INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL SERVICE — SWITZERLAND
Global social
action network.
Since 1932, in 120 countries, serving children, adults and families.
ABOUT US
We are a non-governmental, public-benefit organisation founded in 1932 and part of a global network of professionals that supports, defends, reunites and protects children, adults and families directly in a transnational context.
NEED HELP?
What is your situation?
Are you an individual, a relative or a professional facing a family, migration or legal situation that crosses borders? Identify your case and find the right support.
Our mission and our work
What ISS Switzerland does: four commitments
ISS Switzerland is committed to supporting, defending, reuniting and protecting children, adults and families in a transnational context. Backed by a network present in 120 countries, it provides individual social, family and legal support. Drawing on this field expertise, it has contributed since 1932 to the development of practice and legislation on children’s rights and migration law, in Switzerland and internationally.
Protecting children
Danger, abduction, family conflict or migration: we intervene across borders.
Supporting families
Mediation and amicable solutions for parents separated between countries.
Protecting adults
Coordinating protective measures for vulnerable adults between two countries.
Defending rights
Advocacy and innovative projects to advance children’s rights.
OUR IMPACT
2015 in figures
people supported
countries involved
interventions mandated by cantonal or municipal authorities
SUPPORT US
Every donation creates a bond
Your support helps us assist children and families across borders. Tax-deductible donations, ZEWO-certified organisation.