Power sharing aims to make power structures more fair. Project participants share their experiences.
February 23, 2024
Report
Working together towards a healthier future
A healthcare center in Berlin-Neukölln is making health and social services more accessible, more fair.
February 14, 2024
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Two years war in Ukraine
What will become of our commitment to Ukraine?
This is the second anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Find out here how we are continuing our support for Ukraine.
February 21, 2024
Opinion
Democracy — A Muscle That Needs to be Exercised
Hundreds of thousands are taking to the streets these weeks to protest against the shift to the right. And there are even more ways to strengthen democracy.
February 09, 2024
Strengthening Democracy: 7 Things You Can Do Right Now
Seven concrete things we can do to take action for democracy—compiled by the Democracy Team at the Robert Bosch Stiftung.
February 08, 2024
Mental health of children and adolescents
Why schools must think of education and well-being as inseparable
An interview with Julian Schmitz who is implementing a research project about the care situation of children with psychosocial problems.
January 12, 2024
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German School Award 2024
These schools are doing well
20 schools are hoping to win the German School Award 2024. Read who the TOP 20 schools are.
International weeks against racism
Racism is All of Our Business!
Going up against racism also means reflecting on one’s own role in the social power structure. An article by staff of our Foundation.
Pupils report
How educational equality is practiced at a Bavarian secondary school
Two students report on how educational equality works and why everyone has good learning opportunities at their school.
Farmers' protests
What farmers need more money for
Farmers across Europe are on the warpath in the biggest and most successful farmers' protests of recent decades. In her guest article on Tagesspiegel.de, Senior Expert...
Field report
The power of sharing: Power sharing in practice
Power sharing aims to make power structures more fair. Project participants share their experiences.
Two years war in Ukraine
What will become of our commitment to Ukraine?
This is the second anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Find out here how we are continuing our support for Ukraine.
Report
Working together towards a healthier future
A healthcare center in Berlin-Neukölln is making health and social services more accessible, more fair.
Listicle
5 facts about food policy
As a global climate offender, our diet is part of the public discourse. Why politicians are now called upon and what changes are needed.
Opinion
Democracy — A Muscle That Needs to be Exercised
Hundreds of thousands are taking to the streets these weeks to protest against the shift to the right. And there are even more ways to strengthen democracy.
Munich Security Conference 2024
Not for, but with the Sahel - why we need a new security strategy
A look ahead to the Munich Security Conference and our focus on the conflict in the Sahel region.
Strengthening Democracy: 7 Things You Can Do Right Now
Seven concrete things we can do to take action for democracy—compiled by the Democracy Team at the Robert Bosch Stiftung.
Interview
"The internet reinforces injustice and prejudice"
Anasuya Sengupta is a fellow at the Robert Bosch Academy researching online inequality and discrimination.
Guest article
“The General Act on Equal Treatment needs to be reformed urgently”
Germany has one of the weakest anti-discrimination laws in Europe. A call for change by the Federal Commissioner for Anti-Discrimination.
Educational opportunities are unfairly distributed in Germany. Our expert, Dagmar Wolf, identifies problems and offers solutions in this...
Dossier
Justice concerns all of us
We all want more justice in the world - but how? As a society, we are faced with urgent problems relating to the concept of justice: the wealth divide, global inequality,...
Expertise
The Lottery of Life
Why we must overcome inequalities to achieve justice.
Mental health of children and adolescents
Why schools must think of education and well-being as inseparable
An interview with Julian Schmitz who is implementing a research project about the care situation of children with psychosocial problems.
Video
Achieving green transformation through collaboration
Bioregional Weaving Labs bring people together to shape a regenerative future - locally.
Interview on migration policy
“People want to see that leaders have things under control.”
Bram Frouws, director of Mixed Migration Centre, explains why it would be wrong to focus on more deterrence in migration policy.
Funding program LEVEL up!
The power of migrant organizations in Germany
There are around 14,000 migrant organizations in Germany. The LEVEL up! program shows the impact they make.
Appeal to federal, state and local governments
Hospital reform: Secure the future of non-profit hospitals!
The current hospital reform and the continuing precarious financial situation threaten the existence of non-profit hospitals. A rethink...
Climate Change
COP28: Better than nothing and less than we had hoped for
The last days of the world climate conference were somewhat of a negotiation thriller. Will the final document introduce a fossil fuel...
Global Refugee Forum
Refugee policy: international cooperation put to the test
The Geneva World Refugee Forum has so far paid too little attention to evident solutions for the protection of refugees.
World Climate Conference in Dubai
The role of the Robert Bosch Stiftung at COP28
Find out which topics and goals we were focusing on at COP28.
Migration policy
6 Myths on Migration: We have checked them
Migration policy is again high on the political agenda and in public debate in Europe. We debunk some of the most popular myths about migration with the help of our...
Report
Sustainable food systems: From Marburg to Brussels
How can our food systems become sustainable? Farmers and civil society actors are developing creative approaches especially at the local...
Inequality
Democracy is not a question of money
Trust in democracy in Germany is closely linked to personal income. A citizens' council for tax justice could be a remedy, says Ellen Ehmke.
Reducing Inequality
How a citizens' council could contribute to tax justice
Most Germans would like to see less inequality in society. A citizens' council can help, a study shows.
Inequality of wealth in germany
Wealth for all - but how?
A new interactive simulator calculates whether a wealth tax or a start-up capital for all would make the distribution of wealth more equitable.
Discussion
Citizen participation: "We need real participation"
Two experts discuss how citizen participation works in democracy.
Opinion
Accountability, justice and “winning the peace” in Ukraine
War crimes, ecocide, social trauma: the challenges of rebuilding Ukraine are complex. How can the international community help? Op-ed by...
German School Award
These are the 2023 award-winning schools
In Berlin, the Robert Bosch Stiftung and Heidehof Stiftung award Germany’s most prestigious annual prize for schools. The main prize goes to Bavaria.
Report
Community spirit in Cali: Citizen Participation transforms an informal settlement
Brisas de las Palmas: A district fights for recognition and a future.
World Peace Day 2023
A Lot Doesn't Always Help a Lot: What is needed after the war
Currently, Ukraine needs weapons and military aid - but what about when the war is over one day? The severely traumatized population will...
German School Barometer
More and more children worry about their family's financial situation
Teachers are increasingly observing signs of child poverty among their students. This is the result of the current survey for the German...
Documenting Ukraine
Showing the human experience of war
While the news informs about the current war events in Ukraine, the individual life reality of the people on the ground often remains elusive. In the project Documenting...
Report
The right medication for every patient
For 50 years, the Dr. Margarete Fischer-Bosch Institute of Clinical Pharmacology (IKP) in Stuttgart has been studying the effects of drugs. The personalized therapies...
Africa Climate Summit
An alternative vision for Africa’s climate agenda?
Divergent visions for the Africa Climate Summit’s agenda and goals emerged even as the event itself was yet to start. Instead of...
Publication series
Bridging Policy and Practice in the Context of Climate-Induced Migration
Heavy rainfall and floods, cyclones, droughts, and sea-level rise will increase climate mobility around the world - and especially on the...
Report
Learning democracy on a small scale
In the student parliament, students learn that their opinions matter. A school visit shows how having a say and being involved can impact our democracy.
Interview
"Patients have a different take on things than doctors"
A voice in treatment: At the Bosch Health Campus, cancer patients have more say in their own treatment thanks to the Patient Advisory...
Report
An oasis for peace: This school aims to be a place of understanding
In workshops, Jewish and Arab population groups in Israel pursue peaceful coexistence in the face of climate change. A visit.
Report
Citizen participation: The journey is also the reward
A joint German-French project is to create a paradise for plants, animals and people on an island. A visit.
Report
For the Bundestag, dialogue between its members and their citizens is vital
"Hallo Bundestag" brings citizens and politicians into better exchange. The unique feature: A lot decides on the group selection.
Dossier
How citizen participation strengthens a vibrant democracy
Citizen participation strengthens trust in democracy and brings politics and citizens closer together. Read more about where and how the...
Feature
How Ukraine overcomes the war and its consequences
While there is still no end in sight in the war zone, some Ukrainians have organized themselves into a mediation community and are trying to alleviate trauma on the ground.
School for refugees
A Ukrainian diploma in Germany
For the first time, refugee students from Ukraine have graduated from a German school with a Ukrainian high school diploma.
Commentary
When silent groups are no longer silent...
For a long time, people with a migration background were considered a silent group. But this is now changing, and it is a win for democracy. Nevertheless, hurdles remain...
News
More Democratic Awareness at Schools in Brandenburg
How and why our project "Strong Teachers - Strong Students" finds its way into state structures.
What does the Job of an Islamic Affairs Consultant entail?
How do Muslims become active partners in society? How can dialog be created among religious faiths? It is the job of Dr. Hussein Hamdan...
Global Governance Index
How do we measure (successful) global leadership?
The Global Governance Index assesses governments' commitment to regulation. Read the interview to find out how it works and what it reveals.
Annual report of the Robert Bosch Stiftung 2022
The Robert Bosch Stiftung looks back on its funding activities in 2022. Read on to find out which topics were in the spotlight.
Making teaching and learning better
These schools are nominated for the German School Award 2023
Fifteen schools from across Germany have made it to the final round of the 2023 German School Award. Read about who the nominated schools...
World Refugee Day
Taking stock of Meaningful Refugee Participation
The system to protect the world’s refugees is often failing the people it serves. For World Refugee Day, we examine and evaluate different forms of participation and make...
Interview
“What is happening now in Israel is unique - and then again, not.”
Israel will be even more impacted by climate change in the future but domestic affairs deals with other priorities. Insights about the...
On the road with the German School Award jury
Scouting out good schools
In its search for the best schools in Germany, the German School Award jury selects 20 top schools to visit each year. We accompanied three jury members on their visit to...
Calendar
Events of the Robert Bosch Stiftung
Find all english speaking events of the Robert Bosch Stiftung and the Robert Bosch Academy. Join us and get insights into our work and the work of our partners!
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Integration in rural areas
Create integration services for all refugees
How can we sustainably integrate refugees and immigrants who live in rural areas of Germany? The program "Land.Zuhause.Zukunft" is looking for solutions.
Project Repchance
How diverse are Germany’s federal and state parliaments?
People with a migration background are underrepresented in German parliaments, a study shows. MP Ekin Deligöz on the current situation.
Call to Action to the German Government
Protection of the Pacific Islands to become a focus of Germany's foreign climate policy
Rising sea levels threaten the existence of the atoll island countries oft he Pacific.
How citizen participation strengthens a vibrant democracy
Citizen participation strengthens trust in democracy and brings politics and citizens closer together. Read more about where and how the...
August 03, 2023
Dossier
How we support Ukraine
The Russian war of aggression has been raging in Ukraine for a year. You can find out here about the projects we sponsor and what we are doing to help people in Ukraine.
April 13, 2023
MENA region
Climate Change Threatens Peace and Security
We highlight the links between climate change and conflicts. And show what solutions exist to improve people's living conditions and prevent violence.
January 18, 2023
UN Climate Change Conference COP27
How people across African countries are fighting climate crisis
We must ensure greater climate justice by giving a voice to underrepresented groups in Africa.