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Demokratie Leben
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About Demokratie Leben
"Demokratie leben!" is a federal program overseen by the German Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth (BMFSFJ). Its core mission is to strengthen and promote democracy within Germany through various initiatives. These include developing a federal infrastructure, supporting State Democracy Centers, and fostering "Partnerships for Democracy". The program also focuses on extremism prevention and funding innovative projects, offering consultation services and resources to bolster civic engagement.
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Sustainability Goals
Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
Strengthen democratic institutions and foster resilience
The organization strengthens democratic structures in Germany through infrastructure development and consultation services. It provides support for extremism prevention and the protection of democratic values.
Reduced Inequalities
Ensure social participation and reduce inequalities
"Demokratie leben!" works to reduce social inequalities by supporting victims of extremism and funding projects that promote diversity and inclusion.
Quality Education
Education for democratic values and prevention
The program supports projects that impart knowledge about democratic principles and contribute to the prevention of antisemitism, particularly through child-friendly educational offerings.
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FAQs
Q1What is the core mission of the federal program "Demokratie leben!"?+
The core mission of "Demokratie leben!" is the comprehensive strengthening and promotion of democracy within Germany, including the prevention of extremism and the fostering of democratic values.
Q2What are the main activities pursued by "Demokratie leben!"?+
The program focuses on developing a federal infrastructure, supporting State Democracy Centers, fostering "Partnerships for Democracy," and funding innovation projects. Another key area is extremism prevention in various societal contexts.
Q3Does "Demokratie leben!" offer funding opportunities?+
Yes, the program continuously provides funding opportunities, with dedicated portals for the 2020-2024 funding period and from 2025 onwards.
Q4What support services does "Demokratie leben!" provide?+
It offers practical assistance through mobile consultation, victim and affected persons consultation, and exit and disengagement consultation. Additionally, it provides resources such as a magazine and a project finder to strengthen civic engagement.
Q5How does "Demokratie leben!" contribute to societal impact and which SDGs does it address?+
The program has a direct impact on German civic society by strengthening democratic institutions and reducing inequalities. It primarily aligns with SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions). Secondary relevance is given to SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) and tertiary to SDG 4 (Quality Education).
Q6Is "Demokratie leben!" committed to accessibility?+
Yes, the initiative demonstrates its commitment to accessibility by offering information and services through Sign Language and Easy Language options.
