Poverty reduction
More than 700'000 people are affected by poverty in Switzerland. Many others subsist just above the poverty line. They have to rely on support to secure their livelihood. But it is about more than financial issues. The Caritas projects also encourage participation in social life and create more scope for action for people affected by poverty. All the services and measures contribute to a Switzerland without poverty.
Themes
Poverty reduction in Switzerland
A good life for all
A Switzerland without poverty is possible, but not a reality today. Every twelfth person in Switzerland lives in poverty. It is mainly due to the social, political and economic framework conditions that result in people being affected by or at risk of poverty Caritas fights, alleviates and prevents poverty.
Facts about poverty reduction Figures from 2021
120'000
peoplehave a Culture Pass, which gives them a discount for culture and sport.
335
volunteersare actively engaged to support disadvantaged children
4065
advice sessionscould be conducted by the Caritas debt counselling service
130
mountain farming familiesreceived 1’523 weeks of support from 1’206 Caritas volunteers
News and stories Contributions in focus
Selected projects Commitment to a Switzerland without poverty
Header image: Altersarmut ist keine Seltenheit – Personen über 65 sind überdurchschnittlich oft von Armut betroffen. © Alexandra Wey