Ariane Rustichelli: ‘The interests of the Swiss Abroad got more attention before the pandemic’

After almost 17 years with the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad (OSA/SwissCommunity), ten of which as director, Ariane Rustichelli announced last week that she would be leaving the body that defends the interests of the diaspora. Faster, more complex work, financial pressure, structural modernisation: the challenges facing the OSA are numerous. During her ten years at the helm of the lobby for the Swiss Abroad, Rustichelli has experienced many developments. She takes stock of her experience and the challenges facing the OSA and the Swiss Abroad in the months and years ahead. SWI swissinfo.ch: Why have you decided to leave the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad after 17 years of service? Ariane Rustichelli: I'm leaving for very personal reasons, as I turned 50 this year. People often say that you have to take stock at that age, and that's always made me smile. But I have to admit it's true! I simply need to take on other challenges in the years I have left to work, and I believe that ...