Who We Are
The ES VICIS Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Baselland, Switzerland, operational since 2016. Our mission is to revitalize small rural communities in disadvantaged regions by reversing youth migration and transforming these villages into economically resilient hubs. We turn challenges into opportunities by creating local jobs, attracting newcomers, and fostering sustainable development through economic growth, a welcoming environment, and accessible housing. In collaboration with local partners, we ensure revitalized communities have access to essential infrastructure and services, including health, education, connectivity, and transportation.
We are committed to inspiring a mindset shift by identifying products and services that the region demands, moving beyond traditional agribusiness. This approach creates new avenues for business growth and job creation. As digitalization transforms the economy, we also foster innovation in rural areas, helping businesses expand locally and globally.
Our mission is to bridge the rural-urban divide by advocating for decentralized development and driving lasting solutions that improve people’s lives and protect the environment.



Key Insights of Our Program
Our Welcome to My Village program strengthens small communities through a participatory approach, creating employment opportunities, promoting integration, and providing housing to retain and attract new families.
Built on a proven 6-phase model, the program collaborates with key partners from the public, private, and academic sectors to support communities in their revitalization and repopulation efforts.
The program is structured around three essential pillars:
- “Welcome” – Integration of newcomers for a strong sense of community.
- “Business” – Promotion of entrepreneurship and support for job seekers.
- “Home” – Development of infrastructure and living spaces.
The model’s standout feature is its participatory stages, which engage the community and key regional stakeholders in a comprehensive assessment and evaluation process, identifying latent business and employment opportunities
The foundation has developed a key digital platform to support this program, ensuring continuous monitoring and oversight of the process and results throughout all phases of the model.
Through a knowledge-sharing framework, Welcome to My Village is shared with key stakeholders, empowering local partners and facilitating the replication of successful projects.
