SALS Membership. The Power of Belonging and Shaping the Future.

Membership at the Swiss Academy for Leadership and Sustainability (SALS) is more than an invitation—it is a transition from observer to architect. We invite you to move beyond the sidelines and become a stakeholder in a premier Swiss academic institution.

At SALS, membership is an active affiliation. We believe that leadership and sustainability flourish only through participatory governance and institutional legitimacy. As a member, you gain a unique platform for institutional ownership, exercising your voting rights in the General Assembly to directly influence our strategic initiatives. This is your opportunity to speak your voice and shape the future of the Academy. Beyond governance, you are welcomed into elite networking circles, connecting with global leaders and sustainability experts to engage in high-level dialogues that drive real-world change.

Why SALS Membership Really Matters

1. Knowledge & Thought Leadership

  • Exclusive Access to SALS Power Chats: Access to a monthly webinar featuring cutting-edge topics led by top experts.
  • Digital Recognition: A verified “Member of the Swiss Academy for Leadership and Sustainability” Digital Badge for LinkedIn and professional use.
  • Education Discounts: A 20% fee waiver applicable to all SALS Learning Activities.

2. Networking & Community

  • Private LinkedIn Group: Access to a moderated, high-level forum for global leadership and sustainability discussions.
  • VIP Networking: Access to invitation-only selected prestigious events, both online and in-person.
  • The SALS Networking Events: Connect with a global network of leadership and sustainability-focused experts and peers.

3. Governance & Impact

  • Voting Rights: Active participation in the Annual General Assembly, allowing members to vote on key initiatives and shape the Academy’s future.
  • Institutional Ownership: A unique opportunity to have a direct say in the growth of a Swiss academic institution.
"At the Swiss Academy for Leadership and Sustainability, we believe that the challenges of our time require more than just knowledge—they require a community of action. Our membership program is designed to move you from an observer to a stakeholder. It is not merely a gateway to content, but a commitment to a Swiss-based ecosystem where we collaboratively shape the ideas, institutions, and leaders of tomorrow. Join us in this active affiliation to speak your voice and shape our collective future."
Natalia Czajkowska
Founding President, Swiss Academy for leadership and Sustainability

General Overview

Memberships are divided into Individual, Organizational and Corporate categories, with benefits scaling according to contribution level, engagement capacity, and institutional relevance.

All members receive core benefits; higher tiers unlock expanded visibility, participation, and influence.

2026 Exclusive: The Inaugural Advantage

Members joining in 2026 are recognized as Founding Members. To reward this early commitment, the Inaugural Promotion offers a “2-for-1” advantage: any membership fee paid in 2026 covers your full affiliation through December 31, 2027.

Core Benefits

  • Access to monthly online SALS Power Chats.
  • 20% reduction on SALS Learning Activities.
  • SALS Member Digital Badge.
  • Access to private members’ online community.
  • Inclusion in the SALS Member Community.
  • Voting rights at the Annual General Assembly.
  • Right to submit proposals and agenda items.

Individual Members

Student & Young Professional (up to 30 years) – CHF 75

  • Core benefits.
  • Priority access to mentoring, internships, and volunteer roles.
  • Non-voting observer access to selected governance discussions.

Individual Member – CHF 150

  • Core benefits.
  • Eligibility for working groups and committees, advisory roles, SALS Ambassador roles.
  • Priority access to SALS events and limited-capacity sessions, both online and in-person.

Annual Contribution. Fee waivers available for low-income countries.

Organizational Members

NGOs (up to 3 representatives) –  CHF 150

  • Core benefits for up to 3 individuals.
  • Visibility in SALS NGO Partner listings.
  • Eligibility to co-host thematic sessions.

Small Companies & Family Businesses (up to 3 representatives) – CHF 250

  • Core benefits for up to 3 individuals.
  • Logo placement on SALS website.
  • Priority invitations to events and conferences.
  • Eligibility to co-host thematic sessions.

Annual Contribution. 

Corporate Members

Corporate Member – Small– CHF 500

  • Core benefits for up to 5 representatives.
  • Logo placement with enhanced visibility.
  • Opportunity to nominate speakers or case studies.
  • Invitation to annual Corporate Roundtable.
  • Interview with the Corporate Expert.

Corporate Member – Large – CHF 2,000

  • Core benefits for up to 10 representatives.
  • Prominent institutional recognition.
  • Strategic dialogue with SALS Leadership (annual).
  • Participation in advisory consultations.
  • Priority partnership consideration for SALS initiatives.

Annual Contribution.