Board Switzerland

The board of Addis Guzo consists of people who are closely connected to Ethiopia. All members have been to Ethiopia themselves, have lived and worked there and know the situation of people with disabilities first hand. Their involvement is voluntary and stems from a deep conviction that things can evolve and progress, and that every small step of change counts and can make a huge difference to an individual’s life. 

Since August 2023, two new members have joined the Executive Board: Fabienne Stinus and Rahel Huber.

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Marianne Locher
President

Ref. pastor in retirement
Since Marianne worked as a nurse in Ethiopia from 1976 to 1977, she has been very attached to the country. With her many years of commitment, her knowledge and her rich life experience, Marianne is an important pillar of the association.

Occupational therapist, wheelchair specialist
For over 20 years he was the owner of the wheelchair company hock’n roll ag. He was instrumental in setting up the training program for specialists in rehabilitation technology and has been managing director of the partner association rollaid since 2018.

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Bernhard "Bene“ Wissler
Project Manager
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Christine Oberli
Project Development

Teacher and special educator
Christine Oberli has over 30 years of teaching and special education experience. She is also well versed in many areas of the arts and crafts. She is responsible for the skills development program and the rehabilitation area.

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Teacher, adult educator, retired lecturer at the University of Teacher Education, Bern

Fabienne has been involved in our project for many years. Her first task on the Board was to familiarise herself with fundraising in French-speaking Switzerland.
With her organisational talent and commitment, she is a great asset to our committee

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Fabienne Stinus
Fundraising, translations, organisation
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Rahel Huber
Project Development

Occupational therapist
Rahel Huber worked for many years as an occupational therapist at the Nottwil Paraplegic Centre and in neurorehabilitation at Inselspital Bern. In her daily work with people who are dependent on a wheelchair, she was able to constantly expand her knowledge in this specialised field. She later switched to rehabilitation technology and now advises people on the provision of assistive devices. After several voluntary assignments in Addis Guzo, she has built up a strong bond with the project.

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