Omas for Future
Omas for Future is a committed movement for the 50+ generation that advocates for climate protection, environmental awareness, and women's empowerment. With over 80 regional groups in Germany, it mobilizes older people to actively contribute to a sustainable future.
About Omas for Future
editOmas for Future is a dedicated movement founded in 2019 by Cordula Weimann in Leipzig. It targets the 50+ generation and advocates for climate protection, environmental awareness, women's empowerment, and democracy. With over 80 regional groups in Germany and active members in Austria and the Netherlands, the initiative provides a platform for older generations to actively contribute to a sustainable future.
Key Products and Services
editA central element of Omas for Future is the Future Quiz, an interactive online game that imparts knowledge about climate change and sustainability. With 100 exciting questions and practical everyday tips, it motivates participants to reduce their carbon footprint and make environmentally friendly decisions. Additionally, the movement organizes nationwide Future Days that bring citizens together with actors from business, politics, and culture to collaboratively develop solutions for a greener future.
Mission and Values
editThe main mission of Omas for Future is to mobilize the 50+ generation to actively participate in shaping a climate-just society out of love for life. The movement emphasizes the importance of love, respect, and fair balance as the foundation for the survival of humanity in harmony with nature. It particularly gives women of this generation a voice to drive social and political change.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editOmas for Future has set ambitious sustainability goals, including saving at least 17,600 tons of CO2 by 2026. The movement plans to establish 80 new regional groups, distribute 235,000 quiz booklets, and conduct 960 quiz events. Supported by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, the initiative relies on renewable energies and the power of community to sustainably anchor its ideas in society.
Engagement and Awards
editSince its founding, the movement has received numerous awards, including the BNE Award from the German UNESCO Commission for its educational offerings on climate change. As a founding member of European Grandparents for Climate, Omas for Future also advocates for climate justice at the European level. The movement is part of the Climate Alliance Germany, a broad societal alliance for climate protection.
Omas for Future demonstrates that each individual can contribute to preserving our livelihoods through small behavioral changes in everyday life. Through its work, the movement inspires people to take action and collaboratively shape a livable future for upcoming generations.