Swiss Uthayam East

The association is a politically and religiously independent aid and integration organization. The association was founded in 2004 by Tamils living in Switzerland from eastern Sri Lanka after the tsunami. The association supports the victims of the tsunami and the civil war and is involved in various development projects. The projects range from support contributions for full orphans and students to medical and social care, as well as assistance for economic self-sufficiency. In addition, the association provides emergency aid on site for people affected by the civil war. The association does not pursue any commercial purposes and does not strive for profit. The organs are active on a voluntary basis. The association is committed to the integration of Tamils in Switzerland. Collection of donations in the event of natural disasters such as floods in eastern Sri Lanka, donations are only collected in the event of natural disasters. The association issues donation receipts to donors. The association's support is provided through NGOs in Sri Lanka or through the subsidiary association Uthayam in Sri Lanka. Organizing association events, participating in other cultural events. Maintaining contacts with NGOs based in Switzerland and NGOs based in eastern Sri Lanka.