Generationen Stiftung
The
Generationen Stiftung: A Lobby for the Future Generations
editThe Generationen Stiftung, founded in 2017 by entrepreneur Claudia Langer, positions itself as a non-profit foundation under civil law with its headquarters in Berlin. It serves as a central representation of interests for future generations.
Mission and Values
editThe main mission of the Generationen Stiftung is to secure the survival and livelihoods of future generations and to protect democracy. It advocates for a generation-friendly society in which the needs and challenges of upcoming generations are taken seriously. The collaboration between young and old is at the center of its work to jointly change the existing system and create a fairer world[1][4][5].
Key Products and Services
edit- Think Tank & Campaign Headquarters: The foundation operates as a think tank and campaign headquarters to develop and implement constructive solutions for the most pressing future issues.
- Generationenmanifest: A central document of the foundation is the Generationenmanifest, which has gained over 350,000 supporters since 2013. It identifies the ten most important issues for future generations and calls on political decision-makers for generation-friendly solutions[2][5].
- Campaigns and Activities: The foundation initiates various campaigns, such as the campaign "We Terminate the Generational Contract" and "Generations Safety Net – Climate, Justice, Democracy," to draw attention to urgent issues such as climate change, social justice, and migration[5].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
edit- Conveying Knowledge: The foundation sees its task as making information accessible to the general public and educating people about current situations and courses of action[3].
- Generational Justice: It calls for tax reform, fair wealth and inheritance taxes, the introduction of a universal basic income, and corporate accountability for their environmental impacts. Additionally, it advocates for sustainable material policies and waste reduction[2][5].
- Public Dialogue: Through various events and protest actions, the foundation encourages dialogue between generations and ensures maximum public attention[1][4].
Support and Board
editThe foundation is supported by a renowned board consisting of experts from science, business, and society, including Prof. Dr. Maja Göpel, Caio Koch-Weser, Prof. Dr. Hans Joachim Schellnhuber, and Prof. Dr. Harald Lesch. Additionally, the foundation receives backing from prominent supporters such as Annette Frier, Hannes Jaenicke, and Eckart von Hirschhausen[1][5].
The Generationen Stiftung works tirelessly to create a strong alliance between young and old to jointly secure a livable future for all.