The Casa Alianza Switzerland Association
Founded in 1997 and based in Geneva
The Association (in Switzerland)
Our Vision
To empower vulnerable children to take charge of their own futures. Children shape the future of their communities, neighborhoods, cities, and countries.
Our Mission
To take action and provide multidisciplinary care to vulnerable children in Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico, as well as to their families, and to give them the tools they need to break free from the cycle of violence, poverty, and exclusion on the streets.
Our Values
Respect
Casa Alianza Switzerland helps vulnerable children in Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico while respecting their rights, values, and individuality.
Solidarity
Casa Alianza Switzerland feels a deep connection to the plight of vulnerable children in Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico. It is this spirit of mutual support that drives the organization to take action.
Mission
Casa Alianza Switzerland aims to build a better future for children in Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico and to help ensure that children’s rights are upheld in this region.
Commitment
Casa Alianza Switzerland is committed to the long-term implementation of projects that facilitate the social and family reintegration of vulnerable children in Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico.
The Team in Switzerland
The Casa Alianza Switzerland association has several types of members: paying members, who are involved in decision-making and the management of the association; honorary members, who have actively participated in or contributed to the association’s activities; and donors. A committee appointed by the association defines its strategy, direction, and activities. It entrusts the Secretary General with achieving the association’s objectives and supports her in her work.
Honorary members
Committee
- Maria Jesus Alonso Lormand (co-chair)
- Cécile Baux Coutau (Co-Chair)
- Diane Crittin Lorda (secretary)
- Berenice Morales (treasurer)
- Elodie Sierro
Team
- Daniela Gerzso-Demange, Executive Secretary
- Lucile Froger, Fundraising and Communications Coordinator
- Léonie Laissus, Communications and Fundraising Intern
In Memoriam
From left to right: Léonie Laissus, Lucile Froger, Daniela Gerzso-Demange, Cécile Baux Coutau, Elodie Sierro, Diane Crittin Lorda, Maria Jesus Alonso Lormand, and Berenice Morales.
Casa Alianza has a network of partners and partnerships in Switzerland and works with numerous organizations and institutions to carry out its mission.
Casa Alianza: Key Dates
1997
Founding of the Association
Casa Alianza Switzerland was founded in December 1997
2001
The association becomes more professional.
Thanks to a private donor, Casa Alianza Switzerland was able to hire a full-time coordinator to manage case files and conduct professional fundraising efforts.
Become a Member
Being a member means offering moral support, encouraging the work of Casa Alianza Switzerland, giving more weight to our efforts with authorities, the media, and the public, and actively participating in activities in Switzerland and in the life of the association.
