Interview with the Somaha Foundation
19.11.2025
Empowerment for asylum seekers through access to justice
AsyLex provides online legal advice to asylum seekers in Switzerland and worldwide. We believe that everyone, regardless of their origin or circumstances, deserves to understand their rights and navigate the complexities of the asylum procedure with expert guidance. By leveraging technology and a dedicated network of over 200 volunteers, we are ensuring that access to justice is a reality for those who need it most.
WHAT WE DO
Our three pillars
Our work is designed to close the significant gaps that prevent displaced people from asserting their basic rights. We focus our efforts on three core pillars which allow us to meet urgent individual needs while creating tangible, lasting impact.
Access to legal information
Accessible digital resources that demystify the asylum process from day one: in multiple languages and clear.
Access to legal representation
Our team of legal experts ensures that every client receives quality, case-specific legal support.
Empowerment & Knowledge
AsyLex Academies, workshops, and community knowledge-building that create lasting systemic change.
WHAT WE HAVE ACHIEVED
Our impact
Our work is designed to close the significant gaps that prevent displaced people from asserting their basic rights. We focus our efforts on three core pillars which allow us to meet urgent individual needs while creating tangible, lasting impact.
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GET HELP
Need legal support?
Fully digital, confidential, no office visit needed.
How it works
Our process is simple and fully online:
- submit your request via our online form
- a member of our team reviews your case
- you receive expert legal guidance
- we represent you if needed
AsyLex Global
AsyLex Global strives to work towards access to international justice for asylum seekers by facilitating their and involved organizations’ understanding of international human rights mechanisms and supporting organizations around the world to effectively use them.
Learn more about AsyLex Global→
Our team operates a technology-driven legal empowerment platform, working to strengthen opportunities for displaced people worldwide to secure protection and access their rights.
ASYLEX ACADEMY
Building knowledge that multiplies impact
Originally created to train AsyLex volunteers in Swiss asylum procedure, the Academy has grown into a public educational programme connecting the wider legal and humanitarian community.
Open to volunteers, students, practitioners, and anyone interested, the AsyLex Academy aims to build knowledge and skills in asylum law and migration politics.
WHAT WE ARE WORKING ON
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