momentum
momentum is an initiative that strengthens civil society voices and promotes a vibrant culture of debate. With services such as networking, press talks, and debate briefings, momentum supports journalists and engaged citizens to tackle societal challenges together.
About momentum
editmomentum is a committed initiative dedicated to strengthening civil society voices and promoting a vibrant democratic debate culture. In a time when our society is facing challenges such as the climate crisis, right-wing extremism, and growing inequality, momentum focuses on incorporating diverse perspectives to develop informed societal problem analyses and solutions.
Key Products and Services
editmomentum offers a range of services aimed at enriching and informing public debate. This includes contact mediation, where journalists are supported in quickly finding experts from social movements, non-profit organizations, or academia. momentum also assists in finding protagonists from civil society for reports and portraits.
Another important offering is the press talks, where experts from science and practice provide short impulses on current topics in online events. These briefings offer journalists valuable background information and the opportunity to ask questions and collect sound bites.
The debate briefing "In Other Words" is aimed at politically interested individuals who have little time to follow current political events in the necessary depth. Approximately every two weeks, the most important topics of public debates are contextualized, interpretation options are provided, and action impulses are given.
Mission and Values
editThe main mission of momentum is to promote the democratic shaping of social change. This is achieved by supporting journalists, civil society organizations, and engaged citizens. momentum places great value on a pluralistic debate culture and is open to new ideas, cooperation projects, and suggestions to support civil society voices.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editmomentum is a project of Demokratie der Zukunft e.V., a non-profit organization committed to environmental and climate protection, public education, democratic governance, science and research, and civic engagement. These goals are reflected in the activities of momentum, which aim to promote a sustainable and just society.
Conclusion
editmomentum is an indispensable actor in promoting an informed and diverse public debate. By providing resources and platforms for the exchange of knowledge and perspectives, momentum contributes to addressing the challenges of our time and shaping a sustainable future.