Power and Homeland. Federalism in Switzerland and Beyond.

Description

Federalism is an important element of Swiss democracy and identity. In daily life, we are constantly in contact with federalism, even without realizing it: for example, when we register in our new municipality of residence, when we encounter a police check, or when we pay in francs at the supermarket checkout. In federal Switzerland, the power and responsibilities of the state are divided among the municipalities, cantons, and the Confederation. While some emphasize that federalism allows for diversity within unity, others criticize it as too complicated, inefficient, and outdated. But how does federalism actually work? How and why is political power distributed across different territories? What role does federalism play for minorities? What is the connection between federalism, our sense of belonging, and our identity? Where does Swiss federalism stand today, and how is it evolving? What are the current issues in other federal countries? The exhibition, a series of events organized throughout the year, and various mediation offers allow for discussions on these and other questions. The exhibition was developed in close collaboration with the Fondation ch, the Institute of Federalism at the University of Fribourg, and the Institute of Political Science at the University of Bern. The project is supported by the Swiss National Fund. Note: This text was translated by an automatic translation software and not by a human translator. It may contain translation errors.

Highlights

• Exhibition on federalism in Switzerland and beyond
• Debates on identity and diversity
• Organized in collaboration with academic institutions

General Information

The exhibition explores the role of federalism in Swiss democracy and identity. It addresses contemporary questions about the distribution of power and its impact on minorities through a series of events throughout the year.

Location

Marktgasse 67, 3011 Bern, Switzerland

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