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Your Voice Matters: Upcoming Swiss E-ID referendum - Engagement in the debate through ISOC-CH
by Berna Alp 08 Sep '25

08 Sep '25

Dear ISOC Switzerland members and friends, The referendum of the Swiss-ID is approaching. Whilst political parties overwhelmingly support a YES vote, we believe it is important to remain both critical and cautious. Digitization brings opportunities, but it also carries inherent risks and dangers especially when progress and innovation become the top priority. No one denies that risk exists, regardless of position, and indeed they always will. The ISOC-CH board and the Public Policy Aspects Committee have collectively written a text highlighting key concerns that, in our view, deserve careful consideration before voting in the referendum. You can read it here: 👉 <https://www.isoc.ch/the-referendum-is-not-a-rejection-of-digitalization-but… <https://www.isoc.ch/the-referendum-is-not-a-rejection-of-digitalization-but…>> Some of the concerns of ISOC-CH members reflected in our article were also touched upon during the Public Policy Sessions 2025 panel and discussion. You can watch the recording here: 👉 <https://www.isoc.ch/events/public-policy-session-2025/ <https://www.isoc.ch/events/public-policy-session-2025/>> In addition, we are organizing an open hybrid roundtable at the L200 space in Zurich. Through stories, we will explore some potential risks, consider their likelihood, and debate their significance. More information is available here: 👉 <https://www.isoc.ch/events/what-could-possibly-go-wrong-with-the-swiss-id-a… <https://www.isoc.ch/events/what-could-possibly-go-wrong-with-the-swiss-id-a…>> We also welcome your input and feedback. ISOC-CH members are invited to share their own views by submitting a short blog post to contact(a)isoc.ch <mailto:contact@isoc.ch>, for publication on our website: 👉 <https://isoc.ch/ <https://isoc.ch/>> Finally, at our next General Assembly, which will again take place in the context of the Public Policy Sessions 2026, we encourage everyone, especially those who feel underrepresented to join us and help shape the future of ISOC Switzerland Chapter. With best regards, The ISOC Switzerland Board

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