The Women Grand Lodge of Switzerland is formed by 17 Lodges in its different linguistic regions. It has approximately 360 adherents. Each Lodge has between 15 and 30 members.

Composed of free women, without distinction of class, race, language, religion, nationality, culture or wealth, it is open to all those interested in the approach proposed by Freemasonry, starting at age 18.

Freemasonry uses a symbolic method that allows for introspection and reflection on the world, promoting communication in the unique language conveyed by its method and tools. This evolution can be achieved despite cultural, religious or social differences. It has no answers and imposes none on its members.

The Women’s Grand Lodge of Switzerland defends the ideals set forth in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and opposes all forms of violence, discrimination, extremism and Terrorism.

Committed to humanistic values and apolitical, it advocates freedom of conscience, respect for others which begins with self-respect, tolerance, and brotherly love. She It firmly defends the rights of all people, particularly those of women and children.

The Women’s Grand Lodge of Switzerland (GLFS) is founded on Humanitarianism. We defend freedom of conscience, equality and fraternity, in a spirit of secularism, tolerance and responsibility. This page presents our guiding principles, their practical application, and our open approach.

Our principles structure our commitment, both within the GLFS and in society.

Humanism - Every person deserves respect and dignity. We work for the growing of all.

Freedom of conscience - No opinion takes precedence: Evidence based inquiry guides our work and our choices.

Tolerance - Welcoming difference, debating without invective criticism, building together with what we have in common.

Solidarity - By participating in useful and supportive initiatives in civic life.

Responsibility - Accepting responsibility for our actions, being conscious of their impact on others and on society.

These principles are guiding principles: they are cultivated (developed)(nurtured)through study, experience and example.

General principles

• Freemasonry is a universal order, based on initiation and tradition. It is philanthropist and philosophical, progressive and evolutive. Its aims are the search for Truth, the study of Morals and Ethics, and the practice of Solidarity.

• Freemasonry works towards moral improvement and the respect of Ethics. It aims at the intellectual, social and spiritual perfection of humankind. It is dedicated to the study of symbolism.

• The basic principles of Freemasonry are toleration, respect for others and for oneself, total freedom of conscience. It sets no limit to the constant search for Truth and Justice.

• Considering that metaphysical concepts belong exclusively to the individual appreciation of its members, it rejects all dogma.

• It is the duty of Freemasonry to extend to all mankind those fraternal links which unite Freemasons in all different parts of the globe.

• It recommends that its members set an example in word and in deed, while respecting the secrets of masonry.

• It is the duty of all Freemasons to help, enlighten and protect their fellow-beings in all circumstances, and to defend them against any injustice.

• Freemasons venerate work. They are subject to the legislation of the country where they may meet freely with their Sisters or their Brethren.

• Freemasons are free women, guided only by their conscience.