Islamic foundations in Switzerland
The Muslim population in Switzerland is growing steadily. Despite their presence, many Muslims face challenges, for example in integrating in a country with a majority Christian religious affiliation. Foundations dedicated to Islam offer support to Muslim communities. Their aim is to promote intercultural understanding as well as the needs and integration of the Muslim population in Switzerland.
Islamic foundations as bridge builders
According to the Federal Statistical Office (FSO), the proportion of Muslims and religious communities derived from Islam in Switzerland reached a new high of 5.9% in 2022. While the number of members of the Roman Catholic and Protestant-Reformed national churches each fell by 7% in the last decade, the Muslim population grew by one percentage point. This development is reflected in the growing number of foundations for Islam in Switzerland that are committed to the concerns of Muslims.
Integration as a foundation purpose
In Switzerland, Islamic foundations are represented in 19 out of 26 cantons, with a geographical focus on the cantons of Geneva with 21 foundations and Zurich with 20 foundations. There are also several foundations active in cantons such as Vaud, Bern and Basel-Stadt that address the concerns of the Muslim population. Swiss foundations for Islam are characterized by a variety of activities. Many of the foundations promote integration, cultural exchange and educational opportunities for Muslim communities, for example through cultural programs and scholarships for Muslim students.
Foundations facilitate intercultural exchange
The Avicenna Foundation is committed to promoting education and culture in a Muslim context. It supports Muslim students and promotes academic projects that encourage dialog between different cultures and religions.
The Islamic Center Volketswil supports the exchange between Muslims and non-Muslims through cultural and religious activities. The aim of these Islamic foundations is to strengthen peaceful coexistence and intercultural exchange in Switzerland.
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Islamic foundations worldwide
In addition to national activities, many Swiss foundations are also active globally. The World Muslim Foundation, for example, is committed to reducing injustice and promoting interfaith dialog worldwide. Its educational programs aim to promote exchange between different faith communities, strengthen understanding of Islam in non-Muslim countries and break down prejudices.
The Swiss Islamic Aid Foundation is also committed to education. The foundation provides children and young people in disadvantaged areas with access to schools and training, thereby creating long-term prospects. The Swiss Islamic Aid Foundation also provides humanitarian aid in crisis areas. In organized aid missions, the foundation provides people in need with medical care, food and shelter.
Suitable foundations for Islam on StiftungSchweiz
The StiftungSchweiz directory provides a valuable overview of foundations that support Islamic causes in Switzerland and around the world. With the precise search and matching functions, you can quickly and easily find foundations that are committed to causes such as education, integration or the promotion of Muslim communities. All foundation profiles provide detailed information on specific areas of support, criteria and contact details. You can use the directory to get in touch directly with a suitable Islamic foundation. You can also stay up-to-date with the online magazine The Philanthropist and the StiftungSchweiz-blog to stay informed about current developments in the world of foundations.