Perspectives on the Year 2017

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Our 2017 Topics 3 Departments of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung 23 The year 2017 was characterized by turmoil not only in international relations, but also in European and With Confidence into the Future 4 European and International Cooperation 24 German domestic politics. During his first year in Freedom and Security – The Future of Europe 6 Academic Promotion and Culture 26 office, American President Donald Trump has held We Choose Freedom – The Adenauer Year 8 Politics and Consulting 28 the world in suspense as a result of his fundamental Migration and Integration 10 Reference and Research Services, reshaping of trade, immigration, and foreign policies. Reformation and Freedom of Religion 12 Archives of Christian-Democratic Politics 30 cannot insulate itself from these changes to Democracy, Elections, Civic Education 32 Multilateralism and alliances are increasingly being the international order. This has led many to become and Young Political Talent 14 Communication 34 called into question. This is also the case for the apprehensive, while others, in turn, have intentionally , which, in the wake of Brexit, sep- taken advantage of the situation to promote their aratist aspirations, and disagreement among mem- own aims. Our country, however, is well prepared for The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung 16 Names, Facts, Annual Accounts 36 ber states on key issues such as the refugee crisis, future challenges. Employment is at a record level, finds itself confronted with a crucial test. In addition, the budget is on a solid footing, and investment in About Us 17 Annual Accounts 37 populist political parties and movements have been education and research is greater than ever before. The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung in Figures 18 Joint Declaration on State Funding gaining strength in many countries and have acted Germany is a successful democracy, a reliable ally, Our 2017 Laureates 22 of Political Foundations 40 to exac­er­bate the crisis. By contrast, the French have committed to European integration, and a respected Board of Directors of clearly expressed their support for Europe by electing partner. the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung e. V. 41 ­Emmanuel Macron as their president. The conse- Members of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung e. V. 43 quences of the Syrian civil war can be felt far beyond As such, the work of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung The Villa La Collina in Cadenabbia 47 the boundaries of the Middle East. And 2017 has in 2017 can be summarized under the leitmotif of Academic Promotion Committees 48 also seen series of devastating terrorist attacks both “With Confidence into the Future”. As part of our work within Europe and abroad. in Germany, Europe, and throughout the world, we provide analyses necessary for policy making, conduct Publication Information 49 research on historical and political themes, advise domestic, European, and international decision-­ makers on politics, the economy, and society, support talented young people, and promote literature, art, and culture. 20 Editorial

We will continue to engage in discussions focusing on the future. We concern ourselves with the state of democracy and with the central theme of education. We inquire into what binds us together as a society and the driving forces behind it. We seek answers that Our 2017 are as close as possible to the concerns of citizens in order to encourage a willingness to change wherever necessary. Topics This annual review highlights a selection of the We would also like to extend our thanks to the various activities of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung. commit­tee members for their constructive cooper- Taken together with additional information provided ation, as well as to the Freundeskreis (Friends of the on our web site (www.kas.de), it reflects the high level Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung), our donors, sponsors, of commitment, competence, and dedication of our and partners for their support. We will continue to staff and contributors both in Germany and abroad. make every effort to justify the trust placed in us. We would like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to them all. We hold the future in our own hands. Let us vigor- ously work together in a combined effort to write the next chapter in the story of our country!

Berlin/Sankt Augustin, August 2018

Prof. Dr. Michael Thielen Dr. Hans-Gert Pöttering 40 Our 2017 Topics Our 2017 Topics 05

With Confidence into the Future

by Andreas Kleine-Kraneburg and Lukas Lingenthal This year’s leitmotif of the Adenauer-Stiftung­ is also reflected in the work with young scholarship Despite all the complex challenges in the world recipients from our scholarship today, there are plenty of reasons to face the In the area of political and civic education, the foun- programme. Against the backdrop future with confidence. This was the focus of our dation organized some 170 events across Germany of populist attacks on democracy, 2017 leitmotif. attended by an interested public numbering close to we have hosted numerous semi­ 14,000 and that covered various topics and questions nars dealing with the foundations In 2017, Germany has once again demonstrated its on how to shape the future. and the future of a free and economic, social, and cultural strength as a country In terms of the foundation’s inter- democratic state based on the in the heart of Europe. The employment levels contin- Among these events, special emphasis was given to national activities, support given to rule of law, as well as to determine ued to rise, the budget was balanced, investment in a series of talks given throughout the country enti- politically engaged adolescents and appropriate approaches to address education and research was greater than ever before, tled “Germany. The next Chapter. With Confidence young adults represents an impor- populism. With its journal Zukunft 2017 and the social system remained one of the most into the Future”. In light of the general situation and tant core feature of our work. (Future 2017), the foundation efficient worldwide. Yet, this year was also character- the public mood in Germany, the 38 symposiums A major strong point in this respect Another important sphere of activ- pooled together relevant topics ized by complex crises, which deeply shook familiar offered views on the future that focused on the was our continuation in 2017 of ity was the debate on the future on the future and the professional structures both in Europe and the world. challenges and perspectives, as well as the demands the regional formats to promote of Europe. To further discussion, skills of our staff and external and opportunities that we are facing. In particular, young politicians, such as the encounter seminars were organ- experts to create a publication that The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, adhering to its leit- they dealt with themes such as promoting innovation Diplomados in Latin America, the ized, predominantly in the border would promote debate and illus- motif for 2017 “With Confidence into the Future”, was and creativity in business and society, democracy and Election Bridge Academy in Africa, regions of , Poland, , trate those themes that will shape therefore concerned to send a clear message on the political stability, political culture and social cohesion,­ and the KASYP seminars in Asia. and Italy. These also served as an the work of the Konrad-Adenauer-­ need for greater confidence, as well as to promote the future of a united Europe, and questions of exchange forum with students Stiftung in the years to come. the idea of a reliable, stable, bold, dynamic, curious, international stability and the role of Germany. These Once again, our strengths in inter- from the host countries. It formulates just those challenges and innovative republic, all without ignoring the fears intensive lecture and discussion events featured par- national network activity and our which we will confront while facing and worries of the population. The many activities ticipation by representatives of business, science, the support for young journalists were the future with confidence. conducted by the various departments of the Konrad-­ media, and other fields, and always included either combined to organize seminars to Adenauer-Stiftung evidently demonstrate that we current or former members of government, federal promote quality journalism utiliz- should have confidence in our democracy and demo- parliamentarians, or state politicians. ing new formats. One such exam- cratic institutions, as well as the social, economic, and ple was provided by young Ger- cultural capabilities of our country. We have endeav- man and French journalists who oured to encouraged young people, in particular, binationally worked in tandem to to be aware of the creative possibilities open to them report from Paris for the Internet and to take advantage of these opportunities. This platform bonjournalist.eu on the was especially evident during our Zukunftskonferenz run-up to the French presidential (a conference addressing topics that may be relevant elections. in the future), where Chancellor , in addressing some 250 young men and women in our academy, spoke about her vision for the future, the potential for growth, and the global order. 60 Our 2017 Topics Our 2017 Topics 07

Freedom and Security – The Future of Europe

A better understanding of the priorities and prob- by Olaf Wientzek Differences between EU member states must be over- lems of the various EU member states remains the come so that the Union can guarantee long-term precondition for an EU that is both internally and prosperity, freedom, and security. externally capable of action and of providing a sus- tainable future. Relations between member states Following many years of crises, At the same time, there was a Due, in part, to growing global and regional instabil- were subjected to considerable stress as a result 2017 delivered fresh hope and growing awareness that the EU ity, the EU is increasingly expected not only to ensure of government debt crises, the refugee crisis, and some positive news for the Euro- had to do more than just engage peace and prosperity, but also to provide security. the participation of populist parties in a number of pean integration project. Decidedly in long-term crisis management, Notwithstanding all the criticism on developments European governments. The foundation assumed pro-European forces succeeded especially if it did not want to within the EU, its citizens continue to show strong an important mediation role, in particular, through in parliamentary and presiden- squander the trust of its citizens. support for more European cooperation in foreign its work in Brussels and in its other European offices tial elections in a number of EU Consequently, discussions began and defence policy as well as in counterterrorism outside of Germany. Through lecture and discussion countries. For its part, the EU could at the European level on strategies efforts. It also became clear in 2017 that with the events, dialogue programmes, and conferences with point to its own achievements: to improve the EU’s capacity for transformation of the transatlantic partnership, representatives from politics, business, science, civil The returned to the path action and ensure a sustainable the EU could not afford to be complacent. Instead, society, and the media, the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung of growth and member states future. This was accompanied by it must assume greater responsibility for its own contributed to an improved understanding of the agreed to steps towards closer increased dialogue with citizens, security and that of its neighbours, as well as safe- various European political positions. In particular, cooperation, such as in the areas whether as part of a process of guarding Western norms and values in international it supported the development of transregional net- of security and defence policy. reflection on the future of the EU foreign affairs, trade dealings, and environmental works and thereby took a first step in overcoming the Overall, the EU has proven to be initiated by the EU Commission or policies. Correspondingly, the Adenauer-Stiftung, differences between North and South, and East and a capable crisis manager. Despite in other formats for discussion. through its events and publications, promotes a West. Through regular reports on EU countries and these positive developments, The Konrad- Adenauer-Stiftung has stronger engagement by the EU at the international the introduction of a European-wide political party the dangers posed by populism, supported this process through level. Last year, we discussed in various formats both barometer, we also contributed to a better perception autocratic tendencies, and national seminars at its civic education in Germany and at our offices abroad measures to of the political situation in other EU member states. egoism remain acute. forums, by the publications of its strengthen the Common Security and Defence Policy Reflection Group on the Future of the EU and contributed to this debate with our The foundation has supported the processes of of Europe, and its comments on own discussion papers. democratization and Europeanization in the Western reflection papers of the Euro- Balkan region as well as in its eastern and southern pean Commission. In addition, neighbours through dialogue programmes, political ­Hans-Gert Pöttering, the former consultation, and training sessions. It has also called Chairman of the foundation, upon and Brussels for a more intensive com- published a discussion paper with mitment by the EU in these regions. In the long term, suggestions on strengthening the the EU will only remain a region of peace, freedom, EU and how it should prepare for and security if it succeeds in promoting democracy, a sustainable future. the rule of law, and security not only within the EU, but also in neighbouring countries. 80 Our 2017 Topics Our 2017 Topics 09

We Choose our videobook was among the finalists for the German eBook Freedom – Award. In explaining its choice, the jury stated that “the designers” The Adenauer Year had shown “a talent for media mix and instructional editing”. In With its nomination for the Politik­ addition, the personality of Kon- Award 2017 in the category “Social by Frauke Gottwald rad Adenauer is “accessible and Campaign”, the foundation was and Dr. Judith Michel comprehensible for the historically able to demonstrate that it could interested layperson in this app The participants of a Jugendpolitik- convey (historical) content in a con- realization”. Tag (Youth Politics Day) in Cologne temporary, surprising, and provoc- In 2017, the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung commemo- focused on Adenauer both as a ative manner, relate this content rated the 50th anniversary of the death of its name Various Activities to politician at the communal level to current events, and to generate giver. Its mission was to make Adenauer accessible Mark the Anniversary and as German Chancellor. The interaction with its target groups. to the public, both as a man and a politician. His The foundation supported the Kommunalkongress (annual confer- The positive response to the activ- unwavering commitment to freedom remains publication of the recently discov- ence on municipal topics) at the ities surrounding the Adenauer­ relevant today. ered journals of Adenauer’s son, Cologne/Bonn Year reflect the timeliness of its The show has resulted in a touring exhibition that has Monsignore Paul Adenauer. The Airport commemorated the 100th central message: Freedom was, At the centre of events to mark the Adenauer Year was since been presented at numerous political education journals provide hitherto unknown anniversary of his assumption of is, and remains our most valuable a ceremony at the German Historical Museum (DHM) forums, schools, and other institutions. The touring insights into Konrad Adenauer’s office as mayor of Cologne. possession. The legacy of Konrad in Berlin. In addition to the keynote lecture by former exhibition can be borrowed. politics and his thoughts and feel- Adenauer cannot be emphasized American Secretary of State Henry Kissinger in a video ings both in the final phase of his “Who is Konrad?” – often enough. It was he who real- message recorded in the USA, Chancellor Angela The videobook “Konrad Adenauer – chancellorship and as party leader Six Weeks of Adenauer Live ized that the defence of freedom Merkel delivered an address in which she made clear Founding Father of the Federal Republic of the CDU. Another way in which the founda- can only be successful within the that Adenauer’s lifework should also be understood as and Architect of Europe” tion marked the Adenauer anni- stable and value-based framework a duty to be pursued in our current turbulent times. As part of the digital age, it is extremely important In addition to many other events, versary was with the realisation of of multilateral cooperation. She stressed that we should not forget the great effort that media work concerning Adenauer be kept up a presentation entitled “Konrad­ the “Who is Konrad?” campaign, required and the difficult conditions under which our to date. Accordingly, a new videobook illustrates his Adenauer – Statesman and through which his thoughts and free and democratic system was achieved. history from mayor of Cologne to the architect of Democrat” in a Doku-Live format political decisions were made Europe, from prisoner of the Nazi regime to the crea- toured throughout Germany. This relevant for those living in 2017. Unity only in freedom tor of the Federal Republic of Germany. Archival films innovative format in the sphere of Adenauer was seen involved in cur- The ceremony also marked the opening of the exhibi- show the politician as a part of his time, visual doc- political education was developed rent affairs, commented on political tion “Unity Only in Freedom – Konrad Adenauer and uments resurrect the atmosphere of renewal in the specifically for school children. events, surprised the public with the German Question”. Conceived by our Department Adenauer era, detailed accompanying texts explain It combines film clips, images, and street art and on posters, twittered, for Contemporary History, the exhibition aimed to the historical context, and all of this is complemented live commentary, allowing specta­ and could be seen in an advertise- increase the awareness of Adenauer as an individual by original sources offering a deeper understanding tors to immerse themselves in ment in the Berlin subway system. and his achievements in German politics as well as to of his biography. Adenauer’s time. An explanatory The core of all these communica- raise his visibility in Berlin. Within the framework of film complements the political tions consisted of actual quota- three major themes – Adenauer’s policy of integra- The videobook Konrad Adenauer (in German only) can education efforts for various target tions. In this way, it was possible tion with the West, his dealings with the East, and his be freely downloaded as an app for tablets (Android audiences. to show how Adenauer’s thoughts, relationship to Berlin – Adenauer is portrayed as the and iOS). It has already been downloaded 3000 times proclamations, and commentaries advocate of what were at the time very controversial and, for a time, it was one of the “most popular new are still pertinent today. Adenauer policies. apps” in Germany. At the 2017 ­ Book Fair, also appeared as guest author on all of the foundation’s channels. 10 Our 2017 Topics Our 2017 Topics 11

Migration and Strengthening Social Cohesion In 2017, the issues of social cohesion and percep- Integration tions on the notion of one’s homeland figured high on the agenda in Germany. In addition to relevant papers and studies, the 18 civic education forums and regional offices of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung sought innovative ways to engage in dialogue with by Benedict Göbel Migration is a fact and it affects almost every country citizens. Its question, “What kind of country do we and Dr. Christina Catherine Krause in the world. As such, in 2016, the United Nations set want to be?”, proved to be thought-provoking. An as its goal the adoption in 2018 of two international open debate held on a level playing field was thereby compacts. The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung has bol- made possible. Our dialogue clearly illustrated that Migration, refugee protection, and integration stered these efforts with its own initiative. Its aim is citizens want to shoulder more responsibility and, are global challenges. International cooperation to make use of local experts to identify the potential in a constructive manner, find solutions together for has a key role to play. for cooperation at the regional level and to promote the challenges that lie ahead. In addition, our kultur­ closer partnerships. geschichten event series gave authors and creative The year 2017 continued to see German society and artists centre stage to represent the diversity found in politics intensely preoccupied with the issues of migra- To assist decision-makers to respond to the effects Germany. tion and integration. Commitment to assisting the new of forced and voluntary migration, the foundation arrivals has nonetheless remained high in the wake increasingly relied in 2017 on the use of expert Our Municipal Academy with its publications Integra- of the migration and refugee crisis in Europe in 2015. To this end, the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung set in workshops. These enabled representatives of gov- tion at the Local Level and Best Practices on Refugee Numerous integration initiatives were started in the motion some 300 projects and activities in 2017, ernment, parliament, academia and think tanks to Assistance and Neighbourhood Management (only avail- wake the refugee crisis of 2015, and these attest to the both in Germany and abroad, to address topics be networked and brought together (on location in able in German) provided information on ways and high level of social engagement in working towards related to migration and integration. These included Italy and North Africa) to discuss current challenges approaches to integration and offered expert work- sustainable integration. Germany welcomes persons studies, analyses, papers, discussions, workshops, and potential solutions. The analyses and exchanges shops on such topics as integration into the labour in need of protection, EU citizens and skilled workers behind-the-scenes consultations, and fact-finding primarily focused on concepts to regulate migration market. In addition, the foundation sponsored the and students from all over the world. missions, film and exhibition projects, and scholar- and to combat the causes of forced migration, as well creation of a digital sport and game dictionary in close ships. In addition, the foundation offers information as the implementation of these approaches. cooperation with the DJK youth sport association, for Yet, concerns and questions have arisen in recent on these issues via its recently created “Migration which it received an award in November 2017 by the years. These revolve around the issues of asylum and Integration” web portal, as well as through the world association of leisure sports (Trim and Fitness procedures, the right of residence, return policies, wide-ranging educational services of the Adenauer Association for International Sport for All, TASIFA). the protection of the EU’s external borders, European Campus, which makes use of maps, films, a “time solidarity, and the fight against the root-causes of machine”, quiz questions, surveys, and index cards. forced migration. At the national level, in particular, Both websites offer insights into background infor- apprehension exists with respect to the precondi- mation, data, and facts. Individual stories were, in tions for a successful integration process. These turn, researched by the Journalist Academy of the questions and concerns need to be taken seriously. Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (JONA) and produced for print, radio, and film media.

Strengthening Multilateral Cooperation While integration policy at the federal level in the coming years will focus on the establishment of a nation-wide strategy adhering to the policy of “incentives and demands”, there are only limited solutions to questions raised by migration that can be provided at the national level. 12 Our 2017 Topics Our 2017 Topics 13

Reformation and The other volume concerns the political relevance and the remote effects of Reformation movements Freedom of Religion on various areas of politics. It points, in particular, to human rights and freedom of religion as a means of illustrating the varied and arduous path that has led to our current idea of freedom and tolerance towards other religious faiths. Even today, the right by Dr. Karlies Abmeier Religion is once again playing a greater role in One only has to recall events surrounding the Refor- to openly practice one’s religion without restriction and Dr. Otmar Oehring society, as demonstrated by the interest generated mation from the 15th to the 17th century to see how is at risk in many regions of the world. Quite often, by the 500th anniversary of the Reformation and such conflicts were waged and resolved in the past. a violation of freedom of religion is also accompa- the commitment shown for religious freedom The 500th anniversary of the publication of Martin nied by restrictions of other basic rights, such as the worldwide. Luther’s 95 theses, regarded as the start of the Refor- freedom of assembly and women’s rights. A lack of mation in Germany, aroused a great deal of ecclesias- respect for these rights endangers social peace and Religion has long been regarded as a guarantee of tic as well as political interest. international security. social cohesion. In recent years, however, the socio- logical foundations for this conclusion have changed In contrast to earlier centennial anniversaries, the The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, both in Germany significantly. For example, in the early 1950s, over 90 churches have chosen to highlight ecumenicalism and abroad, has worked to draw attention to this per cent of the German population belonged to one in the year 2017. Church leaders prayed for forgive- state of affairs. It has issued numerous publications of the two large Christian denominations. By 2016, ness at reconciliation services. There have been regarding freedom of religion worldwide, as well as this figure sunk to less than 60 per cent. And new efforts made to find common paths towards the on the current situation and the prospects for Chris- to the statistics are Muslims following the various future. Another difference to earlier, predominantly tians in Syria and for Christians and Yazidis in . denominations of . In addition, the number of nationally defined historical celebrations, is that The foundation conducts and provides support to those who claim no religious affiliation has grown those in 2017 focused attention on the worldwide events, including meetings of the International Panel considerably. They now make up the majority of the spread of reformist thought. This setting of priorities of Parliamentarians for Freedom of Religion or Belief population in large cities and in eastern Germany. was supported by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (IPPFoRB), that promote the unimpeded practice of Secularisation, individualisation, and pluralisation with the publication (only in German) of Refor- religion in all parts of the world. We are obliged to have resulted in a new religious and ideological mation ­weltweit – ­Erinnerungen in vier Kontinenten protect this human right with our continuous efforts diversity. Yet, contrary to the assumption that religion (Reformation Worldwide – Recollections in Four as it is of great significance in ensuring a free and would become meaningless in modern society, reli- Continents) and Politik in Zeichen der Reformation – peaceful society. Only when this right is observed gion and religious policy in public debate have grown Der lange ­Schatten von 1517 (Politics in Light of the can people contribute to the cohesion of society on in importance. Reformation – The Long Shadow of 1517). The first the basis of their religious motivation. volume, aimed at a readership worldwide, shows One reason for this development is the ambivalent just how differently the ideas of the Reformation character of religion. On the one side, it is possible to were adopted, and how their spread was, not least observe those aspects of religion that promote com- of all, dependant on political conditions. The con- munities and cultivate a sense of meaning, motivating sequences are reflected in differing mentalities and people to contribute to the common good and to live can be observed even today in the political cultures according to the principles of charity and solidarity. of Europe – from the Lutheran influenced Scandi- On the other side, there is the violent expression of navian countries to the Catholic south. Outside of misguided religiosity, in which fundamentalist views Europe, the originally diaspora churches have, in are propagated in the name of a particular religion, some instances, experienced rapid growth, but they thereby provoking fear of religion in general. Religious have had to assert themselves against the political conflicts, even in cases where violence does not occur, claims of the Pentecostal Churches with their often can escalate in a society characterized by diversity very conservative values. and must therefore be resolved. 14 Our 2017 Topics Our 2017 Topics 15

Democracy, Elections, Our KommunalAkademie has served as a local democracy and Young Political Talent The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung has agency and has educated many set up a programme for especially local decision-makers and new- ambitious young talent, focusing comers to communal politics on the deliberate planning and throughout Germany. Its seminar strategy necessary in political cam- on local politics is aimed at newly by Dr. Sandra Busch-Janser, In light of the numerous challenges facing paigns. Upon completion of the elected office holders and regional Dr. Christoph von Hehl, democracy, providing support to young political programme, participants receive a representatives and provides ori- and Dr. Kristin Wesemann talent, both at home and abroad, has become Campaign Management Certificate. entation, specialist expertise, and The starting point of the network increasingly important. The foundation thereby hopes to strategic skills in current local and is a week-long diploma course, in enable politically interested and regional political subject areas. which experts, including former Keeping with the spirit of our 2017 leitmotif, committed scholarship holders to In the hope of arousing early presidents, party chairpersons, “With Confidence into the Future”, the foundation conduct political campaigns. Fol- interest in political issues among and campaign organizers, address felt it appropriate to encourage young people, in lowing an introduction to the fun- young people and young adults, fundamental issues: What does particular, to become politically engaged, to discover damentals of campaign planning, the KommunalAkademie has fur- good government leadership mean new opportunities to take part in society, and to work they work through a simulation, ther developed its “Decisions in today? What are the latest trends towards the common good. In the promotion of these conducting a fictitious campaign on City Council” simulation game to in political communication and ideals, our scholarship programme placed special the basis of real data. The seminar include a format appropriate for election campaigns? What char- emphasis on identifying recipients who were already culminates with testimonials and young people. acterizes political leadership in active in politics at university or in the community and best-practice tips by experienced the era of humanism? In this way, have thereby assumed their first responsibilities in an campaign workers. It has become increasingly clear a whole generation can connect honorary post. Our seminar series Wege in die ­Politik internationally, as well, that good through #SomosLaKas and can (Paths into Politics) is specifically addressed to this Furthermore, a whole range of and forward-looking policies thereby offer each other mutual audience. Here, we present various ways to engage seminars exists, offering numerous require input from committed support and a sense of cohesion. in politics and introduce our scholarship recipients opportunities to reach out to and young talent in order to be pre- This is particularly important on to political actors for informal behind-the-scenes involve young political talent. Our pared for the challenges of the a continent that has experienced discussions. Frauenkolleg (Women’s College) future. An exemplary approach more than its share of political developed, for instance, a compre- pursued by the foundation can be violence and where lone warriors In order to increase overall interest in democracy hensive mentoring programme in seen in its Latin American initiative can still be found. and political participation among young people and 2017 for women engaged in com- #Somos­LaKas. This networking to counteract disaffection with politics, politicians munal politics. The programme platform currently offers around Twice a year, particularly active and political campaigns must embrace and compre- includes an intensive exchange 300 young Latin Americans from members of the network meet hend the emotional frame of reference of a con- within mentoring pairs, as well as Río Bravo to Tierra del Fuego the at one of the #SomosLaKas stantly changing society. For this reason, we equip various seminars, such as how to opportunity to consult each other campuses. They can team up with young up-and-coming politicians with the proper develop political goals. Among the on current topics, discuss the individuals who they had previously tools of political communication. mentors supporting the project challenges facing their countries, known only virtually, and together are Brigitte Schäuble, Christine and exchange information. work on election campaigns or take Neumann-Martin (Member of the over strategic planning for another Baden-Württemberg State Assem- member. They here encounter in bly), Gabriele Schmidt (former a concentrated form all of the suc- Member of the German Bundes­ cesses, tasks, experiences, values, tag), as well as other women and principles that characterize regional councillors and former our political development pro- members of state assemblies. grammes for young people. The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung 17

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The Konrad- The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung is a political founda- At conferences and congresses we bring together tion active throughout Germany via its 19 civic edu- people who have something to say. In Germany cation forums and regional offices. Some 100 offices alone, some 145,000 people attend the approximately Adenauer-Stiftung abroad manage projects in more than 120 countries. 2500 events that are held every year. We provide Our headquarters are split between Sankt Augustin material and non-material support to gifted young near Bonn and Berlin. people, not only from Germany but also from Central and Eastern Europe as well as developing countries. Konrad Adenauer and his principles define our guidelines, our duty, and our mission. The founda- We also keep in close touch with our alumni, whose tion has carried the name of the Federal Republic of number has risen to more than 14,000 since 1965. Germany’s first chancellor since 1964. It grew out of the Society for Christian-Democratic Civic Education, Exhibits, readings, and awards complete our pro- founded in 1955. gramme. We support young artists and we honour authors with our prestigious Literary Award every year. Both at home and abroad we use civic education We have awarded a prize for local journalism since to promote freedom, peace, and justice. Our most 1980. Young journalists are promoted in a special important goals are strengthening democracy, fur- programme. Since 2002, the Social Market Economy thering European unification, improving transatlantic prize has recognised distinguished personalities who relations, and increasing development cooperation. have supported and encouraged the development of Current and well-researched analyses form the basis the Social Market Economy. Since 2001, our DenkT@g of our political activities. The Academy in Berlin is our competition has awarded websites in which young forum for dialogue on issues shaping our future – people confront issues surrounding the Holocaust and from politics and the economy to religion, society, Nazi dictatorship, right-wing extremism, xenophobia, and science. intolerance, and violence.

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Events 1,560 newly digitised Participants 100,359 16,000 382,000 17,500 Locations in Germany 425 Photographs Database accesses Linear Metres in the Image Archive of Acquired Files 22 The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung

Our 2017 Laureates

Literary Award The author Michael Köhlmeier received the Literary Award of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung at a cere- mony in . Our former Chairman, Hans-Gert Pöttering, praised the author as an accomplished narrator of European history and an important German Local Journalism Prize emissary of the Western cultural tradition. The laud- The winner of the 2016 prize was the Landeszeitung atory speaker, Professor Aleida Assmann, a cultural für die Lüneburger Heide, which stood out among scholar at the University of Constance and recipient the 335 candidates with its cross-media project of the 2018 Peace Prize of the German Book Trade, Aufwachsen als Flüchtlingskind (Growing up as a Refu- acknowledged Köhlmeier’s creative and visionary gee Child). The award ceremony took place in October narratives in the age of information. The author 2017, as is the tradition, at the editorial office of the expressed his thanks with an acceptance speech, winner, this time in the Libeskind Building in Lüne- in which he referred to his father, also an author, burg. In his ceremonial speech, Jochen Wegner, voted and the power of storytelling. 2016 “Editor-in-Chief of the Year”, referred to the Departments newspaper’s local journalism as “excellent” and con- www.kas.de/literaturpreis gratulated the winner by saying, “You are where we all want to be”. A total of eleven outstanding achieve- of the Konrad- ments were honoured, including three Social Market Economy Prize voluntary activities. The foundation awarded the Nationaler Normenkon- Adenauer-Stiftung trollrat (National Regulatory Control Council) with www.kas.de/lokaljournalistenpreis the Social Market Economy Prize in December 2017 at the Haus der Deutschen Wirtschaft in Berlin. The DenkT@g council and its members have provided an outstand- Every two years since 2001, the foundation has held ing service by reducing unnecessary bureaucracy DenkT@g, a nationwide Internet competition. It calls and increasing efficiency, thereby broadening public upon young people aged 16 to 22 to present texts, support for the social market economy. Keynote research papers, interviews, and other projects speaker Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer, former Prime that address the topics of the Holocaust and Nazi Minister of the State of Saarland and current Secre- dictatorship, as well as current issues such as right- tary General of the Christian Democratic Union of wing extremism, xenophobia, and anti-Semitism in Germany, and laudatory speaker Eric Schweitzer, our society. These contributions are then creatively President of the Association of German Chambers prepared and edited to meet the requirements of of Industry and Commerce, both paid tribute to the a website. This 10th edition of the competition, in award winner. which over 10,000 young people have participated since 2001, runs until 31 October 2018. www.kas.de/preis-soziale-marktwirtschaft www.denktag.de 24 Departments of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Departments of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung 25

European and International Cooperation For Democracy and Human Rights Worldwide

The Department of European and International Cooperation advocates democracy, the rule of law, human rights, and the social market economy world- wide. Particular emphasis in these efforts is given to the promotion of European unity, strengthening democratic parties around the world, and bolstering transatlantic relations, as well as supporting interna- tional cooperation in the areas of migration, energy, and development policies. The area of security policy has become increasingly significant, especially with respect to European security strategies, counter-­ terrorism measures, cybercrime, international organ- ized crime, and nuclear disarmament. In 2017, our Digital Disinformation work was influenced by such issues as the German federal election, the resolve of the new French presi- The debate concerning the influence of digital com- dent in support of the European Union, ’s “New munication on political and societal discussion took Silk Road” expansion project, the worsening political on added significance in the wake of the American­ situation in Venezuela, the violent repression of the elections and the run-up to the German federal elec- opposition in Tanzania, and the conflict in Syria. tion. The resulting increased demand for regulation, however, has to be evaluated in relation to its impact on freedom of speech and the press. In this context our Washington office together with the Atlantic Council organized the #DisInfoWeek in June 2017. The event focused on the challenges posed by disin- formation and featured Madeleine Albright, Francis Fukuyama, and David McAllister. The concern that the new German regulation against hate speech and fake news (Netzwerkdurchsetzungsgesetz) will provide more of an incentive to delete suspicious content rather than to defend freedom of speech was a mat- ter discussed by ,­ a member of the German , in November at a symposium of the Forum Media and Development. This discus- sion will be continued in 2018 by the international network of the foundation’s offices and our partners. www.kas.de/eiz 26 Departments of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Departments of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung 27

Academic Promotion and Culture The German government’s cybersecurity strategy was explained to our scholarship holders during a The Heart of our visit to the German Ministry of the Interior. Among other things, this strategy includes the mandate of Breeding Ground for Talent the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) to Cybersecurity – determine and monitor general regulations on cyber- How Well are We Protected? security for those operating critical infrastructures.

The topic of digitalisation has long since found its place In describing the responsibilities of his agency, BSI in all areas of our seminar programme. In 2017, one of President Arne Schönbohm stated that the BSI had these seminars dealt with the issue of digital security. developed a best practice strategy with respect to IT Our 2017 motto, “With Confidence into the Future”, security. Should a company come under attack and also served as a leitmotif of our Academic Promotion “IT security is the seatbelt of the digital economy”, then file a report with the BSI, the agency would be Department. In response to recent populist attacks said former scholarship holder Barbara Engels of the able to inform other vulnerable companies. on democracy, we have initiated numerous semi- German Economic Institute (IW) in Cologne. A hacker nars on the foundations and future of the free and attack, she added, can often result in major economic Katharina Mosene of the association Deutschland ­democratic state governed by the rule of law, as well consequences, for example, by causing damage to a sicher im Netz e. V. (Germany – Safety Online), as offering an appropriate response to populism. company’s image. explained how private individuals can protect them- selves from cyberattacks. She recommends the Our programme to promote young journalists mnemotechnic verse method to create secure pass- reported live from the Global Investigative Journalism The 2017/2018 Winter semester began with the words. Take a sentence like “I have 2 cats, Tom and Conference in South Africa, the largest international post-graduate research programme entitled “Security Jerry, who caught 3 mice today!”, and use only the meeting for journalistic research. and Development in the 21st Century,” which was con- first characters: “Ih2c,TaJ,wc3mt!”. After all, Internet ducted by our Deputy Chairperson, Professor Beate security can only be achieved by the strict observance Neuss. The goal of the course is to reconcile security of simple rules. and development policy perspectives, to analyse current global challenges, and to develop approaches towards possible solutions and strategies to overcome complex conflict and crisis situations.

The Culture Department provided artistic highlights with an homage to Ingvild Goetz and the awarding of our literary prize to Michael Köhlmeier. In addition, the EHF 2010 programme, which promotes talented artists, continued its successful work with a solo exhibition by Oskar Schmidt.

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Politics and Consulting Digitisation of the Electoral and Polling Archives of the Empirical Social General Policy Department Research Division and Think Tank Since the 1970s, the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung has conducted its own surveys and provided election analyses. The necessary documents and records to utilize the surveys (questionnaires, codebooks, documentation, and analyses) are being archived and digitised in a standardized form that will facilitate the The Department of Politics and Consulting offers permanent use of this material. The same methods analysis and consulting services aimed at a politically are being applied to election reports and surveys interested public as well as political decision-makers. compiled by external institutes. The project began its Its staff also functions as contact persons with respect work in November 2015 and should be completed to the various themes examined by the department, by the end of 2018. An external service provider was both to the colleagues of the Konrad-Adenauer-­ contracted to scan the paper documents. Stiftung and, especially, external parties, keen to take advantage of the foundation’s services. In addition The evaluation and editing of the scanned results to established themes from the spheres of social (error checks, assessment of the scans) is currently policy, empirical social research, and party research, being done by student assistants of the Department as well as education, religion, and economic policy, of Politics and Consulting. the department is addressing important new subject

areas. These include, in particular, questions on the consequences of developments in the field of artificial intelligence and of digitalisation. Furthermore, the department has published a number of outstanding studies, including empirical analyses of the 2017 German federal election and four German state elections, as well as the study Aufstieg heute – mehr als Arbeit und Einkommen (available only in German) dealing with the self-perception of social mobility.

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References and Research Services Archives of Christian-Democratic Politics

The safeguarding of archival materials and their scientific study are traditional tasks of an archive. In addition to these duties, the Department of References and Research Services also promotes research into the Christian Democratic movement. The department offers publication opportunities and provides stimulation for university research initiatives through an Internet portal operated by its Contemporary History Division that focuses on In addition, it provides services to the other depart- Konrad Adenauer and the history of the CDU, as ments of the foundation, in particular, through its well as with its journals Forschungen und Quellen zur library, archives, and media analyses. In 2017, the Zeitgeschichte and Historisch-Politischen Mitteilungen department focused on marking the 50th anniversary (available only in German). of the death of Konrad Adenauer with numerous events, publications, and an exhibition. Our Archive is Becoming Digital

As part of the “WD/ACDP Digital” project, which has The project will be completed with a non-site-specific been underway since 2016, previously analogue work digital reading room and the possibility of a unified processes have been adapted to meet the needs of search across all of the specialist systems within the a digital age. Additionally, scanners for various paper References and Research Services/Archives of Chris- sizes and types of document are currently being tian-Democratic Politics. purchased for the purpose of retro-digitisation. These scanners will be incorporated into scanning facilities The contemporary history Internet portals on Konrad­ with an integrated workflow. The procurement of an Adenauer, the history of the CDU, and archival system capable of archiving genuine digital have developed into a significant source and reposi­ documents is now in the implementation stage. Our tory of materials for scholarly and political educa- archives of written documents, media archives, and tional activities. the library are pressing ahead with the digitisation of documents, images, and library collections that are exclusively in the possession of the foundation.

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Civic Education In the Service of Democracy

Current domestic and foreign policy challenges are increasing both in intensity and dynamism. The Civic Education Department listens to citizens. It provides them with information and offers orientation in order to facilitate their empowerment.

The Civic Education Department has a real impact because it is situated in a strategic position within the overall context of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung and it stimulates exchange with the other departments of the foundation. It is open to topical dialogue while always being anchored in the Christian Democratic tradition. Digitalisation Can Be Observed The quality of civic education originates from the at Many Levels formats that meet the needs of topicality and discus- sion. This ensures authenticity and intensity during We see a great increase in attempts to evidently steer, Online services offer a great opportunity to enhance the exchange of views at multi-day events. Ongoing launch, and, in particular, to manipulate the direction coverage of the foundation’s central issues. In addi- digitalisation in Civic Education has provided a clear of political debates by means of digital technology. tion, new thematic areas are conceived each year. impulse in 2017, as Adenauer Campus and Politsnack Through its events, the Civic Education Department have demonstrated the success of the digital format. aims to raise awareness of these methods and of pos- sible countermeasures. It offers special programmes Civic education strengthens democracy and secures in media skills to young people, encouraging them its future. to take a careful approach towards the Internet and social networks.

Digitalisation, in the sense of a transformation towards electronically assisted processes through information and communication technology, is a central issue in many policy areas: As such, workplace organisations, educational services, public services, and, not least of all, management and administration structures are being profoundly altered. The Civic Education Department provides information on all these processes and enables citizens to understand these changes and to take advantage of the opportu- nities they pose. www.kas.de/politische-bildung 34 Departments of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Departments of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung 35

Communication Important Online Communication Channel Increasing our Visibility on a Solid Footing for the Future Since 2017, the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung has responded to ongoing digitalisation by modernizing its most important digital communication channel. Its website kas.de has been made fit for the future, With its management and coordination of events, given a new optical design, and expanded with publications, and the media marketing of various numerous functions and improvements. In a num- events and services offered by the foundation, the ber of progressive steps, the web content offered Communication Department, in close cooperation by the foundation will be restructured in the coming with all of the other departments, makes an essential years. A first version will be released in the fourth contribution to the visibility of the Konrad-Adenauer-­ quarter of 2018. Stiftung both at home and abroad. At the same time and together with the Academy, it oversees the foun- The changes mean many improvements, especially dation’s forum for dialogue between society, politics, for the users. The new, fresh layout will make our culture, science, and business throughout Germany. content more attractive, the orientation on the website will be simplified through improved visual This year’s leitmotif “With Confidence into the Future” elements and, in particular, thanks to a redesigned has been communicated internally and externally search function. The complete range of content will through the department’s support of numerous also be optimized for mobile use. Starting in autumn individual events and publications. In particular, the 2018, further important upgrades will follow. These journal Die Politische Meinung (available only in Ger- include customisation and also an online payment man) has taken action to encourage the courage and function for events or seminar registration. confidence needed to shape the future, especially with its editions Demokratie – Vertrauen in die Zukunft (Democracy – Confidence in the Future),Draußen im Lande – neue Gegensätze zwischen Land und Stadt? (Out in the Countryside – New Contrasts between Rural and Urban Areas?), and Neue Technologien – noch menschlich? (New Technologies – Are they still Human?).

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Capital Account

Annual Accounts as of December 31, 2016

Assets December 31, 2016 December 31, 2015 € Thousand €

A. Fixed assets Intangible assets 321,822.00 255 Property, plant and equipment 23,482,783.78 21,574 Financial assets 12,004,193.63 12,332 B. Special assets 6,595,299.18 6,573 C. Current assets Inventories 55,779.60 44 Names, Receivables and other current assets 3,302,071.19 4,384 Cash at banks and on hand 12,917,203.25 15,935 Facts, D. Prepaid expenses 229,876.40 222 Annual Balance sum 58,909,029.03 61,319 Accounts Liabilities December 31, 2016 December 31, 2015 € Thousand €

A. Own funds 5,285,058.92 5,242 B. Reserves 1,491,185.80 1,099 C. Earnmarked funds 1,918,543.30 1,908 D. Subsidies for asset financing 35,541,778.99 33,880 E. Other liabilities 10,370,231.02 12,161 F. Deferred income 4,302,231.00 7,029

Balance sum 58,909,029.03 61,319

These annual accounts were audited and certified by the BDO AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft.

The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung e. V. publishes its balance sheet, a statement of income and expenses, as well as the complete certificate of the auditor in both the annual financial statement of the foundation and in the electronic Federal Gazette on the Internet (www.ebundesanzeiger.de). 38 Names, Facts, Annual Accounts Names, Facts, Annual Accounts 39

Income Statement/ Annual Accounts as of December 31, 2016 Overview Expenditure Account Expected Income and Expenses

Grants and subsidies December 31, 2016 December 31, 2015 € Thousand € Federal government grants 159,147,940.30 147,440 Income 2018 (target)* 2017 (target) State and municipal grants 2,779,905.69 2,600 Thousand € Thousand € Other grants 4,533,211.97 4,930 Grants and subsidies 166,461,057.96 154,970 Federal government 171,817 170,832

Income from funds 274,326.81 557 State governments 3,018 2,601 Other 5,290 6,017 Donations 981,551.01 739 180,125 179,450 Membership fees 2,004,316.04 1,933 Other income 1,384,281.85 1,975 Funds/Donations 299 426 Project expenses Registration fees 1,487 1,457 International cooperation 88,684,982.16 81,938 Other revenues 1,165 741 Student and graduate scholarships 23,549,762.47 22,836 Congresses, meetings, and seminars 6,235,092.97 6,016 Total income 183,076 182,074 Exhibitions and publications 1,423,154.43 1,606 Research expenses 343,698.65 285 Expenses 2018 (target)* 2017 (target) Other project expenses 1,260,324.77 1,532 Thousand € Thousand € 121,497,015.45 114,213 Project expenditures Student and graduate scholarships 25,160 25,188 Fund expenses 211,976.14 407 Congresses and seminars 5,519 5,360 Personnel expenses 34,045,503.13 32,491 International cooperation 94,439 95,087 Administrative expenses 11,956,735.63 10,739 Publications/exhibitions 1,348 1,201 Expenses for investment and other financing 1,751,607.90 712 Research expenses 470 189 Grants to other foundations 963,000.00 931 Support of art and culture 352 346 Other expenses 241,426.59 98 Other project expenses 623 733 Depreciation on property, plant and equipment 13,503.00 14 127,911 128,104 Expense/revenue surplus 424,765.83 569

Withdrawals from reserves 490,094.25 15 Personnel expenditures (within Germany) 39,026 36,674 Allocations to reserves 896,295.76 562 Administrative expenditures Net income 18,564.32 22 Business needs 2,773 2,625 Building expenditures 4,708 5,036 Other administrative expenditures 2,512 3,867 In line with the recommendations of the commission of independent The size and nature of the management, consisting of members experts appointed by the German President from February 17, 1993, of the German Bundestag, state parliaments, federal or state govern- Sales merchandise 1 1 we hereby publish in the supplement to the preceding annual financial­ ments, party executives at the federal or state level, and the European 9,994 11,529 statement the following for the fiscal year 2016: Parliament, was:

Size of personnel in comparison with previous year The Board of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Other expenditures 1,825 2,655 with a total of 23 members* (22 members, 1 Honorary Chair) are: Expenditures on investments 4,320 3,112 Status December 31, 2016 December 31, 2015 1 Federal Chancellor Personnel in Germany 547 521 1 President of the German Bundestag Total expenses 183,076 182,074 Personnel abroad 100 101 6 Members of the German Bundestag 6 Members of the federal party executive Total 647 622 15 without any of the above mentioned executive functions Trainees 11 16 * Budget for 2018. Last amended: September 26, 2017 * Some members perform more than one executive function. 40 Names, Facts, Annual Accounts Names, Facts, Annual Accounts 41

Joint Declaration Board of Directors of the on State Funding Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung e. V. of Political Foundations

Chairman Treasurer The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, Friedrich-Ebert- Prof. Dr. Norbert Lammert Dr. Franz Schoser Stiftung, Friedrich-Naumann-Stiftung, Hanns-Seidel- Former President of the Stiftung and the Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung are the politi­ German Bundestag cal foundations that are associated with the major German parties, the Christian Democratic Union, the ›› promoting culture and the arts through events, Social Democratic Party, the Free Democratic Party, scholarships and restoring cultural artifacts; the Christian Social Union in Bavaria and Alliance 90/The Greens, respectively. ›› supporting the goal of European unity and contrib- uting to a greater understanding among peoples Honorary Chairman Secretary General Their goal, as established in their statutes, is to through information and international exchanges; Prof. Dr. Bernhard Vogel Michael Thielen con-tribute to the future of our commonwealth. Former Minister President They work on civic education projects focused on ›› providing development aid through programmes social policy and democracy, and on providing and projects, and contributing to the establishment information and political consulting at home and of democratic and free structures that adhere to abroad. These activities are based on the principles the rule of law and respect human and civil rights. of a liberal and democratic order, and adhere to the principles of solidarity, subsidiarity, and mutual It is self-evident that the political foundations utilise tolerance. They in particular focus on: their resources in the most effective and transparent Deputy Chairpersons manner. The political foundations are committed Hermann Gröhe ›› inspiring people to get involved in political issues, to informing the public on their activities and the Member of the German Bundestag, as well as promoting and expanding their interest utilisation of their finances, thus strengthening public Former Federal Minister, in civic engagement through civic education; confidence in their work. Deputy Chairman of the CDU/ CSU­ Parliamentary Group in the ›› providing guidelines to take action in politics This is also one of the reasons the political founda- German Bundestag through the promotion of academic and political­ tions have agreed to follow the recommendations research and consulting, as well as enriching the of a commission of independent experts appointed dialogue and transfer of knowledge between by the Federal President without even waiting for Hildigund Neubert academics, politicians, and representatives of potential legislative action. This joint declaration lays Former State Secretary the government and business; out the understanding of their mission, in particular in regards to the public financing of their work and ›› researching the history and evolution of political accountability to the public. parties as well as of political and social movements;

›› promoting academic training and continuing edu- www.kas.de/gemeinsame_erklaerung cation for gifted young people through fellowships Prof. Dr. Beate Neuss and extracurricular programmes; Professor of International Politics at the Chemnitz University of Technology 42 Names, Facts, Annual Accounts Names, Facts, Annual Accounts 43

Members of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung e. V.

Board Members Dr. Angela Merkel Dr. Patrick Adenauer Hermann Gröhe Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer Member of the German Bundestag, Entrepreneur Member of the German Bundestag, Former Minister President, Former Minister President, Federal Chancellor, Former Federal Minister, Secretary General of the Christian Vice President Governmental Chair of the Christian Democratic Deputy Chairman of the Democratic Union of Germany Affairs Magna Europe GmbH Union of Germany Former Parliamentary State CDU/CSU Parliamentary Group Secretary, Chairman of the in the German Bundestag Dr. Hermann Kues Otto Bernhardt Hildegard Müller Hermann-Ehlers-Stiftung e. V. Former Parliamentary Former Parliamentary Former Minister of State, Prof. Dr. Stefan W. Hell State Secretary State Secretary, Chief Operating Officer Grid & , MEP Director of the Max Planck Chairman of the Hermann- ­ Infrastructure of Innogy Former Chairman of the Institute for Biophysical Prof. Dr. Norbert Lammert Ehlers-Stiftung e. V. Committee Chemistry in Göttingen Former President of the Prof. Dr. Andreas Rödder on Foreign Affairs German Bundestag Tanja Gönner Professor of Contemporary Chair of the Management Board of History at the Johannes Gutenberg Emine Demirbüken-Wegner Member of the German Bundestag, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Inter- University Mainz Former State Secretary Chairman of the Christian Member of the European nationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) Democratic Union/Christian Parliament, Prof. Dr. Jürgen Rüttgers Social Union (CDU/CSU) Member of the Committee on Michael Grosse-Brömer, Former Minister President Former Mayor of Berlin Parliamentary Group Economic and Monetary Affairs (co-opted member) of the European Parliament Member of the German Dr. Wolfgang Schüssel Steffen Flath Bundestag, (co-opted member) Former Minister of State, Former Minister of State, First Secretary of the CDU/ CSU Former Federal Chancellor Former Chairman of the CDU Manager for Global External Affairs Member of the Landtag Parliamentary Group in of the Republic of Austria Parliamentary Group in the und Public Policy at Daimler AG of North Rhine-, the German Bundestag Landtag of the Free State of Minister President of Prof. Dr. Dr. Thomas Sternberg Freya Klier North Rhine-Westphalia Prof. Dr. Hans Walter Hütter President of the Central Author and Director President of the Stiftung Committee of German Catholics Prof. Dr. Haus der Geschichte der Member of the European Julia Klöckner Former Advocate General at Bundesrepublik Deutschland Dr. Parliament, Federal Minister for the European Court of Justice Member of the German Bundestag, Member of the CDU/CSU Food and Agriculture Volker Kauder Parliamentary State Secretary Parliamentary Group in Christine Lieberknecht Member of the German Bundestag, the European Parliament Prof. Dr. Marianne Kneuer Member of the Landtag Chairman of the CDU/CSU Klaus Welle Professor for Political Science of , Parliamentary Group in the Secretary General of the European Dr. Reinhard Göhner at the University of Hildesheim Former Minister President German Bundestag Parliament Former Parliamentary State Secretary David James McAllister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer Prof. Dr. Birgitta Wolff Former Minister President Member of the European (co-opted member) President of the Goethe University Tanja Gönner Parliament, Former Minister President, Frankfurt am Main Chair of the Management Board Brigitta Kögler Former Minister President, General Secretary of the Christian of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Lawyer Chair of the European Parliament Democratic Union of Germany Internationale Zusammenarbeit Foreign Affairs Committee Last amended: March 2018 (GIZ) 44 Names, Facts, Annual Accounts Names, Facts, Annual Accounts 45

Board of Trustees of the Dr. Angela Merkel Dr. Hans-Gert Pöttering Josef Schuster Member of the German Bundestag, Former President of the President of the Central Council Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung e. V. Federal Chancellor, European Parliament, of Jews in Germany (ZdJ) Chair of the Christian Democratic Commissioner for European Union of Germany Affairs of the Konrad- ­Adenauer-Stiftung e. V. Member of the German Bundestag, Hildegard Müller Federal Minister of Health In 1999, the Board of Directors of the Konrad-­ Former Minister of State, Peter Radunski Adenauer-Stiftung e. V. established a Board of Chief Operating Officer Grid & Former Senator Dr. Peter Tauber Trustees – a body that has supported and guided Infrastructure of Innogy Member of the German Bundestag, the work of the foundation since the year 2000 in Parliamentary State Secretary an advisory role. Somewhat akin to a seismograph, Prof. Dr. Adolf Muschg Chief Executive Officer its particular task is to indicate and point out im­­ Author of the German Association Düzen Tekkal portant trends affecting society as a whole. of Local Utilities (VKU) Journalist and Author Hildigund Neubert At a time of great upheavals, in which we encounter Former State Secretary Herbert Reul Dr. Johannes von Thadden constant change and the ongoing process of glo- North Rhine-Westphalia State Member of the Executive balisation, orientation is more important than ever. Minister for Internal Affairs Committee of Airbus DS GmbH The major developments occurring in science, tech- Former Minister of State nology, the media, and culture call for a far-sighted, Prof. Dr. Dr. h. c. mult. Prof. Dr. Bernhard Vogel trendsetting, and, above all, timely strategy to deal Prof. Dr. Beate Neuss Former Minister President, with the new challenges facing politics, to which the Professor of International Former Federal Minister, Honorary Chairman of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung­ must be ready and willing Politics at the Chemnitz President of the German Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung e. V. to respond. University of Technology Parliamentary Union Prof. Dr. Johanna Wanka The Board of Trustees is made up of individuals from Dr. Norbert Röttgen Former Federal Minister politics, society, science, and culture. The composi- Former Chair of the Committee Member of the German Bundestag, tion of this body, which includes members from var- on Culture, Youth, Education, the Former Federal Minister, Klaus Welle ious spheres of society, has been viewed as a matter Media and Sport of the European Chair of the Foreign Affairs Com- Secretary General of the of great importance by the foundation. The goal is to Parliament mittee of the German Bundestag European Parliament achieve an even greater interconnection of incentives and ideas from science and society. Dr. Wolfgang Peiner Adolf Roth Former Senator Former Chair of the Budget Com- Member of the German Bundestag, Dr. Wolfgang Schüssel mittee of the German Bundestag Federal Chairman of the Chairman of the Board Junge Union Deutschlands of Trustees of the Konrad-­ Former Minister of State Adenauer-Stiftung e. V., Chairman of the Stiftung Former Federal Chancellor Christlich-Soziale Politik (CSP) of the Republic of Austria Former Federal Minister, Member of the Management Jörg Schönbohm Board for Infrastructure, Former Interior Minister and Deutsche Bahn AG former Deputy Minister President

Ruprecht Polenz Dr. Franz Schoser Former Chair of the Committee Treasurer of the Konrad- on Foreign Affairs of the German Adenauer-Stiftung e. V. Bundestag Last amended: March 2018 46 Names, Facts, Annual Accounts Names, Facts, Annual Accounts 47

The Villa La Collina in Cadenabbia

Prof. Monika Grütters Prof. Dr. h. c. Klaus-Peter Müller Prof. Dr. med. Dr. h. c. A Conference Venue and Vacation Member of the German Bundestag, Chairman of the Supervisory Volker Schumpelick Minister of State for Culture Board of Commerzbank AG Former Director of the Resort Rooted in History and Media Chirurgische Klinik und Poliklinik Prof. Dr. Ursula Münch Uniklinik RWTH Aachen Elke Hannack Director of the Akademie für Deputy Chair of the German Politische Bildung in Tutzing Armin Staigis Discover the advantages of holding a conference The atmosphere is unique, the excursion possibilities Trade Union Confederation (DGB) Former Brigadier General, at this exceptionally beautiful resort on Lake are many, and the boccia courts on the grounds of Hartmut Nassauer Former Vice President of BAKS Como. Or enjoy a vacation at Konrad Adenauer’s the villa provide an enticing opportunity to discover Prof. Dr. Dres. h. c. Paul Kirchhof Former Minister e. V., Chairman of the Alumni & holiday residence of many years. Awaiting you are Konrad Adenauer’s favourite sport. The garden swim- Former Judge in the Federal Friends Association of the Federal 34 guest rooms in two facilities, conference rooms ming pool offers cool refreshment and the menu of Constitutional Court of Germany Dr. h. c. Klaus D. Naumann Academy for Security Policy accommo­dating up to 60 persons, a restaurant, its delicious Italian kitchen is guaranteed to bolster Former General two boccia courts, a garden swimming pool, and one’s physical and mental well-being. Charlotte Knobloch Prof. Dr. h. c. Dieter Stolte a 27,000 square meter large magnificently well- President of the Israelitische Prof. Dr. Sönke Neitzel Former ZDF General Director groomed park. Kultusgemeinde München Professor of War Studies at und Oberbayern K. d. ö. R., the University of Potsdam Prof. Dr. Dr. h. c. Horst Teltschik From 1959 onwards, the first German Chancellor regu­ Former President of Central Former Deputy Head of larly spent his holidays at the Villa La Collina, which Council of Jews in Germany Prof. Dr. Ursula Nothelle-Wildfeuer the Chancellory was built in 1899. The property lies on a hill with a K.­ d. ö. R., Commissioner for Professor of Practical Theology spectacular view of Lake Como. In the immediate sur- Holocaust Memory of the at the Albert-Ludwigs-Universität, roundings, one can marvel at the picturesque village World Jewish Congress Freiburg Former Minister President of Bellagio and the mountainous Graubünden region. In 1977, the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung purchased the Roland Koch Helma Orosz Christa Thoben vacation residence and, since then, the obligations of Former Minister President Former State Minister, Former State Minister historical preservation are combined with the oppor- Former Mayor tunity of continuing Adenauer’s work and influence in Prof. Dr. Horst Köhler Prof. Dr. Bernhard Vogel a setting that facilitates inner reflection and intensive Former Aygül Özkan Former Minister President, discussions like no other. As a European meeting Former Minister Honorary Chairman of the point, an international conference centre for specia­ You can find numerous photos, a short film, and a Dr. Gisela Meister-Scheufelen Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung e. V. list discussion panels, and, not least, as a creative great deal more information, in English as well as in Former State Secretary Dr. Stephan Schaede workshop for writers and artists, the Villa La Collina Italian, on our web site: Director of the Evangelische has long since become an indispensable part of the www.villalacollina.com Klaus Mertes S. J. Akademie Loccum Former President of Germany Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung. Director of the International Your German-speaking contact partners at the Jesuit Kolleg St. Blasien Prof. Dr. The Villa and the Accademia can also be booked by Villa La Collina are: Former Federal Minister clubs, associations, and business enterprises as a Managing Director: Heiner Enterich location for exclusive meetings or conferences. What Office: Martina Süßmann, Marinella Galli, is more, the extraordinary atmosphere of the Villa Nicoletta Canzani La Collina makes it an ideal location to spend a few days to enjoy a private vacation or to celebrate a Phone +39 034 / 444 111 festive event. Fax +39 034 / 441 058 Last amended: March 2018 [email protected] 48 Names, Facts, Annual Accounts Publication Information 49

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