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FRANXINI FURTHER EDUCATION

We empower researchers to engage in constructive dialogue with political decision-makers.

Franxini's further education programs are aimed at researchers at all career levels and from all disciplines at Swiss universities and universities of applied sciences.

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Our courses focus on practical knowledge of Swiss politics and science-policy work – so that researchers can use their expertise to help shape change and institutions that benefit society as a whole.

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In particular, they

  • develop a practical understanding of Swiss politics; 

  • learn where, when and how to get involved in the political process and who the relevant stakeholders are;

  • understand the role of research and politics;

  • receive practical tips for communicating with political actors.

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Practical exercises provide the opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge directly.

Learn how science, politics, 
and the administration work together

Boot camps and simulations

Boot Camp – Sprint

Franxini Boot Camp – Sprint provides an overview in one day: Researchers receive the basics on the Swiss political system and learn where, when, and how they can effectively get involved. The focus is on conveying the most important contents and an intensive exchange on the topics «Sciences and Politics» and «Participation in Political and Public Discourse».

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Boot Camp – Marathon

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Franxini Boot Camp – Marathon is an in-depth course over 2.5 days with practical training elements. The researchers learn the basics of the Swiss political system and where, when, and how they can constructively get involved. The contents of the two thematic areas «Science and Politics» and «Participation in Political and Public Discourse» are immediately deepened and practiced through practical training elements.

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Simulation - Expert Hearing in a Parliamentary Committee

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​The Franxini simulation is a half-day course in which researchers are given the opportunity to leave their familiar role as scientists and simulate a committee hearing in the Swiss parliament. To this end, an introduction to the Swiss political system and impact-oriented communication at the beginning of the workshop provides participants with the necessary knowledge and practical tips. These are then applied immersively in the simulation.

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«I highly recommend this course to everyone! It was a wonderful workshop, designed to be diverse and comprehensive, leaving participants with many inspirations and practical ideas for implementation.
May more scientists engage in trustworthy and effective dialogue with politics, and may there be more recognition for this in the scientific community!»

Participant Franxini Boot Camp

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