We are excited to share that Accelerate2030 will be hosting a session during Innovate 4 Water marketplace in Geneva! This session aims to present the Accelerate2030 and Impact Hub model of connecting the Geneva ecosystem with ecosystems across the globe in order to scale the most promising solutions for the SDGs, looking particularly in the […]

Cet atelier va te révéler comment atteindre tes objectifs plus facilement et rapidement grâce au mindset! Cet atelier est dédié aux femmes entrepreneures ou porteuses de projet à impact positif qui souhaitent passer à l'action facilement et atteindre leurs objectifs plus rapidement et sereinement. Sais-tu que nos pensées créent notre réalité? Grâce à des questions […]

On les dit bons-vivants, grandes-gueules, parfois rustres ou machos: les cuivres n’ont pas toujours eu bonne réputation dans le milieu musical et sont longtemps restés un bastion quasi exclusivement masculin. Alors quoi: les femmes n’auraient pas la force nécessaire pour souffler dans un tuba ou un trombone? Jouer de la trompette ou du cor ne […]

On the occasion of the 8th March, Impact Hub Geneva, in collaboration with Genuine Women, Singa Switzerland, la Corde à linge, Global Shapers, HumanImpact5, will host a series of workshops and conferences exclusively facilitated by economic development women actors from the region, both in English and in French. Join us for the opening conference, “Resilient Women: […]

In honour of International Women’s Day, Accelerate2030 and Impact Hub will launch a joint campaign in the month of March! The campaign will feature amazing women entrepreneurs from around the world -  who are creating innovative solutions to our world's most pressing challenges -  with the aim of showcasing the contributions of women entrepreneurs to […]

The Women Entrepreneur Week: a 3-day workshops' series on several topics! On the occasion of the Women International Day, from the 8th of March until the 10th of March, Impact Hub Geneva in collaboration with GENUINE WOMEN, SINGA Switzerland, Global Shapers Geneva, LA CORDE À LINGE and HumanImpact5, will host a series of workshops and […]

"Célébrons les femmes entrepreneures"   Genuine Women et Impact HUB Lausanne vous invitent à les rejoindre pour une soirée lors de la journée de la femme le Mardi 8 Mars 2022. Nous avons décidé de ne pas mettre uniquement les femmes à l'honneur mais surtout les femmes entrepreneures!  Réjouissez-vous avec nous de vos réussites, vos expériences et […]

Table ronde de femmes en politique pour la Journée des droits des femmes A l’occasion de la Journée internationale des droits des femmes en mars, Impact Hub Lausanne, écosystème d’innovation sociale et économique, organise en collaboration avec ses partenaires, une table ronde de femmes en politique. Celle-ci a pour objectif de parler de la place […]

In this session you will learn how a simple 5-step Cyber Security Framework and a few software tools is all you need to prevent malware and ransomware in your organisation, even if you don't have a security team or a massive budget.   What we will cover: Popular Cyber Security Frameworks Myths about Cyber Security […]

A discussion on how to enable cross-sectoral initiatives and experiments in International Organisations.   The Geneva Innovation Movement and Propel Labs, in partnership with Impact Hub, Health Innovation Exchange and the Center for Innovation & Partnerships, will bring together a global, cross-sector group to discuss interactively what it means to experiment in large organizations. Innovation […]

The shift to remote work made us stronger, more productive, more fulfilled. It reduced our carbon footprint and allowed many people to benefit from the digital nomad lifestyle. But remote events and gatherings still lack natural social interactions and participant engagement. We are still not offered a real chance to get to know other participants, […]

Experiential Movement Lab Geneva, in collaboration with Impact Hub Geneva, are pleased to invite you to join us in real life for a free workshop – Step into Spring!   Experiential Movement Lab Geneva's mission is to help people to discover the usefulness of embodiment practices for developing mastery of soft skills such as welcoming […]

At this event you will learn how to choose the best platform to host your online courses as well as how to deploy your own company branded platform.   What you'll get: • 3 different ways of hosting and selling online courses. • The pros and cons of selling courses on Udemy. • A step-by-step […]

Le Cyber World Cleanup Day est une journée de sensibilisation à l'empreinte environnementale du numérique qui aura le lieu le samedi 19 mars. L'objectif de cette journée est d'inviter la population à agir concrètement en nettoyant ses données et/ou en offrant une seconde vie à tous ses équipements numériques. L'Institut du Numérique Responsable suisse (INR), […]

Join Swiss Impact Investment Association on Tuesday, 22nd March at Impact Hub Geneva to discuss and address the key issues and challenges identified by the respondents to the SIIA Survey. Swiss Impact Investment Association is a bottom-up influential private (corporations and individuals) cross-sector driven coalition dedicated to driving more private capital to improve lives and […]

The shift to remote work made us stronger, more productive, more fulfilled. It reduced our carbon footprint and allowed many people to benefit from the digital nomad lifestyle. But remote events and gatherings still lack natural social interactions and participant engagement. We are still not offered a real chance to get to know other participants, […]

At this event you will learn how to safely and securely deploy and manage WordPress websites in the Cloud, even if you are not a developer or sys admin.   What you'll get: • How to use choose & deploy secure WordPress Cloud servers. • Registering & using free LetsEncrypt SSL certificates and how to […]

With the Circular Economy Fashion & Textile Circle, Impact Hub Zürich wants to support the creation and curation of a network to raise awareness on the problems of our textile industries, to show new innovative approaches, opportunities, and share valuable knowledge within the topic.   This event is the chance to meet in person and […]

Dans le cadre du Festival d’innovation ouverte : Open Geneva, SINGA vous propose de participer à un atelier durant lequel vous aurez la possibilité d’apporter votre contribution aux projets de 4 entrepreneur.e.s de leur programme d’incubation. Réalité virtuelle, santé, éducation, e-commerce, vous contribuerez au développement de leurs prochaines actions !   Vous êtes les bienvenus […]

Workplace D&I Essentials: An introductory session on the basic of theory and practice * This workshop will be give in french, too, during the afternoon of the same day.   We recommend this session as a prerequisite to other workshops. A journey through the evolution of D&I will bring you to the most recent research […]

Artificial Intelligence will transform many areas of businesses – and it is likely that you already had an encounter with an artificial intelligence today (Hello Siri!). In this edition of our Startup Stories event, you will meet 2 founders that successfully built a new business that is powered by Artificial Intelligence. Get to know different […]

The shift to remote work made us stronger, more productive, more fulfilled. It reduced our carbon footprint and allowed many people to benefit from the digital nomad lifestyle. But remote events and gatherings still lack natural social interactions and participant engagement. We are still not offered a real chance to get to know other participants, […]

Startup Stories in Times of Crisis: How 2 founders recognized opportunities in critical times The pandemic-related crisis period has left its mark on all of us – even on the Swiss startup scene. In this edition of our Startup Stories events, you’ll meet Verena and Severin. Both have used the last two years to kickstart and accelerate their startups. […]

At this event you will learn how anyone can safely store personal data in the Cloud, without worrying about data security.   What you'll get: • Learn how data is typically stored in the Cloud. • Legal and regulatory requirements for storing data. • Recent data theft incidents & why they happened. • Best practises […]

Do you love to drink wine but want to learn how to taste wine like a professional? Join Geneva Wine Society's wine tasting basics class and meet the world of wine in a special in-person tasting that will help you understand the “how’s” and “why’s” of wine in a fun and very enjoyable way.   […]

Welcome to our Swiss Wide Impact Hub Community new format “BumpIn & Learn” : Every first Tuesday of every month (11:30-12:15), meet your swiss community, hear a short input from a member and have the opportunity to discuss further this monthly topic within the call.   Join us on Tue. 5th April, for a discussion […]

Presentation of the research paper “Mapping the Humanitarian Transformation: Spotlight on Innovation in International NGOs” (2021 – UNIGE, Center for Innovation & Partnerships and Geneva Innovation Movement). The research paper presents a snapshot of innovation in International NGO’s today. It highlights key opportunities and challenges to fostering further innovation as we move into the post-pandemic world.   […]

Experiential Movement Lab Geneva, in collaboration with Impact Hub Geneva, are pleased to invite you to join us in real life for a free workshop – Step into Spring!   Experiential Movement Lab Geneva's mission is to help people to discover the usefulness of embodiment practices for developing mastery of soft skills such as welcoming […]

As we continue to find new ways of working in organisations and through technology, join us to discover modern agile methodologies and how they can empower you and your team towards greater flexibility, clarity and productivity. Learn about: Agile methodology and what it means in the modern workplace What this entails for different sectors, including […]

Circular Economy Switzerland organise pour la première foi, son Community Meeting en présentiel ! Pour cette occasion, Circular Economy Switzerland, Circular Economy Transition et Impact Hub Lausanne invitent la communauté dans notre nouvel espace Beaulieu Circulaire qui réside à la Halle 18 à Beaulieu, Lausanne. Un lieu unique qui réunit des start-ups et des organisations de différents secteurs […]

The International Climate Show will be held at Geneva Palexpo on April 20-21, 2022 and will be the marketplace for innovations and sustainable solutions. This un-missable event meets an increasing demand in this sector and will give visibility to new solutions and clean technologies outcomes. This event will be an opportunity for visitors to the […]

Nous avons le plaisir de vous annoncer que se tiendra le 21 avril prochain le tout premier événement public MY BLUE PLANET en francophonie avec The Climate Reality Project et ImpactHub Lausanne ! Notre objectif est de réunir les communautés actives dans les domaines de la durabilité et de la protection du climat afin d'unir […]

We typically view the world through a lens that embodies a nature-culture dichotomy. This is a lens that has largely been shaped by a small number of men, in a short space of time. Nature for recreation, nature as a resource, nature for restoration. But what happens if we adjust the lens and look at the […]

Objective: Reimagining a future resonant with our values. Target: Mid-level Managers, Change Makers, Senior Executives Format: 3-hour module; based on interactive exercises   “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” – Abraham Lincoln   Imagination is the first step to creating reality. The patterns of history are indicators of the future; […]

PechaKuchaNight x AMR Jazz Club: Stories from Geneva's melting pot & live jam session / Histoires du melting pot genevois et jam session   Join us at the next PechaKucha Night on Tuesday 26th April at 19h30 for more stories from Geneva's melting pot. We have teamed up with the legendary AMR Jazz Club to […]

On Friday 29 April 2022, you’re invited to the Global Inner Development Goals Summit to learn how we can release the brakes on human progress, both individually and collectively. This is the journey. Now is the time. The Inner Development Goals (IDGs) have been developed to define the capabilities, qualities, and skills we all require […]

Connecting to the greater good: Leading with personal and professional values that enhance inclusivity * This workshop will be give in french, too, during the afternoon of the same day.   This workshop aims first at the individual and provides a pathway for personal values clarification and how to connect to and embody professional and […]

Impact Finance In Harmony With Nature And Other Strategies For The Future   Impact for Breakfast has the pleasure of inviting you to a virtual session with Karin Fuchs-Häseli, Co-Founder & CEO of The SunHeart Business Leaders. So if you are still left wondering “what 'LOVE' has got to do with it ”, now is your chance […]

Welcome to our Swiss Wide Impact Hub Community new format “BumpIn & Learn” : Every first Tuesday of every month (11:30-12:15), meet your swiss community, hear a short input from a member and have the opportunity to discuss further this monthly topic within the call.   Join us on Tue. 3rd May, for a discussion […]

Développer la Smart City, c’est innover ensemble pour une société durable, humaine et connectée   Suite au succès rencontré l’année dernière lors de la première édition du Préhack Smart City, SIG a décidé de reconduire cette expérience en partenariat avec l’association Open Geneva. Le préhack Smart City, c’est un événement énergisant et des idées innovantes, […]

SHIFT x Impact HUB Lausanne – De la patate au papet et retour : bouclons la boucle Journée de l’écosystème alimentaire vaudois qui repense radicalement son rapport à ce qui nous fait vivre: notre sol et ce qu’il produit.   Quand on parle de boucle, on ne pense pas qu’à celle de la saucisse au […]

Of all startup founders in Switzerland, only 24% are women. This is a systemic challenge that affects not only individuals but also has national repercussions, as it imposes missing opportunities for economic prosperity.   The FEMseries is FEMtrepreneurs’ program to foster more diversity and inclusion in the Swiss entrepreneurship ecosystem. The program supports female founders […]

The Strategic Product Storytelling workshop (by Google for Startups) is designed to help startup product managers tell the story of their product and company in a more compelling way. Product managers will learn how to create an effective and powerful mission statement, develop a strategic story for their company/product, and receive real-time feedback from the […]

Nous avons le plaisir de vous inviter à la 1ère édition du Forum de l’Innovation Sociale qui aura lieu à l’Amphimax sur le Campus de l’UNIL le 11 mai 2022 de 16:15 à 18:45. Ce Forum sera suivi d’un apéritif.   La 1ère édition de ce Forum vise à faire connaître à toute notre communauté UNIL (étudiant-e-s, chercheur-euse-s, collaborateur-trice-s et alumni) les principes, enjeux et […]

La projection se fera en présence des réalisatrices et sera suivie d'un apéritif de réseautage.   Le documentaire donne la parole à 17 citoyen.nes du canton de Neuchâtel qui œuvrent en faveur de la durabilité. Chacun.e illustre un ou plusieurs objectifs du développement durable édictés par l’ONU pour 2030. Afin de poser des questions pertinentes, […]

At the Swiss Social Economy Forum, social entrepreneurs and representatives of social businesses, cooperatives, and other community-oriented organizations exchange ideas with stakeholders from academia, politics, and civil society. The forum creates visibility for topics around impact-oriented business and the social economy in Switzerland. Networking at the Forum is intended to inspire actors and strengthen the […]

Two years on from the launch of the EU Green Deal, it's time we discussed what opportunities are emerging for circular economy innovators. Approved in early 2020, the EU Green Deal set the objective for Europe to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, resulting in a cleaner environment, more affordable energy, smarter transport, […]

SME and startups along the value chain from food production to food consumption: discover innovation opportunities thanks to the connection with R&D centers. Agri-food research centers: access economic partners and develop projects potentially supported by Innosuisse or other support organizations. Associations and umbrella organizations active in the food sector, nutrition managers in schools, nursing homes and […]

Impact Hub and Accelerate2030 are happy to partner with ChangeNOW, the largest gathering of innovations for the planet to be held May 19th to May 21st in Paris, Grand Palais Ephemère and the first floor of the Eiffel Tower & online. A unique place to meet innovators, investors, corporations, city and regional representatives, journalists, new […]

What are we thinking? Dealing with unconscious bias in everyday work. * This workshop will be give in french, too, during the afternoon of the same day.   What lies behind what we often call ‘intuition’ or ‘gut feeling’? How much of our workplace interactions, choices and decisions, and ‘objective’ evaluations at work are rooted […]

“After having destroyed the planet, I think that sustainable business models could repair it.” – André Hoffmann   Between the 22nd and 25th May 2022, InTent will be at the World Economic Forum with a full programme of panel discussions, partners' meetings and more. Two years after its last edition, this World Economic Forum is crucial […]

Explorez à travers ce webinaire participatif et pratique de 2 heures, les défis et les opportunités, les compétences et les outils nécessaires pour chacune des étapes du cycle de financement. Découvrez l’importance d’une stratégie de collecte de fonds diversifiée et abordez les questions éthiques dans le choix de donateurs. Intervenante : Abena Lauber, Fondatrice de […]

Découvrez le fonctionnement du modèle économique linéaire et ses impacts puis dans un deuxième temps courbez les flèches pour "circulariser" notre système ! L'atelier dure 3 heures et se déroule par groupe de 7 personnes avec 1 animateur.   * Cet évènement est organisé par des bénévoles, merci de prévenir si vous avez un empêchement.

Journée festive notamment sur le thème de la sobriété numérique. Conférences, install party, ateliers, musique, buvette, activités pour les enfants...   Au programme Toute la journée Atelier-concours : démontage et remontage d’un PC, animé par l’équipe de l’atelier d’itopie Install Party : Installer ou configurer un système libre, animé par Léman Libre Activité enfants: fresque […]

Welcome to our Swiss Wide Impact Hub Community new format “BumpIn & Learn” : Every first Tuesday of every month (11:30-12:15), meet your swiss community, hear a short input from a member and have the opportunity to discuss further this monthly topic within the call.   Join us on Tue. 7th June, for a discussion […]

💚 BUILDING AN ECOSYSTEM COMMITTED TO INNOVATION AND PREVENTION AGAINST TOBACCO IS OUR MISSION 💚   🔎 Impact Challenge theme - "Digitalization, technologies and prevention: perspectives and challenges". Numerous digital solutions and tools have been developed by the Swiss Tobacco Prevention Fund in recent years: prevention campaigns via facebook, new websites, applications, new exchange platforms, […]

The FEMtrepreneurs initiative invites all female entrepreneurs and allies to the 6th FEMevent: Closing The Gender Gap in Negotiation! How can female founders narrow the gap in negotiated results with investors or other stakeholders? What strategies can founders apply to improve success? How to avoid pitfalls? In the next FEMevent “Closing the Gender Gap in […]

Le One Planet Lab, EPER, Réseau Transition et Objectif Terre organisent à Lausanne un cycle de dialogues afin d’imaginer la Suisse Romande en 2030. Le premier dialogue se déroulera durant le Petit Festival Objectif Terre 2022 11 juin, 16:00-18:00 : “Et si on relocalisait notre alimentation?”, 1er dialogue du cycle l'imagination au pouvoir 16 juin, […]