Simonetta Sommaruga

Simonetta Sommaruga

Former President of Switzerland, President of the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation

Simonetta Sommaruga is a visionary leader with a deep commitment to social justice, equality, and environmental sustainability. 


During her 12-year tenure in the highest office of the federal government, serving as Minister of Justice and Home Affairs, Minister of Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications and twice as President of the Swiss Confederation, she steered Switzerland through extremely challenging times, like the refugee crisis in 2015 and the COVID-Pandemic in 2020, she led groundbreaking reforms that advanced equal pay and increased the representation of women in corporate leadership. 


Currently President of the Board of the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation, Mrs Simonetta Sommaruga leverages her extensive experience to champion equal opportunities for all, driving meaningful change across industries. Her leadership is characterized by strategic insight, a profound understanding of social issues, and an unwavering dedication to creating a fairer world.