What we stand for / Economic Renaissance

European basic income

In the long term, we want to introduce a European Basic Income (EBI). This should be based on a negative tax system; People who earn below a certain income threshold should not pay taxes but receive money. This is intended to provide a safety net and motivate people to work to help people escape poverty traps. Payments would be adjusted to the cost of living in each region to achieve at least 500 Purchasing Power Standards (PPS). This guarantees a fair basic income across Europe that is sufficient to cover basic living costs.

The 5+1 challenges

Volt has defined 5+1 fundamental challenges that need to be addressed in every European country and in Europe as a whole.

Why 5 + 1 challenges?

The 5 challenges are essentially the same for each country, but their implementation can be adapted at the national level to take into account local circumstances.

Challenge No. +1 - our proposal to reform and strengthen the EU - is identical in all our national programs. Here in Switzerland, our relations with the EU are the focus.

Take a look at our Europe-wide programme!
  • 01

    Smart State

    Education and digitalisation are key elements of the 21st century

  • 02

    Economic Renaissance

    An innovative economy is the engine for the progress of society.

  • 03

    Social Equality

    No one should be left behind - regardless of gender, income, religion or origin.

  • 04

    Global Balance

    Europe must live up to its responsibility in the world to secure our common future.

  • 05

    Citizen Empowerment

    European citizens must be able to make informed political decisions, independently influence politics beyond elections and exercise their democratic rights.

  • +1

    EU Reform

    We love the EU - but that doesn't mean there isn't room for improvement.