Dignitas founder ends his own life through assisted death

The GuardianSunday, November 30, 2025 at 2:47:53 PM
Dignitas founder ends his own life through assisted death
  • Ludwig Minelli, the founder of the Swiss right-to-die organization Dignitas, chose to end his life through assisted death just days before his 93rd birthday, as announced by the organization. His work since founding Dignitas in 1998 has significantly influenced Swiss law regarding assisted dying.
  • This development highlights the ongoing discussions surrounding assisted dying and the impact of Dignitas in advocating for the rights of individuals seeking to end their lives on their own terms. Minelli's passing may prompt further examination of the legal and ethical dimensions of assisted death in Switzerland and beyond.
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