Fitting in
There are many ways to get involved in Swiss society outside the university network. Swiss communities are very well served by sports and leisure facilities, from playing fields and courts to swimming pools and sports halls. Apart from this physical infrastructure, there is a vast range of clubs and associations for every imaginable pastime.
Anyone looking to integrate in Swiss society should be able to find like-minded locals who share the same interests. This online platformExternal link of more than 50,000 sporting, cultural, hobby and charity groups is a good resource for finding a club by canton or theme.
The Swiss are willing joiners, with half of the population involved in at least one voluntary association. The Swiss are also very physically active: 70% of people practise a sport at least one a week.
The charitable organisation MigrawebExternal link is a good source for more information on numerous aspects of daily life, including family, insurance, taxes and mobility. Their information is available in 18 languages.
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