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WHO ARE WE?
Chiens de Genève is a non-profit association founded by five Genevois dog owners dedicated to improving the lives of dogs, their guardians and the beutiful city of Geneva.
As dog owners, we wish to work collaboratively with our neighbours and all sectors of the community, from local businesses, local police, urban planners, and politicians, for a more inclusive and dog-friendly city.
Safe, sustainably-designed urban spaces that support social interactions - while fostering creativity, inclusion, and equality, contribute to a stronger sense of community, well-being, and overall happiness in our cities.
The contribution that well-loved, happy and healthy dogs make to our city is visible and tangible.
Happy, confident health dogs promote human connections, they naturally encourage social interaction and contribute greatly to the overall happiness of any community.
OUR MISSION
As responsible dog owners, we wish to work collaboratively with our neighbours and all sectors of the community, from local businesses, local police, urban planners, and politicians, to promote a more inclusive and dog-friendly city:
Dog-friendly urban policies should recognize the essential role dogs play in the social fabric of the city.
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Enhance animal welfare and responsible ownership through education, awareness, promotion of best practices, and community initiatives.
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Support meaningful engagement between dog owners, local authorities, residents and visitors to foster mutual respect and coexistence.
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Advocate for safe accessible green spaces and infrastructure, ensuring that dogs have safe and appropriate environments within the urban landscape.
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Collaborate with local businesses and talent to create initiatives and activities that strengthen the bond between the community and its dogs.
A significant milestone in our journey has been the acceptance by the Geneva City Council to engage with our petition to secure access to Lake Geneva for dogs, if our proposal is accepted and implemented by the Council, it would be a transformative good practice of making our city more inclusive and enhancing the well-being of both dogs and their owners.
We invite you to take a moment to review our current petition and, if it resonates with you to please sign it and share it with others.
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As a non-profit organization, all of our efforts are dedicated to serving the public interest and advancing the welfare of dogs and the broader Geneva community, in alignment with our statutes.
OUR VALUE LADDER
1. Individual Well-being
Value: Enhancing the daily lives of dogs and their guardians.
- Access to safe and welcoming public spaces, including the lake.
- Educational resources promoting responsible ownership.
- Opportunities for socialization and community connection.
2. Community Engagement
Value: Building a connected and respectful community.
- Events and initiatives that bring together dog owners and residents.
- Collaboration with local businesses and creative talent.
- Platforms for dialogue between citizens and authorities.
3. Urban Environment
Value: Creating a dog-friendly and sustainable city.
- Advocacy for accessible green spaces and thoughtful urban planning.
- Promotion of infrastructure that supports coexistence.
- Contributions to healthier, more vibrant public spaces.
4. Policy & Advocacy
Value: Driving systemic and lasting change.
- Collaboration with local police, urban planners, and politicians.
- Representation of the dog-owning community in policy discussions.
- Successful initiatives, such as securing lake access for dogs.
5. Societal Impact
Value: Strengthening the social fabric of Geneva.
- Encouraging compassion, inclusion, and civic participation.
- Supporting local economic activity through partnerships.
- Positioning Geneva as a good practise model for dog-friendly
urban living, that recognises the critical role that dogs play for our
mental health and well-being.
OUR MAIN PILLARS
1. Advocacy:
Championing the needs and rights of dogs and their guardians.
2. Collaboration:
Working with authorities, businesses, and the community.
3. Responsibility:
Promoting ethical and respectful dog ownership.
4. Inclusivity:
Ensuring shared public spaces for all.
5. Sustainability:
Supporting environmentally conscious urban development.
6. Community:
Fostering connection and mutual respect.
