#SocialCohesion

[…] Characterized by escalating violence, 2024 continues the alarming trend of the recent past.  While conflicts and the hardening of autocratic regimes have impeded democratic progress and transformation [...]

[…] Through its work, the Bertelsmann Stiftung aims to make democracy crisis-proof and sustainable. Here is an overview of our activities and priorities in this area: Maia Sandu and Michael Otto to [...]

[…] Press Release: Prof. Dr. Ing. Werner J. Bauer, chairman of the Bertelsmann Stiftung Board of Trustees, says, "On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I would like to thank Ralph Heck for his effective [...]

[…] Press Release: We asked Daniela Schwarzer, Christian Mölling and Malte Zabel what is currently on their minds regarding Europe and our work in the program: What do you see as the most pressing issues [...]

[…] A war on the EU's border has shaken its security order. China is becoming more and more of a rival and the future of Europe's transatlantic relations seems uncertain, while advancing climate change [...]

[…] Press Release: More than 60 percent of German companies are starting the transformation at the core of their business model by redesigning their products and services with an ecological focus. [...]

[…] Society is changing rapidly – in all areas of life. The uncertain global situation, the astounding advances in artificial intelligence and the question of how to create a sustainable future are [...]

[…] Press Release: Social cohesion in Germany has come under considerable pressure since 2020. On the one hand, it is still robust according to the longer-term assessment of the Bertelsmann Stiftung’s [...]

[…] Democracies around the world are under pressure, social cohesion is fragile and political debates are becoming more polarized - in parliaments, the media and on the streets. In a year of major [...]

[…] Democracies around the world are under pressure, social cohesion is fragile and political debates are becoming more polarized - in parliaments, the media and on the streets. In a year of major [...]