Emilie Dousse

To Team Overview

Researcher

M.A. | With Avenir Suisse since September 2025

Phone: +41 21 612 66 13

Mail:

Short Biography

Emilie Dousse works as a researcher at Avenir Suisse. She holds a Master’s degree in Political Economy with a specialization in economics and public policy from the University of Fribourg. During her Master’s program, she spent a semester in Bradford (UK). Alongside her studies, she worked as a research assistant for the Chair of Public Economics at the University of Fribourg.

Detailed CV

Download photo

Print CV

Education:

Master’s degree in Political Economy, University of Fribourg (2023–25); Bachelor’s degree in Political Economy, University of Fribourg (2020–23).

Professional Experience:

Research assistant for the Chair of Public Economics at the University of Fribourg (2023–25).

Articles by Emilie Dousse

The False Promise of a Single-Payer Health Insurer

Even if a national insurer managed to reduce administrative costs, this would not lead to permanently lower premiums. At the same time, Switzerland would give up the benefits of competition among multiple insurers – such as innovation in alternative insurance models.

21.01.2026, Diego Taboada, Emilie Dousse

Most Recent Publications and Blogs

“Taking Responsibility Is a Lifelong Task, Not a Given”

Interview In an ideal democracy, people take responsibility rather than handing it off, says Jürg Müller, director of Avenir Suisse. A conversation at the turn of the year about a mindset that is increasingly being eroded.

22.01.2026, Jürg Müller

The False Promise of a Single-Payer Health Insurer

21.01.2026, Diego Taboada, Emilie Dousse

Does the Federal Budget‑Cut Plan Jeopardize Switzerland’s Research and Innovation Standing?

Public investment in basic research is essential. But on its own, it is far from enough to safeguard Switzerland’s attractiveness as an innovation hub.

16.12.2025, Lukas Schmid, Noa Reggiani

Public Funding of Care Work: Six Answers to the Most Common Questions

In Switzerland, people contribute valuable work in many different ways – through paid employment, in clubs and associations, or at home. The unequal distribution and remuneration of this work regularly spark public debate. Does this call for political action?

16.12.2025, Patricia Schafer, Thomas Jampen

Avenir Suisse Freedom Index 2025

The Avenir Suisse Freedom Index measures economic and social freedoms in the Swiss cantons on an annual basis. This year’s evaluation, based on 29 indicators, paints a clear picture: the canton of Aargau once again pulls well ahead of its competitors. Marked differences also exist between the Latin and German‑speaking cantons. All data is available in an interactive Excel file.

11.12.2025, Lukas Rühli, Jan Marty

Many Paths Lead to Switzerland

Migration Insigths The rules for entering Switzerland vary depending on nationality, purpose of stay, and duration. Citizens of EU and EFTA countries enjoy priority, largely unobstructed access to the Swiss labor market with minimal restrictions. Labor migration from non-EU countries, by contrast, is tightly regulated and subject to quotas.

27.11.2025, Patrick Leisibach, Agustina Rodriguez

Antifragility: Switzerland’s Hidden Success Formula

Switzerland has often done best when the world was at its most turbulent - because country and citizens alike have met crises not with paralysis but with growth. Today, that very strength is at risk.

27.11.2025, Christoph Eisenring, Patrick Leisibach

Trump Divides America Whilst Switzerland Divides Its Economy into “Good” and “Evil”

The new U.S. tariffs have increased pressure on Swiss companies, leading people to look for scapegoats, which is the worst possible reaction to geopolitical shocks.

30.10.2025, Jürg Müller, Michele Salvi

https://www.avenir-suisse.ch/en/team/emilie-dousse

Home » Emilie Dousse