CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS
A New Centre for Geneva
For over 60 years, the Islamic Centre of Geneva has welcomed, supported and served the community and the city and the region.
With the construction permit now secured, this project can become a reality. The new building provide larger prayer space, classrooms, and dedicated spaces for social activities and community support. We are entering a new chapter : the construction of a center better suited to fulfil present and future needs.
This project belongs to the community, to you. Take part in this project. Every contribution counts.
Total project cost
CHF
Raised to date
CHF
New floor area
910 m²
vs. current 310 m²
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Why expand ?
The current premises, occupied since the Centre’s early days, can no longer meet today’s needs.
The new building aims to :
- better welcome worshippers,
- develop educational activities,
- provide spaces suited to gatherings and conferences,
- strengthen social and community support,
- pass on knowledge to future generations in better conditions.
The project will triple the available floor space: from 310 m² to 910 m².
A founding institution, a decisive turning point
Founded in 1961 by Dr Said Ramadan, the Islamic Centre of Geneva is a historic institution, recognised for its lasting presence in the religious, cultural and social life of the city and its surroundings.
For more than sixty years, this space has served as a sanctuary for prayers, a hub for education, and a bridge for dialogue and mutual support.
The construction permit marks a significant milestone in its history : it allows the Centre to fulfil and develop its mission under better conditions.
Your support ensures that this landmark institution in Geneva remains a living legacy, serving the public with the integrity and inclusive vision it has championed for decades.
What does the CIG represent
The Islamic Centre of Geneva is far more than a building: it is a living, open and purposeful space.
🕌 Place of worship
A prayer space at the heart of Geneva, serving the community for several generations.
📚 Education & training
Courses, teaching, cultural transmission and support for diverse audiences and age groups.
🤝 Dialogue & encounter
A place of exchange, openness and meeting between people, cultures and convictions.
🫶 Mutual aid & solidarity
250 food parcels distributed every week, benefiting 600 families, from diverse faith.
The new building
The new building has been designed to host all of the previous centre’s activities under better conditions, while improving its capacity and becoming a lasting part of the urban fabric of Geneva.
It will provide dedicated spaces for :
- prayer,
- teaching,
- the library and media centre,
- conferences,
- training,
- social activities,
- community support.
The new building in images
A preview of the architectural project planned on the Centre’s historic site.
A transparent and accountable project
- Final building permit secured
- Project established on the Centre’s historic site
- budget clearly defined
- Regular fundraising updates
- Progressive communication on progress
« May God bless the wealth of all those who contribute to it. » 2 years to go. Every contribution counts.
Explore the project through images and presentations
To better understand the Centre’s history, its activities and the vision behind this project, you can listen to or watch the content below.
Every contribution counts
Whatever the amount, every donation directly contributes to making this project a reality.
« Whoever builds a mosque for Allah, Allah will build for him its equivalent in Paradise. » (Reported by Muslim).
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Contributing to building a lasting place for Geneva
For over 60 years, the Islamic Centre of Geneva has served the community and the city. Today, we have the opportunity to build a space that is better suited, more welcoming and more equal to its mission.
Your contribution helps build a space of prayer, transmission, dialogue and solidarity for generations to come.
Contributing today means taking part in building a useful, lasting and open place for the years ahead.