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Stiftung West-Östliche Begegnungen
Berlin, DEImpact-drivenFoundationSocial ImpactEducation
Impact3Sustainability Goals
LocationBerlin
About Stiftung West-Östliche Begegnungen
Stiftung West-Östliche Begegnungen fosters civil society encounters and understanding between Germany and countries in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, the South Caucasus, and the Baltics. Its mission involves strengthening dialogue, networks, and sustainable cooperation, particularly by supporting youth encounters, initiatives, and school projects across 15+ countries. As a funding body, it offers comprehensive financing opportunities through four program lines and actively engages in its own initiatives, such as seminars and conferences, to facilitate exchange. The foundation is committed to peace and mutual understanding.
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Sustainability Goals
Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
Civil Society Encounters for Peaceful Societies
The foundation promotes dialogue and strengthens networks between Germany and Eastern European and Central Asian countries, building mutual understanding and sustainable cooperation.
Strengthening Inclusive Civil Societies Through Exchange
By supporting initiatives and associations and organizing seminars, the organization contributes to the development of strong and inclusive civil societies.
Reduced Inequalities
Building Bridges Between Countries and Regions
The foundation promotes exchange and cooperation between various countries and regions to reduce inequalities in understanding and civil society development.
Partnerships for the Goals
Sustainable Cooperation for Global Goals
As a platform for civil society encounters, the foundation establishes sustainable cooperation formats and strengthens global networks for shared development.
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Q1What is the mission of Stiftung West-Östliche Begegnungen?+
Stiftung West-Östliche Begegnungen is dedicated to fostering civil society encounters and understanding between Germany and countries in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, the South Caucasus, and the Baltics. Its mission involves promoting dialogue, strengthening networks, and establishing sustainable cooperation formats.
Q2In which regions is Stiftung West-Östliche Begegnungen active?+
The foundation is active in Germany and countries including Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Estonia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan. It focuses on Eastern Europe, Central Asia, the South Caucasus, and the Baltics.
Q3What funding programs does Stiftung West-Östliche Begegnungen offer?+
The foundation offers four program lines: international group encounters and exchange (I), short-term encounters and international partner cooperation (II), special projects (III), and mini-projects (IV). It also provides consultation to applicants for planning sustainable projects and applying for funding.
Q4Where can interested individuals find current job openings at Stiftung West-Östliche Begegnungen?+
Current job openings at Stiftung West-Östliche Begegnungen are available on its website at https://www.stiftung-woeb.de/stellenausschreibung/. Positions are displayed directly and in full there.
Q5Where is Stiftung West-Östliche Begegnungen headquartered and what is its legal form?+
Stiftung West-Östliche Begegnungen is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, and operates as a foundation. It is a member of the Federal Association of German Foundations and adheres to the Principles of Good Foundation Practice.
Q6Which UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does Stiftung West-Östliche Begegnungen primarily address?+
The foundation primarily addresses SDG 16 "Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions". Secondarily, it contributes to SDG 10 "Reduced Inequalities" and SDG 17 "Partnerships for the Goals".
