The SDC has been committed to supporting and protecting civilians affected by the conflict in Darfur, funding programmes by the WFP, UNHCR, ICRC, OCHA, UNICEF and various NGOs (MSF-Switzerland, Terre des Hommes–Lausanne).
Swiss experts have been regularly deployed (Seconded) to strengthen UN-organisation capacities.
Building partnerships with private businesses and launching effective, sustainable initiatives; a contribution to achieving the Millennium Development Goals.
The potential to use and incorporate the knowledge and capital of multilateral organisations into development cooperation.
Cooperation with NGOs that have a track-record in performance, competence and knowledge, their own financial base and are well-established in society.
Research and innovation as key factors for sustainable economic, social and environmental development and solving global problems.
Using and incorporating the knowledge of federal agencies, cantons and communes; engaging in political dialogue with governments with a view to achieving reforms or better economic and social conditions.
Alongside the guidelines for the awarding of mandates and contributions, the FDFA provides information on planned and awarded mandates and criteria for contributions to NGO programmes.
An overview of information sources and work materials for specialists.
Continuing education opportunities for FDFA staff and staff of Swiss development cooperation organisations.
