Publications on the Reinhard Mohn Prize 2018

The Reinhard Mohn Prize 2018 "Living Diversity – Shaping Society" went to Joachim Gauck, our former Federal President. The Bertelsmann Stiftung recognized him as a bridge builder in a culturally diverse society.

As a result of immigration, people with different cultures and traditions and greater religious diversity are now living together. How can coexistence in cultural diversity be achieved? The special analysis of our 2017 Religion Monitor explores this question and examines the...

Cities have always been the site of interaction among people with different identities, lifestyles and customs. And they have always attracted migrants – people leaving rural areas for an urban environment, people who have left other countries for Germany. The study offers...

The study explores the role of the arts for living in diversity. Based on 12 case studies, it highlights the various ways in which different art forms address cultural diversity, immigration and integration.

What can Germany learn from the world in dealing with cultural diversity? The study documents the results of an international search for good practices conducted for the Reinhard Mohn Prize 2018. It shows how diversity can be successfully shaped in everyday life on the local...

Religious, cultural and linguistic diversity has always been a reality in Germany. Yet determining what constitutes success in terms of dealing with diversity on a day-to-day basis is a matter often subject to debate. Demonstrating respect for each other while living...

Religious, cultural and linguistic diversity has always been a reality in Germany. Yet determining what constitutes success in terms of dealing with diversity on a day-to-day basis is a matter often subject to debate. Demonstrating respect for each other while living...

Religious, cultural and linguistic diversity has always been a reality in Germany. Yet determining what constitutes success in terms of dealing with diversity on a day-to-day basis is a matter often subject to debate. Demonstrating respect for each other while living...

Cultural diversity offers valuable opportunities – such as helping companies increase their innovative power. The executive summary of our recent study details its key findings on the positive impact cultural diversity can have on innovation and gives recommendations as how...

Despite all the dire predictions, Germany continues to exhibit a high level of social cohesion. Even the country’s growing cultural and religious diversity is not at odds with its degree of togetherness. Yet, there are clear indications of potential threats: for example, the...