Stiftung Märtplatz (Freienstein)

The Märtplatz Foundation is a training institution for young people with mental and social difficulties. Around 45 people are trained in eleven workshops and studios; as a rule, they are between 16 and 25 years old.

The focus of the training is on the individual with his or her talents, interests and abilities: Strengths are fostered and craft, technical and professional knowledge is learned and deepened. In the training process, we are able to provide all learners with training that is tailored to them - in craft, creative, gastronomic and technical professions. The goal is successful training and sustainable work integration. The following qualifications are part of the range of occupations: Federal Certificate of Proficiency (EFZ), Federal Vocational Certificate (EBA), and Practical Training according to Insos (PrA).

The Märtplatz Foundation was founded in 1985 and is located in Freienstein/ZH. The workshops and studios are located on the site of a former cotton mill, and two stores are domiciled in Embrach.