The contents of the publications are developed in 11 thematic programmes (development policy; Europe; peace and security; global governance; migration; environment, transport and energy; international law und human rights). Furthermore there are foraus regional groups in many Swiss university towns (Basel, Bern, Fribourg, Geneva, Lausanne, Lucerne, Neuchâtel, St. Gallen and Zürich). The head office is located in Zurich, while the Geneva office coordinates the activities in the French-speaking region as well as the relations with the international organisations.