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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wie steht es um die Demokratiemüdigkeit und die politische Passivität in der Schweiz? In unserer neuen Studie zeigen wir, welche Bevölkerungsgruppen dem demokratischen Prozess mit grösserer Distanz begegnen und welche Faktoren dabei eine Rolle spielen.