To overcome the current ecological crisis, we must change our relationship and attitude toward the natural world that surrounds us, recognizing our interconnectedness as humans, and as part of the living world.
About Us
Reconnect Foundation is a Swiss non-profit organization on a mission to nurture a deepening of the relationship of humanity with our natural environment by supporting academic research on consciousness, healthcare accessibility, and Indigenous stewardship of ecosystems and biodiversity.
Our Approach
Aligned with our values of integrity, connectedness, objectivity, compassion, respect and relationship, we are committed to build relationships and partnerships that promote biocultural conservation via benefit-sharing and support open science and accessibility by sharing the results of our scientific research and learnings.
An approach based on supporting Indigenous-led funding, community-led processes, and evidence-based scientific research.
Our Values
Integrity
Built on a foundation of honesty, transparency and empathy, every decision is carefully considered as we strive to continue on our learning journey and do our best.
Connectedness
Connected to nature and our surroundings, we recognize the value of the natural world and the urgent need to conserve traditional knowledge and the planet’s natural ecosystems.
Objectivity
Valuing diversity in our trans-disciplinary research, we support evidence-based and inclusive processes, promoting a symbiosis between different knowledge systems.
Respect + Relationship
We respect and value Indigenous cultural systems, traditional medicinal practices and traditional knowledge, and are committed to listen, nurture dialogue and build trusted relationships and alliances.
Compassion
We are guided by the aspiration to help reduce suffering for all living beings, and to promote thriving and diversity of life and consciousness manifestations.