EAF Berlin. Diversity in Leadership

The European Academy for Women in Politics and Economics Berlin (EAF Berlin) is an independent research and consulting organization that has been active at the intersection of politics, economics, and science since its founding in 1996.

• Organizational Consulting: EAF Berlin supports companies in change processes towards more diversity in leadership and corporate culture. This is done individually, systematically, and resource-oriented[1][2][5].
• Practical Studies: The organization facilitates the transfer between social science research and business practice through the design and implementation of practice-oriented research projects[1][2].
• Mentoring: EAF Berlin was one of the first organizations in Germany to use mentoring to promote diversity in companies. It has already developed over 100 mentoring programs and supported more than 1,000 tandems[1][3].
• Training: EAF Berlin offers tailored workshop and seminar offerings to prepare people for change. These trainings convey scientifically based content with modern methods and a high practical relevance[1][2].
• Communication: The organization develops compelling arguments for a diverse organizational and leadership culture and works out internal and external communication strategies for diversity[1].

EAF Berlin is committed to promoting equal participation of women and men in political and economic leadership positions. It is convinced that equal opportunities and diversity contribute to economic success and a sustainable society. A particular concern is the promotion of female talents in STEM professions, as evidenced by the founding of Femtec.GmbH in 2001 together with the Technical University of Berlin[1][2][3].

EAF Berlin advocates for a just society in which people of all genders and identities have the same opportunities and rights and can realize their potential. The sustainability goals include:

• Promotion of Women in Leadership Positions: EAF Berlin was the first institution in Germany to independently and cross-party advocate for more women in leadership positions in politics and economics[2][3].
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: The organization develops and implements programs and strategies based on current scientific findings and practical experiences to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in companies and organizations[2].
• Work-Life Balance and Resilience: EAF Berlin supports professionals and executives in staying motivated, capable, and healthy by offering programs to improve work-life balance and resilience[1][2].

EAF Berlin has built a broad network that includes researchers, representatives from companies and associations, as well as decision-makers from politics and administration. It cooperates with several federal ministries, companies, associations, and is active throughout the Federal Republic as well as internationally[1][2][3].

Thus, EAF Berlin is a central player in promoting diversity, equal opportunities, and sustainable personnel and organizational development in Germany and beyond.

• 1 - https://www.ula.de/eaf_berlin/
• 2 - https://www.eaf-berlin.de/wer-wir-sind/die-eaf-berlin
• 3 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Europ%C3%A4ische_Akademie_f%C3%BCr_Frauen_in_Politik_und_Wirtschaft_Berlin
• 4 - https://www.eaf-berlin.de
• 5 - https://www.tbd.community/de/o/eaf-berlin