Pro Helvetia South America
We have been committed to cultural exchange between Switzerland and South America since 2021, through our decentralised office with local staff members in Bogotá (CO), Buenos Aires (AR), São Paulo (BR) and Santiago (CL).
Areas of operation
South America
Activities
To raise awareness of Swiss culture around the world, we forge ties with local event organisers, develop and nurture long-term partnerships, initiate co-productions with artists from the regions concerned and organise residencies.
Key focus
The programme is interdisciplinary in nature. For all disciplines supported by Pro Helvetia, a special focus is placed on the thematic fields of «Art, Science and Technology» and «Ecology».
We focus on knowledge and experience exchange and collaborations between art practitioners in Switzerland and South America.
Team
María (Angie) Vial
Head Liaison Office South America
Malu Barsanelli
Communications Manager
Ariel Charec
Programme manager
Laura Derpic
Programme manager
Carolina Gallardo
Finance & Administration Manager
Santiago Gardeazábal
Programme manager
Bogotá
João Paulo Quintella
Programme manager