The NextStep IT Association
NextStep IT is a non-profit support association under Swiss association law. The association is committed to education, equal opportunities, and sustainable careers in the IT sector. Through scholarships, donations, and educational loans, NextStep IT supports young people in developing their professional and personal skills and in building long-term prospects in the IT industry.
Our Goal
We enable adolescents and young adults from financially disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue education in computer science, so they can learn their dream profession and shape their future independently.
The Board
Josef Müller
President
“The task of the environment is not to shape the child, but to allow the child to reveal itself.” (Maria Montessori”
Markus Nufer
Board Member
“Do not worry about your difficulties in mathematics. I can assure you that mine are even greater..” (Albert Einstein)
Nathalie Gysi
Board Member
“It is no shame to know nothing; it is a shame to be unwilling to learn.” (Platon)
OUR CAUSES
What Sets Us Apart
Targetes Support
NextStep IT focuses exclusively on education and career opportunities in the IT sector, thereby specifically helping to close skills shortages.
Regional Presence
Through trusted advisors in various cantons, NextStep IT provides individualized support and promotes equal educational opportunities throughout Switzerland.
Holistic Support
In addition to financial assistance, the association offers guidance, orientation, and a strong network of experienced IT professionals.
Commitment to Equal Opportunities
The association supports projects that make digital education accessible to everyone—regardless of background, gender, or financial means.