Bevel ON Association for Social and Economic Empowerment

In today's world, forced displacement shadows the lives of millions. People flee to safety from wars, environmental disasters, and poverty. In new host communities, they are trying to start afresh.

Bevel ON Association offers support to displaced professionals who want to restart their professional careers in Switzerland and other European countries. Our holistic approach addresses the multifaceted challenges faced by people uprooted from their homes, focusing on emotional agility, skill development, and social integration.

Our
Mission

Empowering displaced professionals to shape their futures through emotional support and skill development, transforming them into contributing members of society.

Meet Bevel ON Team

Capacity Building Programme:
A New Horizon for Displaced Professionals

Our unique Programme equips displaced professionals with the tools necessary to restart their careers in a new environment. This initiative is not just about professional development. A supportive and understanding community of trainers and mentors helps refugees to build new lives in Switzerland and across Europe.

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Fostering Personal Capacity

Stimulating mental and emotional balance, fostering resilience and stress management, driving self-confidence and cultural integration.

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Facilitating Career Growth

Equipping individuals with the necessary tools and knowledge to navigate their career paths effectively and successfully integrate into the new professional landscape.

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Enriching Business Skills

Guiding participants to develop an entrepreneurial mindset, leverage creativity, learn project management, digital, and sustainability essentials.

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Supporting with Mentorship

Bringing a wealth of experience across various industries, providing invaluable guidance, insights, and support to mentees as they chart their professional journeys.

Begin a journey of growth and opportunity with our Capacity Building Programme, tailored for displaced professionals seeking new horizons abroad.

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Bevel Capacity Building Programme

The aim of Bevel Capacity Building Programme is to inspire and empower Ukrainians to create a new life map and career trajectory in Switzerland and other countries within the European community where temporary emergency migratory status has been granted.

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Bevel Networking Forum Event

Bevel's Capacity Building Programme is aimed at rebuilding inner power and foster the skills of displaced professionals required to shape their own future. Its multi-component platform nurtures influential and energetic leaders motivated to catalyze positive contributions across functions and geographies.

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BEVEL ON Networking Forum - June 27th

Witness the incredible journey of empowerment and transformation taken by 230 participants of Bevel ON capacity-building program for displaced professional. We owe our success to the invaluable guidance of Swiss social services, as well as the tangible support of our partners: Business School Lausanne (BSL), Project Management Institute, and our community of coaches and mentors. The Geneva Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services, CCIG has played a critical role in mobilizing the support of business circles, government, broader society, in seeking employment opportunities for Ukrainian refugees. At Bevel ON, we believe in helping refugees regain emotional balance and confidence, facilitating their integration into Swiss society. Furthermore, these skills can be vital for the future reconstruction of Ukraine when refugees eventually return to their homeland. Join us in celebrating the completion of our third edition. Together, we can make a lasting impact and provide a brighter future for those affected by forced migration.

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Empowering Minds at Business School Lausanne

Our recent Capacity Building Programme, in collaboration with Business School Lausanne (BSL), brought together passionate teachers, esteemed professors David Claivaz, Ph.D, Dominique Bourqui, Ph.D and Dr Marko Majer, and enthusiastic participants for a day of empowerment and learning. From morning till evening, the halls of BSL resonated with knowledge, inspiration, and a shared vision of unlocking potential. Together, we embraced the transformative power of education, creating a future of limitless possibilities.

Join Bevel ON Capacity Building Programme, a gateway to a supportive network of professionals and a fresh start to your career.

Learn, integrate, and tomorrow you will be the one extending a helping hand to someone in need.

Gain a competitive edge with Bevel ON's Capacity Building Programme.

Benefit from personalized mentorship and training designed specifically for your professional and personal goals. Invest in your success and unlock limitless opportunities.

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Upcoming Programme: 1 April - 5 June 2025

(*dates could be a subject of change and depends on number of applications)

A combination of bespoke online and offline workshops.

Duration: 10 weeks , 90-min online sessions on average three times a week at 17:30 CEST (final agenda to be confirmed).

Language requirement: fluent English

Curious to join the programme?

Let's connect in our upcoming webinar.

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Bevel ON Programme Milestones

We are proud of the progress we have made over the past two years. As we continue ON our journey, we reflect on the milestones we've achieved and look forward to the opportunities that lie ahead. Here are some key highlights of our impact so far:

Since April 2022

204 GRADUATES

successfully completed our program, showcasing the growing demand across Europe. We celebrate their achievements and look forward to empowering more individuals on their journey to professional success and financial independence

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Our Programme Design in 4 Modules:

1. Fostering Personal Capacity

Stimulating mental and emotional capacity, fostering resilience and stress management, driving self-confidence and social integration.

2. Facilitating Career Growth

Equipping individuals with the necessary tools and knowledge to navigate their career paths effectively and successfully integrate into the professional landscape

3. Enriching Business Skills

Guiding participants through developing an entrepreneurial mindset, leveraging creativity, learning project management essentials, digital fundamentals, and ESG foundations.

4. Supporting with Mentorship

Bringing a wealth of experience and expertise across various industries, providing invaluable guidance, insights, and support to mentees as they navigate their professional journeys.

Our Graduates Say

Alevtyna Rudenko, Wellbeing Officer, Cohort 2

"Bevel Programme gave peace to my soul, balance to my mind and food for brain! It was so inspiring and supportive experience! Thank you for the resource Bevel Programme gives! I highly recommend it to everyone who is eager to immerse themselves and to feel better in general! I envy whoever will be taking this program for the first time, you will have an incredible experience! Thank you, Bevel ON!"

Yuliia Drahun, Interior Designer, Cohort 2

"I received lots of knowledge and new skills, which definitely became useful for me, and which I successfully began to use in life. I met wonderful people, open to new things and ready to help and support. I see a big difference between me 2 months ago and me today. I sincerely recommend the Bevel ON programme to everyone, Inna and the team are doing a great job, for which I am infinitely grateful!"

Kristina Romenska, International Export Analyst, Cohort 3

“The Bevel Capacity Building Programme is very interesting and intense, covers different areas of life and work in Switzerland. It provides practical knowledge about the Swiss labor market and ways to develop your skills. With a feeling of deep gratitude, I would like to note the work of the trainers, who sought to share their knowledge so that Ukrainians could quickly find a job and integrate in Switzerland and make new acquaintances.”

Tetiana Karatieieva, IT Project Manager, Cohort 3

"The Bevel Capacity Program is a gift for those displaced Ukrainians, who want to be proactive and successful in Switzerland. The trainers help you to get fitting into the Swiss job market as well as set your mindset into the right direction. The program is built is a way you find help how to navigate your emotions, increase level of productivity and efficiency. The participants can build a network and gain from it. Thanks BEVEL!"

Iryna Fabryka, Financial Industry Lead, Cohort 3

“Many thanks for the excellent teaching, learning and support that all the teachers of the program provided in the learning and coaching process. Thank you for the experience, knowledge and skills that the speakers generously shared with us. I express my deep gratitude to Inna Malaia for creating a unique course for Ukrainians, which allows them to quickly integrate into a new culture and not lose my professional skills!”

Our Empowering Trainers

Meet our exceptional trainers, seasoned leaders in transformative leadership and cross-functional team-building. With diverse industry backgrounds, they'll guide you through our Capacity Building Programme, nurturing personal resilience, empowering career growth, and enriching your business skills.

Inna Malaia

Programme Director &

Self-Leadership Trainer

Trevor Holmes

Cross-Cultural Relations & Creativity Trainer

David Claivaz

Acting Dean, Business School Lausanne

Hulya Kurt

Networking & Career Development Trainer

Bhanukiran Desiraju

Strategic Entrepreneurship Trainer

Jérôme Michaud

Entrepreneurship Development Trainer

Manuela Morelli

Career Strategy

Trainer

Conferences & Public Platforms

A space for critical dialogue and solution exploration on sustainability, inclusivity, and empowerment. We bring together a diverse group of stakeholders, including refugees and civil organizations, to discuss challenges and devise collaborative strategies for meaningful impact.

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Bevel ON Association for Social and Economic Empowerment

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