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Freunde und Förderer des Leo Baeck Instituts e.V.
Frankfurt am Main, DEImpact-drivenAssociationScience & ResearchArt & Culture
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Employees2 - 10
Founded1962
LocationFrankfurt am Main
About us
Freunde und Förderer des Leo Baeck Instituts e.V. (FUF des LBI) is a non-profit association supporting the Leo Baeck Institute (LBI). Founded in 1955 by figures like Hannah Arendt and Martin Buber, the LBI researches, preserves, and makes accessible German-Jewish history and culture. The association actively supports the global LBI network in New York|Berlin, Jerusalem, and London, emphasizing the critical role of historical memory in informing contemporary actions.
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Sustainability Goals
Quality Education
Making History and Culture Accessible
The organization researches, preserves, and makes German-Jewish history and culture accessible for future generations through publications and educational projects.
Educational Formats Against Ignorance
It develops educational formats like the 'Lost Books Lab Baden-Württemberg' to disseminate knowledge about Nazi-looted property and foster critical thinking.
Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
Against Antisemitism and Resentment
The organization counteracts increasing antisemitism and societal resentments by strengthening memory as a basis for present actions.
Strengthening Democratic Values
It supports 'Democracy Projects' and promotes engagement and democratic discourse in German-Jewish history through events and online resources.
Reduced Inequalities
Combating Discrimination Through Knowledge
By conveying German-Jewish history and culture, the organization combats discrimination and promotes inclusivity within society.
Addressing Historical Inequalities
It addresses historical inequalities, for instance through projects on Nazi-looted property, to foster justice and equal recognition.
FAQs
Q1What is the mission of Freunde und Förderer des Leo Baeck Instituts e.V.?+
The association supports the Leo Baeck Institute (LBI), which is dedicated to researching, preserving, and making accessible German-Jewish history and culture. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining historical memory to inform present actions, especially in light of increasing antisemitism and societal resentments.
Q2When and by whom was the Leo Baeck Institute founded?+
The Leo Baeck Institute was founded in 1955 by prominent figures such as Hannah Arendt and Martin Buber. The Freunde und Förderer des Leo Baeck Instituts e.V. was established in 1962 to support its work.
Q3Where does the Leo Baeck Institute operate global offices?+
Freunde und Förderer des Leo Baeck Instituts e.V. supports a global network of Leo Baeck Institutes located in New York|Berlin, Jerusalem, and London.
Q4How can one support Freunde und Förderer des Leo Baeck Instituts e.V.?+
Individuals can support the association through membership, which offers benefits such as publications and exclusive event invitations. Donations made to the association are eligible for tax deductions in Germany.
Q5What key projects does the association pursue?+
The association is involved in "Demokratie-Projekte" and collaborative research endeavors. A notable project is the "Lost Books Lab Baden-Württemberg," which focuses on educational formats concerning NS-looted cultural property and is a partnership with the Leo Baeck Institut Jerusalem.
Q6Which UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does the organization address?+
The organization primarily addresses SDG 4 (Quality Education). Additionally, it contributes to SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities).
