ELECTION OF THE AUSTRALIAN DELEGATES TO THE COUNCIL OF THE SWISS ABROAD – TERM 2025-2029
Your Voice on the Council of the Swiss Abroad
Roland Isler represents the Swiss in Australia and surrounding Pacific Nations with commitment and passion. Supporting his re-election will ensure your voice is heard.
Key initiatives
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Working on your behalf: Supporting initiatives that matter to the Swiss Abroad in our region, such as e-voting, banking, health insurance, access to government services.
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Timely and relevant information: Roland has created and maintains the Swiss Alliance website, regularly provides updates on social media and has been the editor of the Regional News Oceania pages of the ‘Swiss Review’ for eight years.
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Linking and networking: Organising events such as the biannual Oceania Swiss Club Presidents Conference is just one initiative that brings the community together.
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Supporting Future Generations: Partake in events such as the Jungbürgerfeier. Engaging younger Swiss citizens in Australia, fostering a sense of identity and connection to their heritage.
What Roland brings to the Council of the Swiss Abroad
As a member of the incumbent CSA-team Roland is proud of what has been accomplished – the building and maintaining of networks for information exchange being one of the most important achievements.
He is eager to continue on that path, strengthening connections and relationships, whether it be face-to-face, on social media or through his role as local editor of the ‘Swiss Review’.
About Roland
Roland calls Australia home, but Switzerland will always remain ‘Heimat’. Engaging in the Swiss Community in Australia brings the two together. His experience as an expatriate for over four decades has made him a passionate champion and effective representative of the Swiss Abroad.
Volunteer work for the Swiss Community in Australia
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Hon. Life Member and Past-President of the Swiss Club of Victoria
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Life Member of the Swiss Society of Victoria Inc.
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Elected Member of the Council of the Swiss Abroad since 2009
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‘Swiss Review’ Regional Editor for Oceania, since 2017
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Founding Vice-President of the Swiss Alliance Australia Inc.
Rolf Huber
President of Swiss Festival
I am honoured to endorse Roland Isler for his exceptional service, diligence and dedication to the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad (OSA). Having known Roland for over 30 years and having worked alongside him on various committees, I can confidently attest to his unwavering commitment to the Swiss community.
Roland's leadership and passion for preserving Swiss heritage, have been evident throughout his tenure. As a long-standing member of the Council of the Swiss Abroad (CSA), he has tirelessly advocated for the rights and well-being of Swiss expatriates. His role as Regional Editor for Oceania for the ‘Swiss Review’ since 2017 further showcases his dedication to keeping the Swiss community connected and informed.
I wholeheartedly support Roland’s re-election and commend his exceptional service to the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad.
Remo Gysin
Past President of the OSA
Roland Isler is one of the most experienced members of the Council of the Swiss Abroad. He is well networked, connects people with a vision. With these qualities, Roland always succeeds in contributing to finding good solutions to difficult issues.
During my visit to Australia, I experienced how much his years of tireless and creative work for the Swiss Community in Australia is valued.
I would be very happy if Roland could continue to be heard in the CSR in the future.
Manuela Erb
Hon Consul of Switzerland, Victoria
Roland Isler is a valued member of the Swiss Community in Melbourne. Former President of the Swiss Club of Victoria, editor of the Oceania pages of the Swiss Revue, elected council member of the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad and Committee member of the Swiss Society in Victoria, Roland has always been totally committed in supporting our Swiss diaspora.
Since I took up the role of Honorary Consul of Switzerland in Victoria 9 years ago, we have worked together on many projects and I have always valued his dedication and drive. There are few Swiss who recognise the pulse of our compatriots and understand the diaspora so completely.
I totally endorse Roland’s nomination for election as council member of the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad. Having already served 16 years in this role, Roland has a wealth of knowledge, connections and experience to make him a standout candidate in the upcoming election.
How to support Roland’s campaign
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Stay Informed: Contact Roland for any question you might have about his work with the CSA or issues relevant to Swiss Abroad.
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Spread the Word: Please share Roland’s message within your community, either in-person or on social media.
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Vote: Roland is seeking your mandate to represent the Swiss Abroad in Australia for another term.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTE!
Contact
To find out more about the CSA election in Australia, go to the website of the Swiss Alliance Australia