THE HISTORY OF HUMANKIND IS A HISTORY OF MIGRATION, OFTEN FORCED MIGRATION
The Andan Foundation is a Swiss non-profit humanitarian foundation under the supervision of the Swiss Federal government, devoted to supporting those displaced by war, conflict and climate change.
Our mission is to identify and develop innovative and sustainable solutions that promote refugees’ self-reliance, boost their resilience and foster their inclusion in their new countries.
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Major institutional partnerships worldwide
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Flagship initiatives driving systemic change
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Commitment to long-term, sustainable solutions
— WHAT WE DO
Three pillars of action for lasting change
We work at the intersection of innovation, partnership and systemic thinking to build durable pathways for displaced populations.
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Support Impact & Innovation
We identify, fund and scale pioneering projects that advance refugee livelihoods through education, skills training, employment, entrepreneurship and digital inclusion, while supporting innovative models for refugee integration.
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Promote Systemic and Lon-Term Solutions
We contribute to lasting change by advancing solutions that move beyond aid dependency, recognise refugees’ economic potential, and foster self-reliance and sustainable integration within host communities.
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Convene & Collaborate
We bring together international organisations, NGOs, academic institutions and the private sector to foster partnerships, advance public dialogue and support transformational solutions for refugees.
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— FLAGSHIP INITIATIVE
Free Global Cities
Andan’s main, long-term project is Free Global City, which will completely upend and reform how we deal with the growing global refugee and migration crisis.
Free Global Cities are autonomous, self-governed subnational entities that provide a safe environment, rule of law, and that will create wealth and prosperity for its citizens as well as for the nations hosting them.
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The Free Global City aims to be an attractive place for people to live, to be free in a new place they can call home, and to fundamentally unleash human potential.
DR. CHRISTIAN H KÄLIN
— IMPACT & PARTNERSHIPS
Working with the world’s leading institutions
Our partnerships multiply our reach and credibility - connecting frontline innovation with the resources and influence of globally recognised organisations.
INNOVATION
Co-developing technology-driven solutions for economic inclusion and livelihoods among refugee communities.
CHILD WELFARE
Protecting displaced children's rights to fostering access to education and vocational training worldwide.
PROTECTION
Advancing refugee protection, legal frameworks, and durable solutions aligned with international humanitarian standards.
EDUCATION
Bridging academic research and humanitarian policy to develop evidence-based models for refugee integration.
— TAKE ACTION
Every contribution moves a family toward dignity.
When you give to Andan, you invest in sustainable, long-term solutions - not just emergency relief. Your support funds innovation, collaboration and systemic change that outlasts any single crisis.
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