Dive into Swiss Federalism:

A Practical Insight into the Field of Education

Friday, 20 September 2024, 15:00

University of Cyprus, Learning Resource Centre “Stelios Ioannou”, Amphitheatre LRC 012 (UCY Library)

A presentation by Professor Eva Maria Belser, Co-Director of the Swiss Institute on Federalism, accompanied by some insights into practice in the field of education from Dr Bernard Wicht, Head of International Affairs of the Swiss Conference of Cantonal Ministers of Education.

Swiss federalism, which stands as a unique and robust model of governance, is characterized by its deep-rooted tradition of decentralization. Through her presentation, the Professor Belser will examine its historical evolution, institutional structures, and the balancing act between cantonal autonomy and national unity. The example of inter-cantonal cooperation in the field of education will illustrate both the advantages and the challenges of such a system, offering valuable perspective on how it can address the issue of preserving diversity in an increasingly interconnected world.

Co-Organizers

• Embassy of Switzerland in Cyprus

• Department of Social and Political Sciences, University of Cyprus