Fondation Botnar’s approach to supporting purpose-led ventures
At Fondation Botnar, ‘venture philanthropy’ isn’t just a concept; it's a commitment to thinking innovatively...
Fondation Botnar launches Rising Minds podcast
First launched as a pop-up radio show at the Women Deliver 2023 conference, all Rising Minds episodes are now available on Spotify. Listen now to delve into the obstacles facing today’s young people...
Fondation Botnar commits to young people’s wellbeing with global leaders at Clinton Global Initiative 2023
Fondation Botnar gathers global players at Clinton Global Initiative 2023 Meeting to unlock commitments to address unmet needs of 1.8 billion adolescents globally...
Wellbeing: what does it mean to us?
For us, wellbeing is defined as having autonomy over our lives, our experiences, and our emotions. Our approach...
An investment in more research to benefit children and adolescents
Fondation Botnar is donating an additional CHF 50 million to the University of Basel and ETH Zurich to expand the activities of the joint Botnar Research Centre for Child Health (BRCCH).
We’re heading to Women Deliver 2023
Fondation Botnar is excited to be attending the Women Deliver Conference this year, held in Kigali, Rwanda. The conference is an internationally renowned gathering focused on gender equality, health, and the rights and wellbeing of girls and women.
Rising Minds goes to Women Deliver 2023 – a radio show for and with young people
Right now, Kigali is getting ready to host this year's Women Deliver Conference, a globally renowned gathering focused on gender equality, health, rights, and the wellbeing of girls and women...
Fondation Botnar expands initiative to advance young people’s urban wellbeing to Ghana
Fondation Botnar adds the city of Koforidua in Ghana, to its global OurCity initiative that leverages local strengths, community engagement and digital technologies to transform cities and ensure young people’s wellbeing.
Our Year 2022 digital report
Read a summary of highlights, achievements and reflections over the past year at Fondation Botnar.
Launch of Being, a new mental health initiative for young people
Together with Grand Challenges Canada (GCC) and United for Global Mental Health, we are launching a new mental health initiative working towards a world where young people feel well and thrive.