected low and middle income countries to manage, develop and promote health services and health systems at conceptual, strategic, and operational levels.
Progetto concluso
Maggiori opportunità di lavoro per i giovani in Kosovo
01.04.2013
- 15.11.2017
In Kosovo l’elevata disoccupazione giovanile è in parte riconducibile alla scarsa competitività delle aziende sul piano internazionale. Il progetto «Promoting Private Sector Employment» (PPSE) si prefigge di potenziare le imprese dell’industria alimentare e del turismo e di promuovere la creazione di nuovi posti di lavoro.
| Paese/Regione | Tema | Periodo | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Kosovo |
Impiego & sviluppo economico
Creazione di occupazione
|
01.04.2013 - 15.11.2017 |
CHF 7'130'000 |
Progetto concluso
Contribution to the Open Regional Fund for Modernisation of Municipal Services (ORF MMS) of the GiZ
01.02.2013
- 30.09.2016
Regional cooperation is an important element in achieving approximation between Western Balkan (WB) countries. The GiZ Open Regional Fund for Modernisation of Municipal Services (ORF MMS) is one of the few regional instruments that provides technical advice and financial funds to projects, that are jointly launched by regional service providers. The aim is to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of municipal services through skills development, promotion of good practices and common tools.
Progetto concluso
Swiss-Kosovo Local Governance and Decentralization Support (LOGOS)
01.01.2013
- 31.12.2013
Since the independence in 2008, Kosovo has achieved good progress in the field of local governance and decentralisation. The progress however relates mainly to realisation of the political decentralisation agenda (“Ahtisaari Plan”), whereas in the local governance reform, despite initial achievements, important challenges remain ahead. The project will contribute to strengthening Local Governance and Decentralization reforms in municipalities in South Eastern Kosovo.
Progetto concluso
Regional Program: Scientific Cooperation between Eastern Europe and Switzerland (SCOPES), Institutional Partnerships and Research
01.01.2013
- 31.12.2018
Der Schweizerische Nationalfonds setzt das seit 1990 laufende Projekt SCOPES mit Partnern aus Osteuropa und der GUS um. Im Rahmen dieser Zusammenarbeit werden Forschungsinstitutionen aus Partnerländern in ihren Aufgaben unterstützt. Als weiteres Element führen Forschungsteams aus Osteuropa und der Schweiz in gemeinsamen Forschungsprojekten Grundlagenforschung durch. Deren internationale Vernetzung trägt wesentlich dazu bei, qualitativ hochwertige Forschungsresultate nutzbar zu machen.
Progetto concluso
Gestione dei rischi di catastrofi naturali tramite il rafforzamento delle capacità e la cooperazione
01.01.2013
- 31.12.2015
Per offrire maggiore sicurezza alla popolazione è fondamentale ridurre i rischi di catastrofi naturali. La Svizzera ha pertanto iscritto questo obiettivo nell'agenda del suo anno di presidenza dell'Organizzazione per la sicurezza e la cooperazione in Europa (OSCE) nel 2014, programmando conferenze internazionali e corsi di pratica.
| Paese/Regione | Tema | Periodo | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
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Europa dell'Est e CSI |
Altro
Sector not specified
|
01.01.2013 - 31.12.2015 |
CHF 4'000'000 |
Progetto concluso
Contribution to the programme of Swiss Red Cross (Est)
01.01.2013
- 31.12.2014
The SRC’s overall goal is to contribute to healthy and safe living for vulnerable groups and communities. Since access to quality health care services remains a key factor for good health, the SRC promotes both supply and demand side of local health systems. As healthy living also depends on the environment, SRC focuses on health determinants such as water, sanitation, nutrition and health literacy. Adressing risks and disasters, SRC programmes encompass disaster risk reduction measures and foster community resilience.