Mission
HF Partners is a private research institute, consulting, and service provider based in Switzerland, that supports organizations and individuals in managing complex risks through evidence-based consulting and applied research.
The driving forces behind HF Partners are Dr. Franziska Hofer and Dr. Angela Bearth. Together, we bring 35 years of expertise in human-centred security and safety design. We are entrepreneurs at heart, with a distinct passion for applied research.
About Us
Portfolio
Consultancy & Services
We offer human-centred consulting services in the areas of security and safety, public health, risk communication, and conflict management.
Research & Development
We work in close cooperation with universities and initiate research projects that we are passionate about.
Education & Training
We develop customised training courses, delivered either on-site or online. We are also available to serve as guest lecturers in your courses (e.g., BSc, MSc, CAS, MAS).
Rent a Researcher
All employees at HF Partners are experienced and passionate social science researchers who can support your project with methodological and data analysis expertise, as well as scientific writing and editing.
News
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HF Partners Attended SRA Europe 2026
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HF Partners at the ENFSI Annual Meeting 2026
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New Publication: Accident prevention in private households
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HF Partners at the SPI-Colloquium of the Swiss Police Institute
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New Publication: Plant Protection, New Breeding Techniques and Chemical Options
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Interview zu Ready – Read the Enemy
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Article on Decision Making in personalSCHWEIZ
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Reinforcement for the HF Partners team
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Survey on Risks in Online Shopping