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Expatica’s selection of expat groups in BaselBelow you find our selection of expat groups in Basel (in alphabetical order). Should you wish to add a an expat group, please feel free to contact us.
For a list of expat groups in Berne, Zug, and Zurich, please scroll down.
American Women’s Club of Basel
The American Women’s Club (AWC) of Basel is a nonprofit social and philanthropic organization that was founded in 1947 and currently has about 160 members. It is a group of women of very diverse backgrounds, interests, and ages – but all with a connection to the USA.
To visit the website, please click here
Basel Childbirth Trust Basel
The BCT is a non-profit, voluntary organization with a membership of over 130 families, representing many nationalities and cultures with English as the common spoken language. Their mission is to give help, support, and information to expectant parents and families with young children to enable them to make informed choices about birth and parenthood.
To visit the website, please click here
Centrepoint Basel
Centrepoint provides a welcoming English speaking environment where people can meet, borrow books, attend language discussion groups and take advantage of a wide choice of services and programmes.
To visit the website, please click here
Open Door Basel
The Open Door is a non-profit making club run by a committee of volunteers and offers a meeting place in Basel for English-speaking parents and their small children. The Open Door`s survival depends on the support and contribution of its members. All members are encouraged to get involved. The ODB welcomes help organizing parties and activities for the children (and parents) and they are delighted to welcome new members to the Committee.
To visit the website, please click here
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