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 ABOUT US   

fighting for the rights of queer people,
supporting LGBTIQ+ refugees
Queeramnesty stands for equality, empowerment, and inclusion. We are a group of volunteers committed to raising awareness around queer matters, supporting LGBTIQ+ refugees, and advocating for their rights.

We are a Non-Profit Organization and part of Amnesty International Switzerland - which is a worldwide movement and organization that is fighting for Human Rights. Its vision is a world in which Human Rights are equally in place for everyone.

We are working together with various Partner Organizations.

OUR STORY

Queeramnesty Switzerland is part of the Swiss section of Amnesty International, with which we work closely together. We are about 600 members in whole Switzerland, who are the foundation of our group. All of us are volunteers. Our group exists since 1997.

OUR TEAMS & OPEN POSITIONS

Focus Refugees

We are committed to ensuring that LGBTIQ+ refugees receive the necessary social, advisory, and legal support. As part of this working group, we work to facilitate the refugees' daily lives and help them find their way in Switzerland. The goal of our group is to improve the situation of LGBTIQ+ refugees in Switzerland and help them to live in a safe environment. We believe that everyone has the right to a life free from discrimination and persecution. Together, we can make a difference and help ensure that LGBTIQ+ asylum seekers receive the support they need to start a new life in Switzerland.

Campaigns & Politics Team

This working group focuses on content and activities for individual countries. Volunteers organize events and activities based on the country's focus and network with other organizations. The group offers an opportunity to get involved in specific countries and gain valuable experience by networking with other organizations.

Editorial Team

The Editorial Team writes, translates, and revises texts and publications. Together with other volunteers, we manage our social media presence and write various articles for our own Queeramnesty magazine. The articles cover a wide range of topics but are usually related to queer rights.

Posted on:

6 October 2025

Team:

Administration -
Finances

Description:

We are looking for people willing to support Philipp in his diverse financial and administrative tasks – and to act as his deputy in his absence. If you are interested, please contact us.

Please contact:

Posted on:

6 October 2025

Team:

Focus Refugees -
Co-Coordination

Description:

We are looking for additional people who are willing to work with Livia and Annett to keep track of the ongoing support for queer asylum seekers and to ensure regular communication with the mentors. If you are interested, please contact us.

Please contact:

Posted on:

6 October 2025

Team:

Focus Refugees -
Mentor

Description:

We are looking for more people willing to provide social support to queer asylum seekers in Switzerland, especially outside of major cities. If you are interessted, please apply for Active Membership via our Website or contact us.

Please contact:

Posted on:

6 October 2025

Team:

Campaigns & Politics

Description:

We are looking for people willing to re-build our Campaigns & Politics Team. Focus is working with various instiutions to reach longterm goals for the Queer Community of Switzerland and beyond. If you are interested, please contact us.

Please contact:

Posted on:

6 October 2025

Team:

Editorial Team -
Newsletter

Description:

We are looking for people who are willing to work with the Editorial Team and focus on Newsletter creation. We currently do not have any Newsletter and would like to bring one back into life. If you are interested, please contact us.

Please contact:

Posted on:

6 October 2025

Team:

Website

Description:

We are looking for someone willing to support Florian with the development and maintenance of our Queramnesty Website. If you are interested, please contact us.

Please contact:

GROUP COORDINATION MEMBERS

Marc

Co-Lead, Group Coordination

Together with Jessica, I coordinate overall our activities. I am the main contact to our mother organization Amnesty Switzerland and support the other Group Members.

Livia Amacker

Coordinator Focus Refugees

Together with Annett, I coordinate the sub-group of Queeramnesty called "Focus Refugees". We are taking care of all mentors. I am also a mentor for queer refugees myself.

Florian

Website Manager & Mentor

I am a mentor for queer refugees and have built the Queeramnesty Website you are currently browsing on. Contact me in case of questions, suggestions or any feedback you have.

Ursina

Social Media Manager & Mentor

I am working as a mentor for queer refugees and I am co-responsible for the Instagram account. Please get in touch with me for any suggestions you have regarding Social Media.

Jessica Bormann

Co-Lead, Group Coordination

Together with Marc, I coordinate Queeramnesty's activities and provide particular support to the Website-Team. Contact me for general queries about Queeramnesty or our Website.

Annett Uehlinger

Coordinator Focus Refugees

Together with Livia, I coordinate the sub-group of Queeramnesty called "Focus Refugees". We are taking care of all mentors. I am also a mentor for queer refugees myself.

Noël

Social Media Manager & Mentor

I am working as a mentor for queer refugees and I am the main contact person of the Social Media Team. We are committed to raising the visibility of our work and recruiting new members.

Joëlle

Coordinator Newcomer Event

Together with Susanne, I organize information sessions several times a year for people who are newly interested in volunteering at Queeramnesty.

Philipp

Finances & Membership Manager

I am responsible for Queeramnesty's back office, finances, annual financial statements, membership management, and much more that needs to be done to keep everything running smoothly.  

Ralf Kaminski

Team Coordinator Magazine

Managing the Editorial Team that writes and publishes our Queeramnesty Magazine four times per year. Contact me for feedback, suggestions or other magazine-related topics.

Larissa

Social Media Manager & Mentor

I am working as a mentor for queer refugees and I am co-responsible for the Instagram account. Please get in touch with me for any suggestions you have regarding Social Media.

Susanne

Coordinator Newcomer Event

Together with Joëlle, I organize information sessions several times a year for people who are newly interested in volunteering at Queeramnesty.

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