The world moves fast, and so do we. We’ve built endless ways to perform, connect, and achieve. But not to pause. Solitude creates quiet spaces in the city, built of earth and light, where twenty minutes of stillness reset the mind and leave us renewed.
Sara Aduse, accompanied by her husband Hamdi Ramzi, will talk about the "Nina House Project" that we have been supporting this Rotary Year. The initiative came after her last visit to our club just before the winter break, and the efforts have been astonishing. Thanks to everyone involved!
Anas, a son of Tunisian immigrants, went from the Paris suburbs to the world's top engineering schools. But his success left him with a lingering question about what truly drives opportunity. Fifteen years later, he launched Margin Ventures, a seed fund that aims to give margin entrepreneurs every ...
Join me, Falk von Staufenberg (M.Sc. Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy), in exploring the complexity of relationships. Are we leading or being led? Should we adapt, set limits, or seek new partners? Through theory and real cases, we’ll reflect on how growth and change unfold in human connectio...
Hendrik has had many careers: heart surgeon, professor of medicine, pharma entrepreneur, CEO of HerzZentrum Hirslanden Zürich, etc. Tonight, he will share his passion for champagne with us. For over 10 years, Hendrik has sourced small Champagne producers committed to respecting tradition, heritage,...
Discover how hand-knotted carpets embody seven levels of artistry and value. From ancient craftsmanship to digital innovation with Augmented Reality, this talk reveals how our Swiss business bridges heritage and technology to keep carpet culture alive and relevant.
For this special virtual diner taking place at Metropol Restaurant (as part of the 'new Venue search') meeting at 19:00, we’ll be joined by Madeline Alterman from London, who founded Artbox in 2011. She will introduce this unique studio where neurodivergent and learning disabled artists find their ...
Join Dr. Cotelli and discover how Swiss financial institutions can govern AI responsibly to manage risks, ensure compliance, and gain a competitive edge, while maintaining the trust and confidence at the heart of Swiss financial services.
The documentary by 20-Minuten is a powerful piece that vividly portrays the experiences, challenges, and personal journey of Sara Aduse in her fight against FGM. The film also sheds light on the cultural, social, and societal factors that contribute to the continuation of FGM. It conveys a message ...
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Join us with your friends and family on Sunday, 30th November, for an inspiring concert at the historic Zunfthaus zur Waag, followed by an included networking apéro at Bar Bel Paese (just downstairs). By attending, you support Pro Mente Sana, a leading Swiss foundation dedicated to strengthening m...
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Sara Aduse is an author and founder of the Sara Aduse Foundation. As a dedicated advocate in the fight against female genital mutilation (FGM), she tirelessly champions the rights of women and girls. With her documentary film and her book, she has significantly raised public awareness of FGM and sh...
Join us for a talk by Hannes Streeck, presenting the mission of the newly setup Center for Proactive Medicine at Rennweg. Discover how the interdisciplinary, holistic and data-driven approach to healthcare shifts the focus from lifespan to life quality—empowering lasting health and happiness.
Stephanie Briers will share stories of the communities and individuals involved in LightUp’s the solar lighting projects in Cape Town, addressing pressing issues of gender-based violence, economic empowerment and climate change. As a collective, LightUp has installed 1400 lights in seven informal ...
Mahasoa – Hope grows in Madagascar. Insights into projects that provide education, health, and a future for orphaned children and youth. Mahasoa is a non-profit organization that has been implementing social projects in Madagascar since 2015. In Ambanja, the Mahasoa association successfully operate...
Footprint Coach Renée LaPlante and Climate Tech co-founder Libby O’Loghlin draw on their years of on-the-ground CO2 prevention programs as well as corporate and high net worth individual coaching experience to offer a fresh perspective and empowering conversation to build confidence in our low carb...
We believe every woman is unique and deserves the opportunity to thrive. United Women Switzerland UWS connects women from refugee and migrant backgrounds with local and expat women to build mutual support and empowerment. Our first project brings to life Fatemeh Yagubi’s inspiring dream: opening h...
Bandy, sometimes called “the little brother of ice hockey,” is a fast-paced winter sport played on a frozen football-sized field with skates, sticks, and a small ball. The sport has its true heartlands in Sweden, Finland, Norway, and Russia, where it draws large crowds, has professional leagues, an...
We are on the path to building a digital trust fabric for Switzerland, to satisfy our needs for digital control and assurance in an increasingly machine-augmented world. Our member Michal Jarmolkowicz will tell us about the opportunities and risks of the digital trust fabric in Switzerland, and how...
Formerly known as the Zurich Comedy Club, ZEST has proudly been a key part of Zurich's English-language theatre scene since 1954. The volunteer-run and self-funded organization boasts 175 members from over 30 countries and stages two major productions and one smaller production annually, showcasing...
Programm Wir laden euch herzlich zu einem Sommerabend im Nordic Rowing Club am Zürichsee ein. Ein Abend mit gutem Essen, kühlen Getränken, netten Leuten und wer weiss, vielleicht mit einem Sprung in den See oder mit ein paar Gitarrenklängen beim Sonnenuntergang. Der Abend ist der Startschuss für di...
