MEANING OF A LIFE:

- Non-profit association and is religiously / politically neutral.

- Wants to contribute to a change that will not be ephemeral over time, and make possible a lasting collaboration between different local and international actors and stakeholders devoid of any racial, religious, political and sexist prejudices

- Supports surgical treatments for patients as well as training for young surgeons living in countries where medical care / training programs are insufficient or non-existent:

Engages, directly and indirectly, with vulnerable populations with the aim of improving their health conditions. Wishes to provide free medical / surgical care in developing countries. Is committed to supporting the continuing education of health professionals (surgeon / doctor, nurse, among others). Ensures to organize meetings, seminars, and training stays abroad (Fellowship Program), offer advice, coordinate exchanges between health professionals, hospitals and universities from different countries), and as well as all kinds events that

serve the purpose of the association.

- Actively supports women and in particular surgeons in developing countries:

The association pays particular attention to the promotion, training and support of women, and more specifically in the field of surgery. To date, although this trend is decreasing, the gender gap in surgery remains significant. (The future of women in surgery. The diversity of worlds of socialization. Régine Bercot. In Travail et emploi 2015/1 (n ° 141), pages 37 to 52)

- Based on national and international collaboration:

Our information, awareness and training actions are directly inspired by local realities in the country where we are carrying out our project. The objective is to support healthcare professionals in their daily activities in collaboration with innovative companies in the field of medical technologies and services as well as with pharmaceutical laboratories. Our ultimate objective is to help find solutions, lasting partnerships for the benefit of poor patients.As part of a united approach, we support partner organizations in industrialized countries and those in the South, mobilized to implement projects that improve the quality of life of populations and that support human rights.

- Supports populations and social groups affected by an increased risk of social isolation:

In Switzerland, the association wishes to get involved in social projects, in particular to prevent social isolation (of the elderly, people with specific needs, etc.).