On World Health Day 2020, as the whole world is talking health and experiencing serious challenges in tackling COVID-19, Stefan Germann, CEO of Fondation Botnar, shares how technology is being used to strengthen health systems around the world, and the crucial technical, societal, and human rights issues this brings.

In light of the emerging global situation and COVID-19, Dr. Stefan Germann, CEO at Fondation Botnar, is sharing a message with some updates and offer support from the Fondation Botnar offices in Switzerland.

Zur Oren, Learning Hub and Partnerships Program Manager, shares reflections about a recent trip to Cluj-Napoca, Romania.

Stefan Germann, CEO at Fondation Botnar, shares his reflections on the tenth session of the World Urban Forum, and the biggest challenges and opportunities in the mission to create inclusive, safe, and healthy cities where young people can thrive.

Siddhartha Jha, AI/Digital Program Manager at Fondation Botnar shares insight on why a focus on adolescents is critical as Fondation Botnar announces its new Fit for the future call for proposals.

Fondation Botnar is launching a call for innovative proposals that aim to leverage data and frontier technologies to create rapid impact for and with young people in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

2019 has been a momentous year in the advent of digital technologies in global health. We’ve seen the World Health Organisation (WHO) take one of the largest departmental reforms in its history, announcing the establishment of it’s Digital Health Department…

  Being asked by Fondation Botnar to moderate a panel uniting unique perspectives was exciting. Even more so when the topic was one that in recent times has stimulated academics, had an influx of global media debate, and fuelled campaigners…

On World Cities Day, the international community unites to amplify its interest in rapid urbanisation - and ensuring further action towards sustainable urban development. 

Fondation Botnar will host an event with leading global innovators to share their experiences of harnessing digital innovations to improve adolescent mental health in the UK and abroad.