Social counselling

Do you need help with your administrative procedures or to identify the financial constraints related to studies? Several supports are available to you: 

Social office - University of Geneva and HES-SO Genève

Free, confidential advice and support service with a social worker on topics such as administrative formalities, integration, debt reduction (for Geneva residents over 30) and insurance. In an emergency, contact social@unige.ch

  • A social information point is open every Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 2pm to 5pm.
  • A debt-cutting advisory service is also open on the last Wednesday of each month, from 10am to 12pm. Resumption on January 29, 2025.

Location: Point Vie de campus, on the 1st floor of Uni Dufour. The Campus Life information desk will be closed from Monday, December 16, 2024 to Friday, January 3, 2025.

Point jeunes - Hospice Général
Information, prevention and guidance center run by Hospice Général for young adults aged 18 to 25 (including those living in France) on issues such as education, accommodation, finances, debt relief (for 18-30 year-olds living in Geneva), relationships, etc. Free, open and confidential. 

 

Cantonal social benefits

The Department of Social Cohesion runs an online questionnaire allowing people living in the canton of Geneva to assess their eligibility for cantonal social benefits, such as health insurance subsidies, additional benefits or welfare. The questionnaire also provides the necessary information on the various services providing this support, which need to be contacted to submit a request for financial assistance.