World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev
Dr Jerry Pillay received the mayor of Le Grand-Saconnex
mayor of the city of Le Grand-Saconnex and Rev
municipal concillor met with WCC general secretary Rev
Discussions centered around the work of the World Council of Churches in the international Geneva and the project Green Village
Nestled in the heart of international Geneva
The administrative areas are dedicated to international organisations
Every building in the Green Village symbolically bears the name of cities that have hosted international conferences on the environment: Kyoto
The WCC has collaborated with Implenia on the Green Village since 2012
considering values of sustainability which are now being implemented in this project
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<a href="https://statistique.ge.ch/actualites/welcome.asp?actu=5575">Recently published figures</a> from the canton’s statistics office (OCSTAT)
show that Geneva continues to be Switzerland’s most international region
and a ‘melting pot’ of various nationalities
With 220,024 foreign residents (out of the total of 639,000 people who lived in Geneva at the end of 2024)
non-Swiss represent over 41 percent of the canton’s population
the real number is even higher — that’s because dual nationals (of Switzerland and another country) are not counted in the statistics because they are considered Swiss
but six municipalities within the canton exceed this average: Pregny-Chambésy (49.9 percent)
Where do most of Geneva’s foreigners come from
The majority (58 percent) are from the EU or EFTA (Norway
while 13 percent are from other European countries — mainly Kosovo
With a cumulative total of 70,000 nationals
the French and Portuguese citizens constitute the majority of Geneva’s foreign population
ahead of Italians (20,890) and Spaniards (16,680)
(Note that these numbers include only those who live in Switzerland
and not the over 112,000 cross-worker commuters from France who come to work in Geneva each day)
Why do so many foreign nationals settle in Geneva
The presence of the United Nations is a big factor, as its 40 organisations employ tens of thousands of people — most of them from abroad. (However, this is about to change, as the Trump administration is <a href="https://www.thelocal.ch/20250128/serious-consequences-how-geneva-would-be-hit-hard-by-trumps-withdrawal-from-un-agencies">withdrawing</a> a number of US diplomats from Geneva) 
so many foreigners work in the local international finance sector
And it is an important science hub as well
with the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) attracting hundreds of foreign specialists
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previewed at Watches and Wonders Geneva from March 27 to April 2
tells the story of Swiss photographer Karine Bauzin's quest for time
Through a selection of approximately 80 images taken during her travels around the world
yet unique gesture that transcends cultural
economic or religious differences: that of telling the time.&#160;
2022 - Watches and Culture presents "Time Design"
After previewing at Watches and Wonders Geneva
was presented at Pont de la Machine in Geneva from April 14 to May 8
visitors embark on a journey to the heart of watch design through the twentieth century to the present day
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a place that draws reverent memories and moments in people’s minds
the chapel symbolizes a tent; the waves in the ceiling suggest the wind blowing across the roof
although we have not yet reached full fellowship
the churches are on a pilgrimage toward unity.&nbsp;
came from Denmark and used Nordic furnishings and natural materials in the design of the chapel.&nbsp;
Occasionally one can hear the wood as it shrinks or swells
One is not cut off from the outside world inside the chapel
The wooden oak panels on the glass windows filter the light but also allow the outside world to be seen
reflected former WCC general secretary Most Rev
“The ecumenical pilgrimage has many steps,” he said.&nbsp;“This ecumenical chapel and the great hall next to it represent my best memories from the ecumenical fellowship and some of the most blessed moments of my life.”
Tveit added:&nbsp;“The move now is into the next and necessary phase of renovations
rebuilding and reestablishing the housing and the economy of the WCC
to make the ecumenical center a reinforced and renewed center for the one ecumenical movement
headquarters of the World Council of Churches and location of offices of ten other international church bodies
The service received continent-wide coverage via Eurovision
built at a cost of $ 3'000'000 (£1'071'500) contributed by the WCC's member churches around the world
has been occupied by staff since Easter 1964
when office sections of the building were completed
was delayed to coincide with a meeting of the WCC's Executive Committee which opens here tomorrow and pending completion of the chapel..Here
a fact noted in an especially descriptive way by Rev
who most recently worked in the press office of the WCC 11th Assembly.&nbsp;“Over the years
our idea of what is ecumenical and what is a a prayer space for everybody has changed,” she said
there are far more gifts and images in the chapel than when it was first built
Stranz poses a key question about the chapel:&nbsp;“How do we live with this idea of an ecumenical prayer space being a place where we can all feel at home—but where we can all feel the challenge as well?” she asked.&nbsp;
One way the chapel makes people feel at home is that they are led into the space by walking across&nbsp;“waves” in the marble floor
The feel of the natural world also draws people together: the abstract stained glass windows show the rising and the setting of the sun around the world – the whole inhabited earth
And the chapel&nbsp;“breathes" through its wood panelling
sparking many people to comment what the sound means to them.&nbsp;
November 1962 working in his studio on the stain glass windows for the new WCC chapel
Switzerland: View inside the Ecumenical Centre chapel in Geneva
As WCC director of Communication Marianne Ejdersten described:&nbsp;“The walls are whispering.” She added “I take always a moment to pray in the chapel and thinking of all the churches worldwide praying and working together for unity
The music coming from the chapel was the first thing that caught the attention of Beth Ferris
who arrived at the Ecumenical Centre in 1985
ready to take up her new position as study and interpretation secretary for work related to the Refugee Service.&nbsp;
“The music that was different from the US hymns I was used to,” she said.&nbsp;“I poked my head in and realized people were singing in a language that was strange to me.&nbsp;‘Wow,’&nbsp;I thought,&nbsp;‘this is going to be a different working environment than I’ve been used to.’&nbsp; And of course
that initial impression turned out to be right.”
who worked at the WCC from 1996-2008 as the WCC executive secretary for Education
the chapel was a physical symbol that the WCC is more than just another international organisation serving global networks.&nbsp;“Whatever else I did as a staff member
participating in worship there remained significant,” he said.&nbsp;
a WCC programme executive for communication and church relations based in Brazil
has developed a tradition over the years as he visits the chapel.&nbsp;“Whenever I come to Geneva
I go to the chapel and say a little prayer when I arrive
The chapel is a place that also symbolized a caring
who worked in the Sub-unit on Renewal and Congregation Life
Lay Participation Towards Inclusive Community
“Worshipping and praying together in the beautiful chapel
was impressive,” she remembered.&nbsp;“Monday service was well-attended to start the week.”
when the expanding and contracting wood in the chapel makes soft cracking noises.&nbsp;“There would always be a gentle wind because of temperature differences—the kind of wind you could feel,” he said.&nbsp;“You feel it almost like a touch of the Holy Spirit coming from the chapel.”
who served as a senior communicator during the WCC 11th Assembly
also vividly remembers spending time at the chapel.&nbsp;“To me
it felt like the heart of the Ecumenical Centre
silently pulsating with life,” she said.&nbsp;“The waters of baptism mosaic at the entrance of the chapel deeply moved me
and seeing the Cross of Reconciliation from Europe
made from bombs after the Second World War
brought tears to my eyes but also filled me with hope that we can overcome difficult times.”
the WCC and Implenia embarked on the Green Village property development project to contribute to the renewal of international Geneva
each named for a city that hosted a global climate summit –&nbsp;Montreal
The project foresees the renovation and construction of a new Ecumenical Centre called Lima
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Switzerland: His All Holiness Patriarch Bartholomew of the Ecumenical Patriarchate preaches as opening prayer is observed at the Ecumenical Centre Chapel
as the World Council of Churches central committee gathers in Geneva on 21-27 June 2023
for its first full meeting following the WCC 11th Assembly in Karlsruhe in 2022
A local politician was arrested in the canton of Geneva on Wednesday as part of a major police operation to dismantle an organized drug trafficking ring
The police arrested a total of nine people and confiscated several kilograms of drugs
The Green Party municipal councillor (legislator) from Le Grand-Saconnex was re-elected in the elections on Sunday
told the Keystone-SDA news agency on Monday
She was confirming a report by the &quot;Tribune de Gen&#xE8;ve&quot; and RTS radio and television in western Switzerland
&quot;A person involved in drug trafficking has no place in the Greens,&quot; she added
The police operation took place last Wednesday
as confirmed by the Geneva public prosecutor&apos;s office
The police carried out several house searches and arrests
cannabis products and more than 100,000 francs
The police arrested nine people suspected of being involved in drug trafficking
They were all questioned by the public prosecutor&apos;s office on Thursday and Friday
The compulsory measures court then ordered pre-trial detention for eight of the suspects
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After nearly 60 years in Geneva’s Ecumenical Center
The new Communion Office is located on the Octagon campus
which will bring staff from all departments closer together
(LWI) – The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has relocated its head offices from the Ecumenical Center to a new address: the Octagon campus in Geneva
until a new Ecumenical Center has been built on the plot which has housed the LWF Communion Office since 1964
The old offices which were on the World Council of Churches (WCC) premises in Grand Saconnex will be torn down to make room for the new buildings
The parts of the Ecumenical center which are under national heritage
Dr Anne Burghardt said that as staff look forward to the new beginnings
the connection to the Ecumenical Center and what it stands for remains strong
“Closing old doors also means opening new ones; changing space and work habits can help us to gain new insights and new perspectives,” she said.&nbsp;
The new 700-square meter offices on the Octagon campus in Grand Saconnex are in a modern office building
Other tenants include non-governmental organizations and diplomatic missions
One of the Ecumenical sister organizations
is also moving to the Octagon campus.&nbsp;
Several factors were considered to ensure a good working environment that facilitates collaborative working and staff well-being
There are diverse working areas within the office
and shared working spaces in the office are named after the 13 cities that have hosted LWF Assemblies between 1947 and 2023
the new Communion Office will help us show the history of the LWF
Photographs and artworks will help share the story of the global communion and the difference it has made for people and churches across the world,” added General Secretary Burghardt
“We were looking for a similar office to serve our needs that would also complement the hybrid in-person and online working models that have become standard after the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Mr Szabolcs Lörincz
LWF Director for Planning and Coordination
“We worked with experts throughout the whole process to design a modern
efficient workspace that minimizes unused office spaces and nurtures strong collaboration
The Octagon campus also has attractive open areas
The building is equipped with solar panels
Closing old doors also means opening new ones; changing space and work habits can help us to gain new insights and new perspectives
The Ecumenical Center will always remain an important part of our identity
Speaking at a farewell prayer service in the Ecumenical Center chapel on 12 March
General Secretary Burghardt recalled the many fond memories associated with the former offices
and LWF’s commitment to its ecumenical partners
including the WCC and other organizations that will also vacate their offices
This is the first time since their foundation that the LWF and WCC will not share the same physical space
their offices were in Geneva’s Eaux Vives area
the ecumenical commitment of the LWF remains unwavering,” Burghardt emphasized
WCC and other ecumenical organizations will be located in separate buildings
“But this should encourage us to be even more intentional in scheduling regular meetings with colleagues
not only in the WCC but also with those from other ecumenical organizations with whom we have shared this space in the Ecumenical Center
We remain strongly connected in our joint journey and shared mission,” she said
“Even as the old Ecumenical Center is being closed and then rebuilt
it will always remain an important part of our identity
It resides in our hearts and in the identity of the LWF
Burghardt referred to the theological work that has been produced at the center
and "historical decisions that literally changed the lives of many churches and their members for the better.”
The LWF General Secretary invited prayers for the upcoming construction plans and expressed hope that the rebuilt center will “always be a place of welcome to people from across the world and a visible sign of our search for Christian unity.”
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The CineGlobe festival was founded in 2007 and celebrates cinema inspired by science
Its aim is to select the best new films and to bring film-makers together
CineGlobe is returning for its 12th edition
with four special events in Geneva and neighbouring France
the spotlight will be on science and society
“<a href="https://cineglobe.ch/fr/">CineGlobe in Orbit</a>” will consist of three satellite events organised in partnership with the towns of <a href="https://www.grand-saconnex.ch/fr/agenda/cine-en-plein-air-0-4565">Grand-Saconnex</a>
It kicks off with an event in Grand Saconnex on 26 August
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The 12th edition of artgenève takes place from Thursday 25 to Sunday 28 January 2024 at Palexpo in Geneva
The exhibition will play host to a prestigious selection of around 80 international galleries
the programme is enriched by the presence of institutions
HEAD and Fonds du Canton et de la Ville de Genève will attend
Selected international institutional collections have also been invited
Programmes<a href="https://artgeneve.ch/en/osr-x-artgeneve-en/">Full schedule of artgenève programmes</a>
artgenève/sur-mesure: A selection of singular works and large-format installationsartgenève/musique: A space dedicated to audio
performative and pop-up artworks.art talks: A multidisciplinary platform that hosts a conference programme.awards: Prix Solo artgenève-F.P.Journe &amp; Prix Mobilièreartgenève x OSR: The Orchestre de la Suisse Romande in Hologram form – a Symphonic Odyssey by icologram® : a world premiere!special exhibitions: Curated
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With the signature of an agreement between the stakeholders
Green Village has become the first Geneva development project to qualify for the One Planet Living label
The formal action plan covers ten principles representing a serious undertaking from the landowner
the “Association Suisse Pour Des Quartiers One Planet Living”
Implenia is also the developer of the Green Village project
The Green Village project includes administrative buildings
Located in the heart of Geneva's international district
- Reduce CO2 emissions and gradually abandon fossil fuels
with buildings powered by renewable energy
- Improve the quality of life and well-being of the community
On the decision to apply OPL standards in Green Village
the General Secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC)
said: ‘The World Council of Churches is committed to protecting the environment locally and internationally alongside all its member churches
By applying the standards of One Planet Living to our Green Village property development
we are fulfilling our undertaking to fight global warming right where we live and work each day.’
Green Village will provide six new buildings in the municipality of Le Grand-Saconnex
The development includes administrative buildings
designed for international organisations and service-sector firms
A hotel and a residential building are also planned
Green Village will be set in a landscaped park at the heart of Geneva’s international district
Each Green Village building will symbolically bear the name of a key international treaty in sustainable development: Kyoto
with the Kyoto building (administrative) and the Montreal development (residential) should be completed by the end of 2022 or the start of 2023
The constructions will respect all standards set by the OPL label
with priority given to construction materials from the local economy
and to recycled materials from the existing structures
The buildings will be powered by renewable energy
through photovoltaic solar panels and networked energy
The goal of zero waste will be reached via an on-site eco-centre and through the policy of waste reuse put forward by the Le Grand-Saconnex municipality
‘Sustainability is one of the five values by which we align our actions
We are proud that with the Green Village project and the OPL standards developed together with WWF Switzerland we make a big and important step towards a future worth living for all.’ says Adrian Wyss
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<a class="external-link" href="https://oneplanetliving.ch">Association Suisse Pour Des Quartiers One Planet Living</a>
The organisation Association Suisse Pour Des Quartiers One Planet Living promotes the implementation of sustainable neighbourhoods in Switzerland based on the One Planet Living principles of Bioregional and WWF International
The association was founded in 2018 by WWF Switzerland and Implenia
who have worked together for several years
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The WCC (World Council of Churches) – the stakeholder behind the project – is a global fellowship of 350 churches
representing over 500 million Christians worldwide
bear collective public witness to their values and serve others in a world where hope and solidarity breed justice and peace
By working alongside men and women of all faiths who seek reconciliation
<a class="external-link" href="http://www.grand-saconnex.ch/fr/vivre-au-Grand-Saconnex/environnement-nature/cite-de-lenergie-0-56">Municipality of Le Grand-Saconnex</a>
The Green Village project is located in the municipality of Le Grand-Saconnex
shown its firm commitment to promoting sustainable development
strongly adheres to the principles of One Planet Living and has made commitments as part of the Green Village neighbourhood action plan
Convinced by the innovative and sustainable concepts initiated by the World Council of Churches and Implenia
the leading Swiss construction and real estate services provider
Swiss Life Investment Foundation has bought a land plot on the Green Village estate and the Kyoto office building
which will have a gross floor area of some 14,000 m²
the real estate development project in the heart of the Quartier des Nations in Geneva
has successfully achieved a further milestone towards completion of its first phase
Following steady work together over ten years
the WCC and Implenia have achieved a major milestone in the development and realisation of Green Village
a sustainable real estate project in the heart of international Geneva
The sale of the nine-storey Kyoto building – each storey having a gross floor area of some 1,250 m² – to Swiss Life Investment Foundation at the end of June is a major milestone
It follows on from the successful sale in 2020 of the Montreal residential building and its 48 freehold apartments
These two buildings together represent the first phase of the Green Village project
The success of the first phase was achieved even amid the challenging economic background of the COVID pandemic
the war in Ukraine and rising interest rates
It is a reward for the close and fruitful collaboration between the WCC
developer and builder of Green Village since 2012
plans are underway for the renovation of the Ecumenical Centre
classified as a listed building by the Geneva heritage department
the launch of three other new buildings is planned in phase 2
an office building which will be marketed by floor
The arrival of Kyoto’s new owner – Swiss Life Investment Foundation
one of Switzerland’s largest institutional real estate investors – allows the development of the Green Village site to take a significant step towards the creation of a neighbourhood which will be a model of its kind in sustainability
Kyoto will be certified under the SNBS Swiss Sustainable Building Standard
Green Village uses the One Planet Living principles developed by Bioregional and WWF International
The neighbourhood’s sustainability performance is certified by the Swiss Association for Sustainable Neighbourhoods
WCC advocates globally for climate justice
we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint here in Geneva where we work
local biodiversity and a detailed sustainability action plan
WCC’s vision for Green Village is coming to life.” 
Green Village aims to become an attractive
sustainable place to live and work in Grand-Saconnex
With offices designed for a new way of working
and the Promenade de la Paix winding through the parks
enjoying the natural environment out of doors
<a href="https://green-village.ch/en/">For more information: green-village.ch</a>
can be seen in the middle of the visualization
The exhibition “Bethlehem Reborn” tells a story that goes beyond the history of politics and art to reveal
through the restoration works of the Church of the Nativity
an overdue recognition of the outstanding universal value of Palestinian heritage to humanity
This exhibition gives an impression of the wonder this unique church is: An invitation to visit Palestine
admire the beauty of the basilica and the holy city of Bethlehem as well as an inspiration to work together for unity
Following unprecedented renovations that lasted almost ten years
the Basilica of the Nativity in Bethlehem has been restored to its original beauty
A symbol of humanity has been given back to the faithful all over the world and to today’s pilgrims who follow in the footsteps of the women and men who over the centuries have venerated the birthplace of Jesus
Through the discoveries of new archaeological excavations and complex restoration works
this exhibition tells the story of renewed devotion – from the time of the first Christians who venerated a simple grotto to the age of the Byzantine emperors who built one of the most magnificent basilicas of antiquity that later on was fortified and lavishly decorated by the knights who founded the Crusader Kingdom of Jerusalem
By documenting restoration work and archaeological excavations
the exhibition constructs a broader and deeper story that embraces the entire space of the basilica from the system of grottos to the roof
showing its development from the oldest periods up to the present day
the exhibition uses the nearly completed restoration project as a thread that stitches together the even greater history of the oldest monument in Christendom
Department of Civil Engineering and Architecture&nbsp;
For more information:&nbsp;<a href="https://bethlehemreborn.com/" target="_blank">Bethlehemreborn.com</a>
<a href="https://www.oikoumene.org/livestream">Live-stream link to the opening ceremony on 12&nbsp;September&nbsp;</a>
The Ecumenical Centre was designed by Geneva architects Henri Lesemann and the Honegger Brothers in the early sixties and was officially inaugurated at the WCC central committee meeting in July 1965.This tour guide provides a brief overview in text and pictures of the rich ecumenical and art history of the centre
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SPIE aims to contribute to a more sustainable
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the independent European leader in multi-technical services in the areas of energy and communications
completed a lighting and signage project for Geneva's "Tunnel des Nations" last September
SPIE was commissioned to install equipment in the new 1000-metre tunnel in Le Grand-Saconnex(1) and provided the know-how and expertise required to carry out this project
which combines technical innovation with sustainable development
precision engineering and sustainable urban design and the result of a fruitful collaboration between the Canton of Geneva and SPIE MTS
a Swiss subsidiary that provides its customers with support for the installation
operation and maintenance of low-energy facilities
SPIE MTS is proud of the consistent and safe lighting it has provided in the tunnel
the specifications of which comply with the standards set by the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS)
All the teams involved are satisfied that their contribution will have an immediate impact and allow traffic to move more efficiently and safely from the motorway
therefore improving access via Route de Ferney in Le Grand-Saconnex
Project manager Mickael Vincent and his team met tight deadlines for the installation of 300 lights on a 2000-metre guide rail
the SPIE MTS team handled the installation of 70 permanent and dynamic traffic signs
the implementation of loop-based counting systems
and the design and installation of control cabinets for the entire lighting and signage system
Tunnel des Nations at the cutting edge of lighting innovation
Sustainable design: the project showcases the commitment of SPIE MTS to sustainable development
The tunnel integrates highly energy-efficient lighting systems in addition to traffic and lighting management systems
The lighting management system also adapts to external conditions such as daytime
Safety and security are of paramount importance in the Tunnel des Nations
emergency response systems and robust fire prevention measures have been incorporated into the tunnel's design from the outset to give all tunnel users peace of mind
A continuous guide rail that allows people to leave the tunnel in the event of an emergency is the first of its kind in the region
Benefits for the local community: the Tunnel des Nations will improve the quality of life of the residents of Geneva in addition to transport
Reducing traffic jams on the Grand-Saconnex motorway junction and in the Nations district
improving air quality and increasing accessibility will all help to make Geneva a healthier and more liveable city
expressed his excitement about the project: "Our achievements in connection with the Tunnel des Nations reflect our ability to integrate the latest innovations into the infrastructure under our management
This project demonstrates our commitment to sustainable urban development
technological progress and better living conditions for those in the communities to whom we provide services."
As Geneva ushers in a new era of intelligent and sustainable urban infrastructure
SPIE MTS remains at the forefront of the transition by providing state-of-the-art lighting and signage solutions
(1) Le Grand-Saconnex is&nbsp;a municipality of the Canton of Geneva
CHMM will convene under the theme:&nbsp;“Getting Universal Health Coverage in the Commonwealth on track for 2030”&nbsp;on 20 May 2023
the meeting will bring together Health Ministers
and global health leaders from across the Commonwealth to advance Commonwealth progress on Universal Health Coverage and related issues such as strengthening primary health care
CHMM will also provide an opportunity to outline the Commonwealth’s key recommendations and solutions to ensure that Universal Health Coverage can be achieved by 2030
in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals
The Ministerial follows the 2022 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in June last year
where Heads recognised that countries with strong health systems
effectively integrated public health functions
were more resilient during the COVID-19 pandemic
Heads resolved to allocate adequate resources to build sustainable
with a focus on primary health care and reaching those who are vulnerable or in vulnerable situations
It is expected that through this intervention
the Commonwealth can accelerate progress towards the goal of Universal Health Coverage and strengthen preparedness for health emergencies
including for enabling an effective response to emergencies while maintaining access to essential health services
This meeting follows the 34th Commonwealth Health Ministers Meeting in 2022
where Health Ministers recognised that Universal Health Coverage will also help to address other emerging infectious diseases and global security threats
creating more resilient global health systems able to withstand future shocks
The 2023 Commonwealth Health Ministers Meeting (CHMM)
The following key events will be held during this period:
All meetings will be held in-person at in the conference facilities of the <a name="_Hlk125123787">Hilton, Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre, Geneva, Switzerland.</a>
the Commonwealth Secretariat and the Commonwealth Youth Health Network (CYHN) will be holding a side event focused on mental health in the wings of the CHMM and 76th World Health Assembly also in Geneva
The event will be held under the theme ‘No Health Without Mental Health: An Intergenerational Dialogue between Commonwealth youth leaders and policy makers” and will see young leaders hold a discussion with policymakers on national and regional interventions that can improve mental health service provision in the Commonwealth
particularly following the strain caused by the COVID-19 pandemic
Further information like how to register and media accreditation details can be <a href="https://thecommonwealth.org/events/commonwealth-health-ministers-meeting-side-event-no-health-without-mental-health">found here</a>
Bonafide journalists from legitimate media organisations are invited to apply for media accreditation to attend CHMM and/or the side event
but accredited journalists can attend the opening session to hear the Minister’s opening remarks and to take photos
The Mental health side event is fully open to journalists
Those interested in accreditation for either CHMM
or both are asked to fill out submit the form below
only successful media will be permitted to attend
Applications for media accreditation closed on&nbsp;1 May 2023
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Implenia and JLL invite media to the launch of the “Green Village” project
an international park for companies and organizations
is a new large-scale project at the heart of Geneva’s international district
providing office space for rent by international organizations
The Green Village real estate project sets six new
environmentally-oriented buildings in a park
around a restored and renovated Ecumenical Centre
Join us to learn more about the project as we celebrate an important milestone: the Area Development Plan for the Green Village is now in effect
Where: Visser ’t Hooft Hall of the Ecumenical Centre; 150 Route de Ferney; 1218 Le Grand Saconnex
The event will be livestreamed, at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/worldcouncilofchurches/live">www.youtube.com/worldcouncilofchurches/live</a>
Please contact WCC director of communication Marianne Ejdersten; e-mail:&nbsp;<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#2e434b446e594d4d034d414b00415c49">[email&#160;protected]</a>, mobile phone: +41 79 507 63 63, WCC Communication Department, email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#b2dfd7d6dbd3f2c5d1d19fd1ddd79cddc0d5">[email&#160;protected]</a>
Camille Sainte-Rose, Executive, Real Estate Development, Implenia Suisse SA, e-mail: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#92d1f3fffbfefef7bcc1f3fbfce6f7bfc0fde1f7d2fbffe2fef7fcfbf3bcf1fdff">[email&#160;protected]</a>
the 36CHMM will be convened under the theme: "Actionable Solutions to Building Resilience in Healthcare Systems within the Commonwealth
with an Emphasis on Small and Vulnerable States"
At the 35th Commonwealth Health Ministers Meeting in 2023
ministers acknowledged the grave and existential threat of climate change to the least developed countries and Small Island Development States (SIDS) in the Commonwealth
The <a href="http://production-new-commonwealth-files.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/s3fs-public/2023-05/35th%20Commonwealth%20Health%20Ministerial%20Statement_0.pdf?VersionId=a3am8mbIvHy1lWDmlgfKGjZ5W_xw6Yh1" target="_blank">Ministerial Statement</a> agreed at the last meeting underscored the need for an integrated agenda to align evidence-based
innovative and sustainable solutions that can assist in minimising the negative impacts of climate change on health
This year’s meeting will reach a consensus on Commonwealth ministerial commitments for action on health
accelerate action and build momentum following recent United Nations High-Level Political Declarations on Universal Health Coverage
Pandemic Prevention Preparedness and Response and the COP28 Declaration on Climate and Health
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All meetings will be held in-person at the conference facilities of the&nbsp;<a>Hilton Geneva Hotel and Conference Centre</a>
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an Urban Air Mobility (UAM) ecosystem integrator with an advanced eVTOL project
a comprehensive global service and support network
and a unique Urban Air Traffic Management (UATM) software solution.&nbsp;
Rob Weaver will represent Eve and share how the company is dedicated to accelerating the UAM ecosystem worldwide with its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle and agnostic portfolio of solutions in two speaking engagements.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As Eve&rsquo;s urban ATM global business development leader
Rob will host the discussion &ldquo;Enabling Initial Urban Air Mobility Operations&rdquo; to share Eve&rsquo;s latest progress on UATM that supports the introduction and scaling of UAM operations
Rob will provide insight from Eve&rsquo;s recent works across the Americas
Regulators and Industry in preparation for the launch of this new mode of transportation.&nbsp;
Rob will also join fellow aviation experts to discuss the Complete Air Traffic System (CATS) Global Councils&rsquo; recent unveiling of their vision for future skies during the "Making the CATS Vision for Future Skies Reality" panel
The discussion overview covers the necessary efforts to achieve the CATS&rsquo; overarching objectives and shared vision that has great potential to accelerate progress toward the skies of 2045.&nbsp;
WHEN: Airspace World is a three-day event beginning March 8 through March 10
Eve's talk and panel participation are on March 9 as follows:&nbsp;
WHERE: Airspace World 2023 will be hosted at the Palexpo Exhibition Centre
16/03/2016 By <a href="https://lenews.ch/author/phillip-judd/" class="entry-author-link" rel="author" itemprop="url">Phillip Judd</a>  
A 19th century map of Geneva looks like an expanding puzzle
a big piece making up nearly 40 percent of present-day Geneva
19th century Geneva is marked by four important dates
the date it gained independence from Napoleonic France
an enclave of Geneva surrounded by the canton of Vaud that is still cut off from the rest of the canton
Geneva&#8217;s 45 communes &#8211; Source: Wikipedia &#8211; Tschubby
In early 1815, Geneva ended at <a href="https://www.google.ch/maps/place/Chemin+de+l'Impératrice,+1292+Genève/@46.2299567,6.1352077,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x478c64fc2c579005:0x14704d8431591bd6" target="_blank">Chemin de l&#8217;Imperatrice</a> on the edge of Geneva&#8217;s botanic gardens, just beyond the United Nations&#8217; <a href="http://www.unog.ch">Palais des Nations</a>
Where Geneva ended before 20 November 1815 &#8211; Source : OCSTAT- DCMO &#8211; 2005
The eight kilometres from Geneva&#8217;s border to the edge of the canton of Vaud
Geneva was part of Switzerland but not connected to it
Geneva&#8217;s next big date was 20 November 1815
Building on progress made at the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Congress_of_Vienna" target="_blank">Congress of Vienna</a>, a <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Treaty_of_Paris_(1815)" target="_blank">treaty signed in Paris</a>, added 49 square kilometers to Geneva, 18% of it&#8217;s current territory. On that day, the <a href="http://www.hls-dhs-dss.ch/textes/f/F30186.php">3,343 residents</a> of the seven communes of Versoix
These new additions lay contiguously between Geneva&#8217;s old border and the canton of Vaud
Geneva&#8217;s fourth, and most significant border-burgeoning moment, came on 16 March 1816, when Savoy ruler <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victor_Emmanuel_I_of_Sardinia" target="_blank">Victor Emmanuel I</a>, signed the treaty of Turin. The treaty&#8217;s negotiations, led by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Pictet_de_Rochemont" target="_blank">Charles Pictet de Rochemont</a>
added a whopping 109 square kilometres to the canton
The 24 new communes included a bunch of 14
and ten on the southern side of the lake (Hermance
16 March 1816 was a huge day for Geneva and the <a href="http://www.hls-dhs-dss.ch/textes/f/F30186.php" target="_blank">12,700 people</a> of the 24 communes that joined
Geneva&#8217;s new residents on 20 November 1815 only became part of the canton
1816&#8217;s new-comers simultaneously became residents of the Republic of Geneva
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 Switzerland‘s population is becoming less foreigner-friendly
Since 2020, xenophobic attitudes towards certain population groups in Switzerland have increased, according to a <a href="https://www.bfs.admin.ch/bfs/de/home.gnpdetail.2025-0559.html">survey</a> released by the Federal Statistical Office (FSO) on Tuesday
Nearly 90 percent of Swiss people report being in frequent contact with those of a different nationality
and nearly a third of them feel uncomfortable in their presence
openness  toward diversity predominates  in Switzerland
the survey also found that xenophobic attitudes towards foreigners have been increasing since 2020
READ ALSO: <a href="https://www.thelocal.ch/20241129/analysis-just-how-anti-foreigner-are-the-swiss#:~:text=It%20shows%2C%20for%20instance%2C%20that,here%20at%20least%20five%20years">Just how anti-foreigner are the Swiss? </a>
Parliament elects a new Federal Councillor today
Defence Minister Viola Amherd announced in January that she would be stepping down on March 31st
who will not only become the new Defence Department head
but also fill her position on the seven-member Federal Council
The 200-seat National Council and the 46-seat Council of States elect all Federal Councillors jointly
Votes are cast by secret ballot in several rounds
until someone receives the absolute majority of votes
Deputies will elect one of two candidates — Martin Pfister or Markus Ritter
Both are from the same party — the Centre — as Amherd
to preserve the balance of parties that have been represented in the Federal Council for over 60 years
New data reveals information about Geneva’s foreign population
Recently published figures from the canton’s statistics office (OCSTAT)
foreigners represent over 41 percent of the canton’s population — the largest proportion in Switzerland
Six municipalities even exceed this average: Pregny-Chambésy (49.9 percent)
the majority (58 percent) have EU/EFTA nationality
while 13 percent are from other European countries (mainly Kosovo
the French and Portuguese constitute the majority of Geneva’s foreign population
There has been a marked increase in dog thefts in Switzerland in recent weeks
with some being kidnapped and held for ransom
while others are stolen for their resale value
certain breeds have especially high market value
“Dog theft is a growing problem," says the animal welfare organisation VIER PFOTEN 
It advises owners never to leave their pooches unattended in public places
"It is no longer safe these days,” the group points up
Studies on conflict data show a sharp increase in conflicts with which involve religious incompatibilities
According to studies conducted by the Uppsala Conflict Data Program (UCDP)
in 1975 only 2 percent of conflicts involved a religious incompatibility
In 2013 the percentage had grown to more than 50 percent
There are no exhaustive explanations to this change
yet the phenomenon can be approached by looking at the prevention work undertaken throughout the last 30 years
While conflicts without religious incompatibility have been addressed through active preventative methods and tools
the lack of understanding and suitable preventive measures concerning the challenges that conflicts with religious incompatibilities face
religious organisations are considered as a rich source for peace promotion
Whether as legitimate local or international peace actors and mediators or as providers of humanitarian aid
religious institutions have a role to play in conflict resolution
Considering the need for promoting experience sharing and developing a common understanding on the possible role religious actors could have in preventing violence
the Cordoba Foundation of Geneva together with its partners is pleased to invite you to a discussion panel addressing questions such as:
The audience is warmly invited to join the discussion
<a href="https://www.peacemakersnetwork.org/religion-source-conflict-path-peace/">Please follow this link</a> for more information about the event
The Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO) conducts research on the conditions for peaceful relations between states
We outline the logistics and facilities on offer at Switzerland&#8217;s international airports
as well as the private and commercial airlines
<a href="/authors/graham-turner/" class="">By Graham Turner
To give you an idea of what&#8217;s in store
this helpful guide includes information on international airports in Switzerland and what they offer in terms of amenities
It also outlines the most popular routes in the busier airports
as well as information on visa requirements for traveling to a Swiss airport
are broken down into the following for your enjoyment:
Or maybe you're looking for a family adventure by train
Omio can help you find the best deals for your journey
This one-stop shop lets you compare a range of transport modes
Although Switzerland is not part of the European Union, it became a member of the&nbsp;<a href="https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen-borders-and-visa/schengen-area_en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Schengen Area</a>&nbsp;in 2008
Passport checks for travelers arriving at a Swiss airport from other Schengen member countries were also lifted in 2009
These travelers can simply walk to the baggage reclaim area at any of the international airports in Switzerland
passengers coming from non-Schengen member countries will still have their passports checked
Before arriving at an airport in Switzerland, make sure you have the appropriate&nbsp;<a href="https://www.expatica.com/ch/moving/visas/switzerland-visa-and-immigration-107631/">Swiss visa or residence permit</a>&nbsp;to avoid any complications or being deported to your home country. You can read more about this in our <a href="https://www.expatica.com/ch/moving/visas/switzerland-visa-and-immigration-107631/">helpful guide</a>
all visitors traveling to one of Switzerland’s airports must always carry their government-issued ID or a copy of their passport
Widely recognized as one of Europe&#8217;s best airports
<a href="https://www.flughafen-zuerich.ch/en/passengers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Zurich Airport</a>
flaunting its young and vibrant image across social media
it sits comfortably alongside Zurich as one of Europe&#8217;s leading airports
<a href="https://www.gva.ch/en/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Genève Aéroport</a>
This tiny airport deals solely with international travel so don&#8217;t expect any domestic flights here
Although Bern Airport is not exactly bursting with things to do
its small size means that it has one of the quickest
most straightforward procedures you will find
It is also worth noting that Flughafen Bern has almost as many sporting options as it does bars and restaurants
offering you a variety of ways to pass the time
<a href="https://www.flughafenbern.ch/en/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bern Airport</a>
Although BSL is technically a Swiss airport, it is actually located in France and lies 3.5km northwest of the city of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.expatica.com/ch/moving/location/moving-in-basel-102145/">Basel</a>
Switzerland and France are jointly responsible for running it and there are two exits to either country
The airport serves as a base for&nbsp;easyJet Switzerland&nbsp;and mainly operates flights to European metropolitan and leisure destinations
<a href="https://www.euroairport.com/en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg</a>
Located 6km from <a href="https://www.expatica.com/ch/moving/location/moving-to-italian-switzerland-1585656/">Lugano</a>
this little airport is another smart choice if you are looking for stress and hassle-free travel to and from Switzerland
<a href="http://www.lugano-airport.ch/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lugano Airport</a>
Located in the heart of the Swiss alpine region of Valais
Sion Airport offers good access to a number of ski destinations including Verbier
<a href="https://www.sionaeroport.ch/en/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sion Airport,</a> Route de l&#8217;Aéroport
The last international airport in Switzerland on our list is St
the only thing we can say is how convenient and linear it operates
Located on the northeastern tip of the country
the airport allows you to arrive just 30 minutes before departure time and still make the flight
<a href="https://www.peoples.ch/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport</a>
There are several private airports dotted throughout Switzerland
There are also several private airlines operating in Switzerland
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