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Volunteering in Digital Marketing at Capacity

The whole of Switzerland

Year-round

Free spaces available Year-round recurring

Capacity is a non-profit organisation that supports highly qualified people with refugee or migrant backgrounds in building their professional future in Switzerland. By volunteering in digital marketing, you help increase the visibility of Capacity and its programmes. Through your engagement, you help Capacity reach more potential participants, volunteers, partners and supporters. This enables more people to discover the organisation's programmes and helps Capacity reach people who may benefit from or support its programmes.

Social engagement with EDUCA SWISS

online

Year-round

Free spaces available Year-round recurring

EDUCA SWISS is the Swiss Foundation for the Promotion and Financing of Education and, since 2015, the largest private educational support initiative in Switzerland. We are committed to greater equal opportunities in education and training. Our coaches support motivated individuals in realizing their educational goals by providing free guidance in planning and budgeting, and, if needed, EDUCA SWISS arranges low-interest educational loans. As a coach, you will accompany our candidates as they develop their educational and financial plans, making a tangible contribution to expanding educational opportunities. What you can expect: - A meaningful activity with direct social impact - Appreciation from EDUCA SWISS and our candidates - A structured introduction to your role - Being part of a dedicated coaching community - Professional support from the head office team Together, we create sustainable educational opportunities—and change lives. If you are ready to pave the way for education, we look forward to hearing from you.

Volunteering at “Mein Ohr für Dich”: Listening to People

The whole of Switzerland

Year-round

Free spaces available Year-round recurring

The association «My ear for you - just talk!» operates the first everyday telephone for young and old in Switzerland. People who don't have anyone to talk to or who just want to chat can find a volunteer employee who will listen to them in order to have an everyday conversation. The initiative would like to make a contribution to social participation and make a low-threshold telephone offer to lonely people with little or no social contacts. We all know what a good conversation can do: we just feel better afterwards. An initiative from the heart of society - people for people - 100% volunteer work.

Volunteering as a host for the Stand by You Switzerland community

The whole of Switzerland

Year-round

Free spaces available Year-round recurring

Family members and close friends of people with mental illness often face significant challenges as they support their loved ones. Many feel alone with their concerns, questions and experiences and face social stigma. Stand by You Switzerland is committed to ensuring that family members are heard, seen and supported. In a safe online community, family members can share their experiences, find understanding and support one another. As a volunteer community host, you make a valuable contribution to better mental health, social inclusion and active solidarity. You foster respectful interactions, strengthen the sense of community and help other family members feel that they are not alone in their experiences. As a host, you play an important role within our online community. Together with a dedicated moderation team, you create an atmosphere of trust, facilitate meaningful dialogue among equals and ensure that everyone treats one another with respect.

Volunteering as a English-German translator for Social Impact

The whole of Switzerland

Year-round

Free spaces available Year-round recurring

Would you like to use your language skills to create meaningful social impact? As a volunteer translator, you will support the Swiss non-profit organisation Capacity in helping highly qualified refugees and migrants access the labour market in Switzerland. By translating and proofreading communication materials such as newsletters, presentations and information resources, you will contribute directly to inclusive employment opportunities. This volunteering opportunity allows you to apply your professional skills in a meaningful way, gain experience in skills-based volunteering and support an organisation dedicated to social inclusion. Along the way, you will become part of an international team, expand your professional network and connect with people committed to positive change.

Environmental volunteering: helping secure forests for the future

Andermatt or Hospental (UR)

Seasonal

Free spaces available Seasonal recurring

The Wald & Klima Association is committed to reforestation and the long-term preservation of protective forests in the Ursern Valley (canton of Uri). By planting trees suited to the local environment, the association helps protect against natural hazards and supports a mountain forest that can withstand future climate conditions. To help young trees take root and thrive, they need regular care during their first few years. And this is where you come in. During the volunteering assignment, you’ll help tend to areas that have already been planted. You’ll cut back grass, ferns and other vegetation around the young trees to ensure they have enough light and space to grow. No prior experience is needed. After a brief introduction, you can start helping right away. Every assignment helps small saplings grow into a healthy forest that protects future generations. Look forward to an active half day in nature, fascinating insights into forest care and conservation, and the chance to meet interesting people. Alongside the hands-on work, you’ll also enjoy fresh air, exercise and a shared experience outdoors.

Supporting & promoting integration, tandem volunteering

Basel-Stadt und Basel-Landschaft

Year-round

Free spaces available Year-round recurring

Tandem volunteering: Build connections, foster integration and discover new perspectives together! Would you like to volunteer in the Basel region and make a real difference in someone’s life? The zRächtCho Tandem Program pairs volunteers with refugees and newly arrived migrants, fostering meaningful relationships built on mutual respect. Personal connections foster trust, understanding and genuine relationships between people from different backgrounds. You’ll help someone find their footing in Switzerland, encourage social inclusion and play a direct role in their successful integration. At the same time, you’ll broaden your perspective, connect with new cultures and have valuable experiences you’ll remember for years to come. This meaningful volunteer opportunity strengthens social cohesion, breaks down barriers and fosters lasting relationships that benefit everyone involved.

Volunteers wanted for cafeteria support at obvita

St. Gallen

Year-round

Free spaces available Year-round recurring

Would you like to make a social impact while truly enriching the lives of others? Then this volunteer opportunity could be exactly what you are looking for. In the cafeteria, you will support residents in their daily lives by serving drinks and meals and, above all, offering something especially valuable: your time and attention. These interactions often lead to rewarding conversations, new connections, and fascinating insights into the life stories of older adults. Through your volunteer engagement, you will build new social relationships, strengthen your interpersonal skills, and gain firsthand insight into the experiences, interests, and perspectives of senior citizens. Every encounter is an opportunity to learn from one another, broaden your horizons, and actively contribute to a stronger sense of community. This volunteering role allows you to make a meaningful difference while also growing personally. Experience how rewarding volunteer work can be and become part of a dedicated community committed to promoting kindness, human connection, and quality of life.

Become a Volunteer Mentor with DuoL

Vaud / Suisse romande

Year-round

Free spaces available Year-round recurring

Are you looking for meaningful volunteer work with real social impact? Do you enjoy supporting, listening, and sharing your professional experience? Join DuoL as a volunteer mentor and support a job seeker aged 45+ on their journey back to work. Through a flexible 6‑month mentoring program, you help enhance employability, build confidence, and open new career perspectives. Make a difference through mentoring, social engagement, and volunteering in Switzerland.

Volunteering in Digital Marketing at Capacity

Social engagement with EDUCA SWISS

Volunteering at “Mein Ohr für Dich”: Listening to People

Volunteering as a host for the Stand by You Switzerland community

Volunteering as a English-German translator for Social Impact

Environmental volunteering: helping secure forests for the future

Supporting & promoting integration, tandem volunteering

Volunteers wanted for cafeteria support at obvita

Become a Volunteer Mentor with DuoL

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