FDFA Family Office

  • Official point of contact for the accompanying persons of FDFA or SDC transferable staff members
  • Family Office website with important information for accompanying persons
  • Personal advice for accompanying persons
  • Coordination of measures to support accompanying persons
  • Dual Career pilot project
  • Bilateral agreements to access the job market in the host country

EUFASA

  • European network of foreign affairs spouses’, partners’, and family associations.
  • Promotes family-friendly policies within foreign ministries across Europe.
  • Shares best practices and experiences between member associations.
  • Advocates for key issues such as employment, pensions, education, and well-being.
  • Facilitates international cooperation through conferences and working groups.
  • Gives diplomatic families a stronger voice at national and European levels.

ACET-VEEDA proudly represents Switzerland within EUFASA.

GAD

  • Founded in 1972, GAD brings together diplomatic spouses and partners in Bern.
  • Welcomes international and Swiss diplomatic families living in or returning to Bern.
  • Builds friendships and connections through a welcoming international community.
  • Encourages cultural exchange and dialogue among members from diverse backgrounds.
  • Organises regular activities including talks, excursions, walks, and creative workshops.
  • Helps newcomers feel at home and develop a social network in Bern.

ACET-VEEDA

Eichenweg 5

3052 Zollikofen, Switzerland