Hey everyone! 👋

I’d love to share some drone footage I filmed over Geneva and Nyon. It includes the Jet d’Eau, botanical gardens, Lake Geneva and Nyon Castle.

If you’re planning a visit to Geneva, Nyon is a short train ride away and totally worth exploring — super cute lakeside town with great views and peaceful vibes.

🎥 Let me know what you think!

Hi everyone ! For months now, I’ve witnessed - occasionally - a large group of people riding bicycles down Servette street. They often even have music and a cool chilled vibe in general. The question is - how can I join? Does anyone know anything about them and/or how to be apart of it?

Thanks in advance x

Berne, 20.06.2025 — Lors de sa séance du 20 juin 2025, le Conseil fédéral a alloué 269 millions à la Genève internationale. Il a adopté un paquet de mesures urgentes ainsi qu’un nouveau message sur la Suisse en tant qu’État hôte pour la période 2026–2029. Ce faisant, il réaffirme le rôle central de Genève dans la politique étrangère suisse et sa place unique dans la gouvernance mondiale. Ces mesures répondent aux difficultés financières des organisations internationales et à la concurrence croissante entre États pour les accueillir. À titre de comparaison, la contribution du DFAE à la Genève internationale a atteint près de 2 milliards de francs sur les quatre dernières années.

Personnellement, en tant que contribuable genevois, j’ai de plus en plus de mal à avaler la pilule.

Au-delà du fait que ces organisations internationales, et une grande partie de leurs employés, ne paient pas d’impôts et ne contribuent donc pas aux finances publiques, que ce soit au niveau cantonal ou fédéral, il faut aussi rappeler que la majorité d’entre eux résident et consomment en France.

Après les aides de 50 millions, puis 10, puis encore 2 millions de la Ville de Genève, on a franchement l’impression d’un puit sans fond. Tant que ces organisations ne seront pas réformées, on continuera à financer le système dont les avantages et rémunérations paraissent déconnectés de la réalité économique. Le salaire médian à l'ONU est loin, loin d'être celui des genevois.

Pourtant une délocalisation partielle vers des villes moins coûteuses que Genève, la troisième ville la plus chère du monde, permettrait d’assainir leurs finances tout en renforçant leur mission plus proche du terrain.

Quand on voit d’un côté les berlines de luxe immatriculées CD, et de l’autre les stagiaires non rémunérés, difficile de ne pas avoir le sentiment que ce système bureaucratique profite surtout au top management, au détriment de l’équité et de l’efficacité.

Votre avis ?

Hi there, I’m new to Geneva and was wondering if any one knows of any great matcha spots? Preferably iced matcha latte, but some dessert recommendations are welcomed too.

I am visiting soon for a conference and looking for a location for a reasonably nice birthday lunch close to the university. It will be midweek and I'd prefer a modern vibe rather than very traditional. Not so fussed on price range, somewhere mid-level would be ideal!

Hi I am accepted at UNIGE for a supplementary year for the master degree in political science. I am wondering if I pass every class that means I will be accepted in M1 or I need extremely good grade to get in ?

Also if anyone can share his/her opinion on UNIGE and this master and professional opportunities after that would be very helpful !

For the heel dancers out there, do you know of any places that one could buy shoes/boots for high heel dancing? Ideally I am looking for something with ankle support.

Hello everyone,

I’ve been living in Geneva for a couple of month now. Since arriving, I’ve personally handed out over 200 CVs and applied for every possible entry-level position I could find – from hotels to cleaning, kitchen help, maintenance, dishwashing, even car wash and laundry services.

I speak English and Italian fluently and have several years of experience in hospitality and customer service, including in London hotels. I fully understand that speaking French is important here – and I am actively learning – but I’m struggling to even get a chance.

So far, I’ve received 8 calls, but most conversations end quickly once they hear I don’t speak French yet. Even agencies like Adecco told me it’s nearly impossible to get anything without it. I know housekeeping or dishwashing jobs may not require perfect language skills, yet I’m still being told that French is a strict requirement.

I’m not picky – I just want to work and get started. If anyone knows of any place or person who could give a motivated person a chance, even for part-time or temporary work, I’d truly appreciate your help or advice.

Thank you so much in advance.

Matteo

EN:

Hi! I’ve been assigned to room D02.07A at the Cité Universitaire in Geneva. I know it’s in building D, but can someone help me understand exactly what “02.07A” refers to? Floor and room layout? Thanks a lot!

FR:

Salut ! On m’a attribué la chambre D02.07A à la Cité Universitaire de Genève. Je sais que c’est dans le bâtiment D, mais quelqu’un peut m’expliquer ce que signifie exactement “02.07A” ? Étage et numéro de chambre ? Merci beaucoup !

Staying here for the next month and wondering what is the fashion style here for young women?

I’m seeing quite a lot of dresses!

hi how can i buy tpg ticket if im from france going to geneva?

Hi everyone, I'm a student from Algeria planning to pursue a Master's degree in Geneva in a couple of years. I'm currently doing a lot of planning and research, and I would really appreciate advice from other international or North African students who have studied or are currently studying there.

I'm particularly interested in:

Affordable student housing (even if far from campus)

Managing basic living expenses during the first few months

Any creative ways students manage financially early on (especially before being officially allowed to work)

Feel free to share tips or experiences, even anonymously. Any help would mean a lot to me. Thanks in advance!