Publications

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30.07.2025

A new definition of home: narratives of a changing Switzerland

A new definition of home: narratives of a changing Switzerland

National narratives shape how a country talks about itself. The study entitled “Heimat neu erzählen – Narrative der Schweiz im Wandel” (“A new definition of home – narratives of a changing Switzerland”) shows that despite political differences, key narratives about Switzerland meet with broad approval. And yet it is clear that these narratives are also divisive.
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11.06.2025

Polarized Society, Threatened Democracy?

Polarized Society, Threatened Democracy?

How polarized is Switzerland? A study series by Pro Futuris examines which topics are divisive, when polarization becomes problematic—and what still unites society despite these differences. Part 3 of the study.
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05.05.2025

Learning Publication for the Future Council U24

Learning Publication for the Future Council U24

The Future Council U24 was the first national citizen assembly for 16- to 24-year-olds. 80 randomly selected young people developed recommendations on mental health, thus strengthening their political participation.
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21.02.2025

Us and Them

Us and Them

How polarized is Switzerland? A study series by Pro Futuris investigates which issues divide, when polarization becomes problematic – and what still unites society despite differences. Part 2 of the study.
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02.12.2024

Between Conflict and Compromise

Between Conflict and Compromise

How polarized is Switzerland? A study series by Pro Futuris explores which topics divide society, when polarization becomes problematic—and what still unites us. Part 1 of the study.
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03.09.2023

Democracy Monitor: Is Swiss Democracy Ready for the Future?

Democracy Monitor: Is Swiss Democracy Ready for the Future?

On the occasion of the 175th anniversary of the Swiss Constitution, the Democracy Monitor 2023 shows: the population supports direct democracy – but doubts the political system’s ability to solve current and future problems.
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28.07.2023

Stories of Home: Dominant National Narratives in Switzerland

Stories of Home: Dominant National Narratives in Switzerland

The study “Stories of Home” explores dominant national narratives in Switzerland. It analyzes over 14,000 political documents and illustrates how storytelling shapes political communication.

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