Agenda
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remembering for tomorrow
Through the end of the 20th century, authorities in Switzerland reached deep into the lives of hundreds of thousands of people with “compulsory social measures and placements.” The measures were ordered in the name of providing care. The aim was to fight poverty and establish social order. But they resulted in grave injustices and suffering.
The web platform ‘Remembering for Tomorrow’ invites you to learn about the history and reappraisal of this chapter of Swiss history. We acknowledge the injustices of the past and explore their ongoing impact.
CSMP – An Overview
Where did the measures originate? How did they change over time?
Lifelong consequences
What are the impacts on those affected and their families?
Federal reappraisal
How is Switzerland addressing past injustices?
remembering for tomorrow
What does the reappraisal programme involve?
National touring exhibition
The exhibition "FOSTERED. LOCKED AWAY. FORGOTTEN?" sheds light on the history of compulsory social measures and placements in Switzerland and the process of coming to terms with them, bringing the story to all regions of the country.
Are you looking for exhibitions, books, apps, podcasts, or films on this topic?
Are you yourself affected by compulsory social measures or placements in care?
