Annual Report 2019

Schwarzkopf Foundation Annual Report 2019

Contents

2 Foreword

André Schmitz-Schwarzkopf, Chairman of the Board Anne Rolvering, Executive Director of the Schwarzkopf Foundation

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Our foundation and our new programme line

10 Discovering Europe

Seminars and travel grants

24 Discussing Europe

Discussion events in Berlin

34 shaping europe

European Youth Parliament

44 Celebrating Europe

Awards and celebrations

52 Organisation & transparency Dear Friends of Europe,

The Schwarzkopf Foundation Young Europe was founded in 1971 to learn from the lessons of National Socialism. Aware of the horrors of war and the consequences of racist ideologies, our founder – Pauline Schwarzkopf – developed the Foundation’s main goal: to promote a better understanding between young people of different nationali- ties, cultures and religions in Europe. As such, we see it as our task to strengthen the European Union’s founding idea – unity in diversity.

The idea of a pluralistic Europe is being attacked once more. Instead of unity in diversity, nationalist forces in particular are increasingly demanding for a Europe that excludes migrants, Muslims and other minorities. But the conceptualisation of a homogeneous Europe is both unhistorical and dangerous. Even before the European Union was founded, migration and religious diversity were integral to the continent. In some areas, for example, Muslims have been part of the population for centuries and have had decisive influences on architec- ture, economy and science, and thus, on European history. Promoting a better understanding of Europe’s diversity is what we at the Schwarz- kopf Foundation are committed to do.

The aim of a plural, open society must be to give everyone the same chance, visibility, recognition and acceptance. There is still much to be done in this respect. As is so often the case, hope lies with the next generation. Young people consider plurality to be a given. They should be encouraged to work together so that the future of Europe can be peaceful and pluralistic. These are the aims of the “Young Islam Con- ference” project, which we welcomed in October as a new programme line. Young people from different religious and cultural backgrounds can come together to discuss and answer questions on multi-faceted coexistence as well as share their pro-pluralistic attitudes with the outside world. With this project and with our work, we look forward to standing up together for a Europe in which religious as well as every other form of diversity is widely accepted.

In this sense – Vive l’Europe!

Yours,

André Schmitz-Schwarzkopf Chairman of the Board Schwarzkopf Foundation Young Europe Foreword

Dear readers,

What does coexistence in a plural, open, democratic European society look like? This question was at the heart of many dialogues, discussion events, conferences, roundtables, simulations, training sessions, scholarships and seminars that the Schwarzkopf Foundation conducted in 2019 with about 50,000 young Europeans.

We discussed this question in the context of a very exciting and event- ful year for European policy and engagement. For our work, the first half of the year was marked by the 2019 European elections with many discussion events, participation dialogues and courses on understanding Europe with the aim of getting more young people to vote. Voter turnout was encouragingly high, and the results of the Eurobarome- ter survey show that this increase was mainly driven by the younger generation in the EU. Young Europeans under 25 years of age (+14 percentage points) and 25-39-year-olds (+12 points) participated more frequently than ever before. Although most young Europeans do not see themselves sufficiently represented by the European Parliament and consider the European elections to be ‘second-class’ elections, they still feel very much attached to Europe. Approval of the European Union, especially among young Europeans, is pleasingly high, and they are the group with the strongest feeling of European citizenship. This positive attitude is encouraging.

Despite this increased voter turnout and the increasing politicisation of young people, we have observed that young people often do not feel addressed by party politics. The Shell Youth Study, published in 2019, no longer speaks only of young people’s party disenchantment, but also of party rejection. Unfortunately, only those who are already politically interested participate in most political movements. This loss of confidence in party democracy and the “silent third” will impact our Foundation in the years to come in terms of our formats and what educational programmes we offer. Together with you, we would like to strengthen opportunities for young people to be engaged in political processes and to further develop their interests in and understanding of how to be involved in both political and public spheres.

I would like to thank all our partners for their wonderful cooperation, without which our work would not be possible, as well as all of the young people who are committed to taking part in classroom discussions, events and projects in order to support a democratic, peaceful and sustainable Europe.

Yours truly,

Anne Rolvering Executive Director of the Schwarzkopf Foundation

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6 Annual Report 2019 Our foundation

Get to know us

The non-partisan Schwarzkopf Foundation Young Europe As part of these activities, young people can experience was founded by Pauline Schwarzkopf in 1971 in Hamburg. politics and directly participate in exchanges with The foundation’s mission is to empower young people ambassadors, ministers, journalists, EU parliamentarians, from all backgrounds to be active European citizens who EU commissioners, prime ministers, scientists, contempo- contribute to a pluralistic, democratic society through their rary witnesses and artists. engagement and opinions, leading to mutual understanding, solidarity and peaceful collaboration across Europe. In addition, we award travel grants and annual awards, including the “Young European of the Year,” the “Schwarzkopf Our aim is for young people between the ages of 16 and 28 Europe Award,” and the “Margot Friedländer Award.” to develop dialogues with leading figures from the worlds of politics, the economy and culture. We provide young people Finally, since 2004, the European Youth Parliament has with information about decision-making processes in been a project of the Schwarzkopf Foundation and supports Europe and make these processes visible and tangible, and Europe-wide dialogue between young people. In 2019, therefore beneficial to their education. We discuss European we welcomed our new programme line, Young Islam political and social topics that are important and relevant to Conference, which brings young people with different young people and, in so doing, aim to offer them the chance religious and cultural backgrounds together to contribute to engage in European thinking and understanding. to a peaceful, pluralistic society.

Our areas of focus: Get to know us and become part of our network of young Europeans working to create a strong and vivid civil society! Education on democratic citizenship Taking a European angle For more information: Reflecting on the diversity of Europe

www.schwarzkopf-stiftung.de Our main goal is to support young people’s development into politically aware and responsible individuals with the objective of strengthening the European idea, European understanding and combating right-wing extremism, racism facebook.com/schwarzkopf.stiftung and anti-Semitism.

To meet this goal, we organise discussion events, semi- instagram.com/schwarzkopfstiftung nars, dialogue platforms and debates. We visit embassies, exhibitions and reach out to pupils and students through our EU-Crash Courses, Asylum Courses and Media Courses. twitter.com/SchwarzkopfStfg

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2019 in numbers 2,000,000 budget

over over over 40,000 57 50 participants travel grants cooperation partners

activities in over 40 100 4 countries EYP training programme events lines

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2,000,000 40 3 10 budget national member awards to years of organisations civically-engaged Understanding Europe for the EYP Europeans in the classroom

over 50 4,000 4 1,500 cooperation active European Election hours of dialogue partners volunteers Dialogues with MEPs in schools and the State Secretary for the European Union

over over 4 70 280 1 programme discussion young new lines events trainers programme line

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What we’ve done so far 16 regional conferences in 4 states in Germany 8 federal conferences

over 100 speakers

over 750 young participants in all federal states 35 articles from our network on the JIK blog 2 movies on the topics of dicrimination and diversity 10 dialogue meetings between journalists and JIK participants

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Young Islam Conference

Introducing our new programme line

WHO WE ARE: The Young Islam Conference (Junge Islam Konferenz, JIK) is a dialogue platform for young people that focuses on Islam and Muslim life in Germany and Europe. We are open to all 17 to 25-year-olds in Germany regardless of origin and religiosity, including Muslims and non-Muslims. At our conferences and peer-driven events, we discuss topics such as diversity and promote understanding between people of different religious and cultural backgrounds. Our goal is to empower youth to participate in social and political debates and shape a more inclusive and peaceful society.

Young Islam Conference was founded in 2011 in Berlin as a project of Humboldt University of Berlin and Mercator Foundation. Since October 2019 it is a project of the Schwarzkopf Foundation Young Europe.

What we do: • We organise annual conferences on regional and federal levels in Germany • At events (such as JIK Talks), our young members discuss topics in settings that support public discourse • Conference alumni from the last 8 years are a part of a German-wide network that initiates peer-projects and outreach activities • With media activities, we strengthen young people’s perspectives on Islam and Muslims in Germany #HaltungStattHerkunft by taking part in public discussions

For more information: . www.junge-islam-konferenz.de . facebook.com/jungeislamkonferenz . instagram.com/jungeislamkonferenz

11 Schwarzkopf Foundation Discovering europe The seminar and travel programme

The seminar and travel programme enables young people from diverse backgrounds to experience participatory learning environments across borders, within the classroom, while traveling, and within their own communities. In 2019, awarded travel grants supported young people with fewer opportunities to travel and whose views are often underrepresented. The travel grantees were not only able to travel through Europe, but exchanged knowledge with others, shared their own stories on Europe, and impacted our own understanding.

2019 has been an exciting year as our transnational peer network – Under- standing Europe – turned 10! Our peer trainers engaged in over 1,512 hours of dialogue this year in classrooms all over Europe. In May, we hosted four European Election Dialogues in Barcelona, Essen and Hamburg for first time election voters to discuss their political ideas.

This year, we formed new partnerships with the German National Theater Weimar (bringing EU courses to the stage), the Kreuzberger Kinderstiftung and Haus Rissen (setting up a training for first time election officers). Togeth- er with SPIEGEL, the workshops series Good News! was launched in Novem- ber, and in 2020, a new fellowship programme will provide internships for developing new, diversity-oriented media formats.

Did you meet some of our 57 travel grantees, 282 peer trainers, coordinators or first time election officers this year?

12 Annual Report 2019 1,512 hours of dialogue in the classroom Discovering 282 trainers, coordinators and first time election officers active europe in 15 European countries 57 travel grants for young Europeans travelling to 23 countries, telling their stories on Europe 10 years of bringing Understanding Europe to the classroom 4 European Election dialogues with MEPs and the Secretary of State for the European Union 1 Blue Bear award for the Youth Polling Clerks project 1 Graphic novel on Greece, Europe and feminism

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Happy Birthday, Understanding Europe!

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A growing network of peer educators Since 2009, our peer project Understanding Europe has been Thanks to our growing network of over 280 peer trainers and active in general and vocational schools. Initially started coordinators, and to our cooperation with European Youth to establish a pupil-centred and interactive space for open Parliament (EYP) national committees, the peer teaching dialogue on Europe, the project now fosters central compe- and learning approach has been brought to classrooms in 15 tencies for participation-oriented learning and teaching. European countries, strengthening pluralistic and democratic cultures in educational settings. Understanding Europe turned 10 years old this year and since then it has become clear: exchanges in the classroom, mutual The commitment to making an impact and inspiring civic learning and listening to different views has an impact! Pupils engagement in classroom settings has only been possible not only learn from one another, but the network itself is through the support of our partners and funders, the based on peer coaching and trainings. As such, young people Mercator Foundation and the TUI Foundation on the trans- are part of the design and implementation of projects and national level as well as the federal program “Demokratie have the space to share their political interests. In addition, leben!” (Living Democracy!) of the German Federal Ministry trainers learn how to better “read” and understand diverse for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth, learners from different countries. which supports our inclusive approach and our connecting to schools in regions that are harder to reach.

Learning Opportunities as Peer Educators From 2020 on, we are ready to explore new means to grow network in the last 10 years! Here’s to many more years to as a transnational peer network and to further support youth- come and to the young people who will build new formats, run, independent regional Understanding Europe chapters embrace differences in a pluralistic Europe and strive to make and associations with help from local partners. We would an impact. like to thank everyone who helped shape and develop this

Developing my own ideas within the project framework When I started in 2015, I found the discussions to be more made me grow and learn up to a point where I have now enlightening and the people to be more open-minded. started my own organisation for the support and devel- The mood in the classes is – from my experience – much opment of youth projects in the field of music. This means rougher, much more biased – just the way you can find that I brought all my experience with Understanding Eu- them in the political landscape right now. There is also rope and the European Youth Parliament and implement- space for more monologues.” ed it in my own world - the world of music - which urgently needs new, innovative and fresh ideas.” Mevlüt Özev Alumnus of Understanding Europe Germany Aritz Labrador Odriozola Alumnus of Understanding Europe Spain EYP network member since 2014

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It was a great pleasure for me not only to participate in the official events, but also to discuss with young people what democracy and Europe mean to us today, because Europe is also a lesson from the failure of the Weimar Republic and the National Socialism, and to encourage young people to engage in democracy, and not only to feel represented, but also to do something for it.”

German Chancellor Angela Merkel at our event “Dialograum Demokratie” in Weimar

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Looking back on 2019

Sitting in the classroom with heads of states to discuss Weimar in 1919 / Europe in 2019

What does democracy look like in Europe 100 years after the Before the official ceremony, “100 Years of the Weimar Weimar Constitution? On the occasion of the 100th anniver- Constitution” on the 6th of February, President Frank Walter sary, our project Understanding Europe transformed into Steinmeier and German Chancellor Angela Merkel had “Dialograum Demokratie” (Dialogue Room for Democracy) a discussion with Understanding Europe trainers and pupils at the German National Theater in Weimar for a week. In on lessons from the failure of the Weimar Republic for addition to sharing knowledge, the week on democracy was Europe today and about everyone’s possible contributions about developing ideas for how young people can actively to strengthening democracy. participate in political processes.

President Frank Walter Steinmeier sitting with Understanding Europe trainers and pupils

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Politics without friends isn’t fun and doesn’t work – Europe is a team sport.” Michael Roth, State Minister for Europe in Germany’s Foreign Office

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Raising the voter turnout of young Europeans Youth Polling Clerks and European Election Dialogues

Youth Polling Clerks project wins Three Cities before the European Elections a Blue Bear Award! In April and May 2019, we organised four European Election In the beginning of this election year, we piloted the civic Dialogues in three cities — Barcelona, Essen and Hamburg engagement project Youth Polling Clerks for the first time in — in partnership with the Mercator Foundation and the TUI Berlin, together with the Kreuzberger Kinderstiftung and Foundation. The dialogues were attended by over 350 young Haus Rissen. This project was made possible by our partners, vocational pupils and students discussing their questions and the Mercator Foundation, the Federal Ministry for Family demands for this year’s European election and beyond. Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth and their federal programme “Democracy Living!” as well as the Youth In addition to young people expressing their views and devel- Democracy Fund. oping their ideas on how to get involved, some groups also produced media footage – including movies and interviews Together with our peer trainers, we provided supervision – to circulate. and training for over 50 young Europeans to become first- time polling clerks for the European elections. The training consisted of a day of getting to know the political system of the EU better, including how to get involved and ‘have a say’ in Europe. On the second training day, the trainees learned the practical skills needed to volunteer at polling stations for the elections in May 2019. In May, the project was awarded a Blue Bear by the Senate in Berlin.

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This year, the Schwarzkopf Foundation gave 57 young Europeans the opportunity to explore and experience Europe. For this seminar and travel programme, the Foundation continued its cooperation with the Bundesvereinigung der Deutschen Arbeitgeberverbände (BDA), Deutsche Bahn (DB) and Kreuzberger Kinderstiftung. All project partners selected one or more topics as guidelines for the research to be done by the travel grantees. As such, these partners helped enable young people to explore Europe and exchange ideas with others, gaining new perspectives.

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Travel grants Exploring Europe and shifting perspectives

Roughly 400 applications were received from young Europe- encourage young people with migration histories and experi- ans from all parts of the continent. After selecting the travel ences of discrimination to travel and share their perspectives grantees, we worked closely with them to prepare their jour- on a more inclusive and diverse Europe. neys, narrow down their research topics, and hand in their final reports upon returning home. Outreach to new travel grantees was supported by civil society organisations and migrant organisations all over Europe. This year’s travel grantees represented a wide array of backgrounds, perspectives and home countries. The Schwarz- Among the 57 awardees, 38 were from Germany and 19 kopf Foundation and all project partners chose to focus were from other European countries such as Russia, Turkey, primarily on young people who have not yet been able to France, Finland, Spain, Portugal and Great Britain. travel much abroad. With these travel grants, we especially

Travel Reports

By finding individual and creative ways to reflect on their A Facebook page, Instagram account and YouTube channel journeys, all of the travel grantees made their experiences were made available for travel grantees to share photos, accessible to everyone. With videos, written reports, social comments and highlights while travelling, creating an online media communication and graphic novels, young people’s gallery of beautiful insights and experiences by young people perspectives are being shared across Europe. in Europe.

@SchwarzkopfFoundation

@eutravelgrants

#ExploreEurope2019

21 Illustration from the graphic novel by Alica Läuger, Schwarzkopf Foundation created in the course of the EU travel grants

Topic: Women’s Rights

“I am humbled by and grateful for this experience in Greece. Sharing stories and experiences are an important part of feminist movement and I am glad that I got the opportunity to give a platform to some of them. To the women remaining invisible: Your stories matter just as much. I hope someday you get a platform to speak your truth.

Alica Läuger, 26 travelled from Germany to Greece

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Travel topics

The young travellers did research on the way and discovered European perspectives on many topics, including the following...

Topic: WORK MOBILITY AMONG YOUNG PEOPLE Topic: ENGAGEMENT AND CITIZENSHIP

During 1,240 km. of cycling, I visited six countries and I think my trip was a great opportunity to experience dif- made countless memories. I found beautiful nature ferent views on our society in the countries that I visited. where I did not expect it, I tried unfamiliar flavours Even though some of the concerns in these countries are and experienced great helpfulness, trust and care. the same, I found it interesting that each person has his The behaviour of the people I met is the reason why or her own responses. Citizenship for each person does I felt a sense of European solidary. This journey gave not have the same meaning, especially regarding the me motivation to discover more of Europe and to actively European Union. Looking at engagement, my feeling promote the benefits of a connected and open continent is that it is now more than ever a preoccupation of the that we can achieve through the EU. There is so much youth. I can’t really be sure of that, but my impression to learn and to discover from one another. There is still is that older people tend to be more active in local room for improvement, but I feel that we are on a good organisations, whereas young people are more likely to path as long as people stay curious and want to learn take action in global structures or in creating their own more.” associations.”

Mattea Lamperter, 27 Basile Lewandowski, 20 travelled from Austria to Slovenia, Croatia travelled from France to Poland, Hungary, Sweden and Turkey and Bosnia & Herzegovina

Topic: european identity Topic: PERSPECTIVES ON MIGRATION

I would say that European identity is the feeling of being During my travels, I observed that immigrants and refu- a European. But furthermore, it is the fact that we are so gees are kindly welcomed by locals to Europe in most of different. It is the diversity that unites us. I have seen that its parts. Since these newcomers also bring some issues firsthand during my travels. We want to have diversity, to be solved, there are some Europeans who are not so but also have different perspectives on shared open to immigration. However, most of society is quite challenges.” tolerant and look for ways to live together in harmony.”

Jamil Osso, 25 Ibrahim Enes Bulut, 21 travelled from Germany to Portugal, Spain and France travelled from Turkey to Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France and Italy

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Supporting #FreeInterrail Moving Europe forward

In 2015, Berlin-based activists Vincent-Immanuel Herr and not just a sample, the Foundation has taken on the Free- Martin Speer (HERR & SPEER) first proposed the idea of pro- Interrail campaign as a project. Funded by the Mercator viding EU youth with free Interrail train tickets to discover Foundation, the Schwarzkopf Foundation provides HERR and explore European diversity for themselves. Ever since, & SPEER and the FreeInterrail campaign with the needed this proposal has gathered momentum, gaining support logistical and networking support in order to convince the from the European Parliament and eventually being the European Commission as well as the European public to inspiration for a new pilot project scheme by the European enlarge and broaden the existing pilot project. Commission. Entitled DiscoverEU, the pilot project has thus far enabled roughly 70,000 EU youths to travel their With the support of the Foundation, HERR & SPEER have continent and connect with cultures other than their own. spent this year as advocates for their idea. More specifically, The Schwarzkopf Foundation has supported the idea from they have: the early stages on, working with HERR & SPEER as well as other civil society and political stakeholders to promote • completed a research trip in 14 European countries the idea and bolster support. The Schwarzkopf Foundation gathering feedback and perspectives on the recognises the need for further advocacy work on behalf of FreeInterrail idea and how it may be improved; the initial idea – providing free travel passes to all EU youth, • visited and advised the European Commission on the further development of the pilot project and pushed for greater accessibility and inclusion; • published and presented the campaign at conferences #FreeInterrail is a terrific idea that connects people and in a number of publications and media formats, in Europe and enables them to explore and learn including jetzt.de / Süddeutsche Zeitung, the DLD about our continent.” Conference, Phoenix Runde, Europa Nova, a ZDF Plan B documentary, an ARD documentary, the University Manfred Weber of Bath, the Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich, Member of European Parliament and others; • written a policy paper on ways to improve the existing pilot project; and • engaged with relevant politicians and decision-makers I feel European. It feels like a sense of community. in Brussels, Berlin, and other parts of Europe. DiscoveringEU was amazing.”

Hanna Hails In 2020, the project will continue its current approach DiscoverEU participant as well as see more countries and their perspectives Interview with the Los Angeles Times be included and taken into account.

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The fight against the climate crisis has caused an increase in young people becoming politically active and voicing their opinions. For young people to be European citizens who contribute to a pluralistic, democratic society, knowledge of relevant topics is needed to discuss ideas and ask questions that matter to them the most.

As part of our Berlin-based discussion events, we aim to develop dialogues between young people and leading figures from the worlds of politics, the economy, civil society and culture. These experts can share their experiences with young people to ensure that the future can learn from the past. In direct exchange with ambassadors, high-level European and federal politicians, journalists, scientists, artists, as well as historical time-witnesses, we offer the chance for participants to experience politics up-close by taking part in such processes.

The format always focuses on exchange and young audience members’ questions rather than having long lectures without time for exchange. This year’s topics included the new European Parliament elections, the impact of climate change and the rise of new activist movements, the role of media in the democratic process, current events such as Brexit and long-term visions for Europe’s future – always following topics that will shape young people’s futures. We also discussed the role of minorities in European society, how to tackle the rise of populism and nationalism and how young people can get more engaged in politics.

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60 discussion events, talks, film screenings and embassy visits

over 9,000 young people reached

Young people are the future of Europe and design The first time I went to a Schwarzkopf Foundation event the world for tomorrow. The Schwarzkopf Foundation was with my politics class. Now, I am a student at Humboldt promotes dialogue between politicians and young people University and always like to go to events when there are about political and economic questions for Europe, interesting topics and speakers. I like to talk directly with which, in schools, is unfortunately rarely discussed.” polticians who I otherwise only know from the news, and to have the opportunity to ask questions that interest me.” Peter Altmaier Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Jacob, 21 Participant of our discussion event

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The EU after the election: Where Climate change and its is Europe heading? with Dr. Linn consequences: Who saves the Selle, President of the European world? with Prof. Hans Joachim Europe’s future - opportunities and risks of digitalisation Movement Germany e.V. Schellnhuber with Anja Karliczek, Federal Minister for Education and Research

Think Europe differently – Finland. Embassy visit with H.E. Anne Sipiläinen, the Ambassador of Finnland in Germany EP Election Party with partners at the Hertie School of Government

Responsibility in journalism “Desintegriert Euch!” with Julian Reichelt, Editor-in- with Max Czollek, poet, essayist, Chief of BILD and BILD Digital curator and political scientist

The European economy and the role of Germany Presentation of the Schwarzkopf Europe Award to the New Europeans with Peter Altmaier, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy by Martin Schulz, former EP President Annual Report 2019 Discussing Europe: Discussion events in Berlin

A year of events

A selection of Berlin’s 2019 event programme

The Rule of Law as a mission: How to deal with doubts in the judiciary with Bettina Limperg, President of the Federal Court of Justice

“Human dignity is inviolable”- justice and society against right-wing violence. Conference by the Federal Ministry of Justice and Consumer Protection with Minister Christina Lambrecht, Prosecutor General of the Federal Court of Justice, Dr. Peter Frank, and many more

Made strangers in my own country - a discussion on racism and exclusion with Esther Bejarano, musician and Holocaust survivor, and Social justice - a task for this generation. A memorial event in honour of Sawsan Chebli, State Secretary for Citizenship and International Affairs Egon Bahr with Hubertus Heil, Federal Minister of Labour and Social Affairs Schwarzkopf Foundation

European Elections 2019: Focus on migrant communities?! Panel discussion with Dr. Sergey EP Elections 2019: Which Europe does Lagodinsky (candidate for the EP elections, the Alliance 90/The Greens), Fotis Matentzoglou the Green Party stand for? with Michael (candidate for the EP elections, the Left Party), Dr. Kamila Schöll-Mazurek (Polish Social Council, Kellner, Federal Chairman of the Alliance 90/ Federal Conference of Migrant Organisations) and Rojda Tosun (Co-Founder of the Young Voice The Greens TGD e.v.)

Discussion on the German-French impact on Europe and the EP elections

EP Elections 2019: Which Europe does the CDU/ EVP stand for? with Paul Ziemiak, EP Elections 2019: Which Europe does the Left Party/GUE/NGL stand for? Secretary General of the CDU with Jörg Schindler, Federal Chairman of the Left Party

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A new leadership for Europe Discussing the European elections

European politics is becoming more and more of a relevant topic with the rise of global problems and globalisation. This year’s European Parliament (EP) election had the highest voter turnout in 20 years. During our discussion events, we looked at different aspects of the election and its potential results. “What does your party stand for in the European election?” was the question that young participants discussed with the general secretaries of German parties, which led to intense discussions on different visions of the EU in the coming years. The roles of the European Parliament and the European Commission within the framework of the EU triggered the most critical questions, including: should the EP get more legislative power? Why do the heads of national government seem to be more important than the Parliament when it comes to crucial decisions? How legitimate are the choices of EU Commissioners? EP Elections 2019: Which Europe does the SPD/S&D stand for? with Lars Klingbeil, Secretary General of the SPD In addition, in a large panel discussion with EP candidates and minority organisations, we tackled the important topic of the role of minorities in Europe and the extent to which minorities feel that they are represented in different party campaigns.

On the final night of the election, more than 700 young people came together for the EP Election Party organised by the Hertie School of Government, the Jacques Delors Institute, the European Federalists and the Schwarzkopf Foundation, where the results were discussed in different formats with politicians, journalists, scientists and members from civil society organisations and the young audience.

EP Elections 2019: Which Europe does the Free Democrats stand for? with Nicola Beer, Member of the Bundestag, Secretary General of the FDP and designated candidate for the European Parliament elections

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Rescue at sea on the most dangerous refugee route in the world with Dr. Volker Westerbarkey, President of the German Branch of Médecins Sans Frontières

Money. Power. Independence. How do we shape equal rights between women and men? with Prof. Dr. Jutta Allemendinger, President of the Social Science Research Center Berlin and Prof. Dr. Ulrike Detmers, spokeswoman, partner and member of the management board for Albert Schweitzer’s messages in times of racism the Mestemacher Group, as well as initiator of numerous equality with Prof. Dr. Margot Käßmann, Theologian policy projects and awards

Participation of Muslims in “Hate is not an opinion - what German society with Seyran “Foreign and reoriented: jewish and muslim interdependencies” anger does to our country” read- Ates, lawyer, author, initiator reading with Ozan Zakariya Keskinkiliç, Gil Shoshat and Shlomit ing with Renate Künast, mem- and co-founder of the Ibn Tulgan, the editors and authors ber of the German Parliament Rushd-Goethe Mosque

The Islam Debate belongs to Germany. Right-wing populism and anti-Muslim racism in the (post-)colonial context with Ozan Zakariya Keskinkiliç, From the NSU to the Lübcke Murder. A critical look at justice and police in times of right-wing terror political scientist with Dr. Mehmet Gürcan Daimagüler, jurist, columnist, author and victim lawyer in the NSU trial

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An inclusive Media and Europe its impact on

Understanding and tackling democracy prejudices and inequalities

How can we raise awareness regarding daily and structural In times of fake news, alternative facts, social bots and the experiences with racism, anti-Semitism and other forms of (mis)use of big data for political campaigns, the question discrimination? How can we become better allies and learn on how the digital media influences a society’s perception from perspectives that have been marginalised in European of political processes and contents is a crucial one. societies – made invisible for centuries? In our discussion In cooperation with the Hertie Foundation we organized events, we strengthen young people’s perspectives on discussion events with scientists, hackers and journalists these issues through intersectional approaches, enabling to understand the impacts of this new use of media and them to discuss important topics, bridge their positions, how it affects the ways everyone perceives politics and and understand how activists, scientists, and government makes their democratic decisions. officials assess the current state of tolerance as well as acceptance for diversity and pluralism in Europe. With our young audiences, we try to understand the motives and mechanisms behind populism, the longings of certain groups for authoritarianism and extremism, and the rise of anti-Semitic incidents in recent years. Speaking to a former neo-Nazi and one of the victim lawyers in the NSU trial, we discuss why people are drawn to right-wing extremism, what racist structures can be found within our institutions and how we can prevent violence and discrimination. In these ways, we are making current problems accessible to young pupils, thus enabling them to make changes for From promise to threat? The internet and its impact the future. on democracy with Linus Neumann, hacker, network activist and one of the speakers for the Chaos Computer Club

Facts against fake news: System update: Is democ- the fight for democracy with racy prepared for digital- “My Country! Why I was a Neo-Nazi” reading and discussion Patrick Gensing, journalist, isation? with Prof. Dr. Gary with Christian E. Weißgerber, cultural scientist and deserter author and head of FactFind- Schaal, Professor of Political from the neo-Nazi scene er with the Tagesschau Theory and History of Ideas

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Resistance. Magnitute and failure of the opposition against Hitler with Professor Wolfgang Benz, historian and former director of the Center for Anti-Semitism Research

Dietrich Bonhoeffer – on the way to freedom with Wolfgang Huber, a Protestant theologian

The Thirty Years War and its significance for today’s Europe with Herfried Münkler, Professor of Political Science at Humboldt University and author, in conversation with Volker Kauder, Member of the German Bundestag and long-time chairman of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group in the Bundestag

Made strangers in my own country - a discussion on racism and exclusion with Esther Bejarano, musician and Holocaust survivor, and Sawsan Chebli, State Secretary for Citizenship and International Affairs

“When the Gestapo rang at the front door – the Michalski Family and their silent heroes” film screening and talk with Franz and Petra Talk with Halina Birenbaum, author, translator and holocaust survivor Michalski, witnesses and Marie Rolshoven, filmmaker

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Listening to & learning from the last survivors Remembering the Holocaust in Germany and Europe

For our discussion events, we not only debate current events they survived the Holocaust and how they tried to move on in Europe but also deal with the past in order to understand and to continue their lives after. Their stories shall not be who we are today. In many countries, right-wing and right forgotten. Hanni Lévy passed away in October 2019, may she extremist parties won big in the European elections. Debates rest in peace. about who is a part of society and who is not shape the current political discourse. The denial of historical facts by some To give our participants the opportunity to learn more about right-wing parties reinforces the importance of the remem- new historical research, our thematic focus this year was on brance of the Holocaust. We bring young people together resistance against National Socialism. Our young audiences with the last surviving witnesses as well as historians to make discussed questions like: What motives did different groups history more accessible. or individuals have in the resistance? What knowledge did they have about the crimes committed against humanity by Over the last year, we have had the honor of listening to Han- National Socialists? And what resistance strategies can be ni Lévy, Tamar Dreifuss, Halina Birenbaum, Esther Bejarano adopted today to stand up for a solidary society? and Margot Friedländer share their stories with us on how

Siegfried Lichtenstaedter: Let’s get out of here: the life Prophet of annihilation: About and survival story of a jewish „Volksgeist“ and antisemitism woman from Berlin. Lecture with Götz Aly, political scientist, & talk with Hanni Levy, author Sag niemals, das ist dein letzter Weg. Talk with Tamar Dreifuss, historian, journalist and Holocaust survivor author and survivor of the holocaust

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In 2019, the European Youth Parliament network people, for young people. As such, a wide range of further developed as a unique ecosystem for trainings and capacity-building opportunities have non-formal learning, for citizenship education and been implemented – supporting the EYP network for the advancement of mutual understanding. in its work and fostering a spirit of co-ownership Involving over 3,500 active volunteers, the EYP com- and participation. shaping munity has once again implemented an impressive and diverse set of activities across Europe. EYPers In addition to the hundreds of events and training organised around 500 events in almost 40 coun- opportunities that took place this year across Eu- tries, reaching close to 30,000 young participants. rope, the EYP also implemented various projects with exciting partners, maintained its work with Europe All activities of the EYP are based on the princi- alumni, developed additional measures to sup- ples of peer-to-peer education, and the EYP is port participants, and implemented activities a programme that is genuinely organised by young to strengthen diversity and inclusion.

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Hundreds of EYP events took place across the continent in 2019. Several examples are featured here – illustrating the diversity and scope of our activities.

International SessionS

• in Hamburg

• in yerevan

• in Valencia

Network-wide flagship events with 300 participants from 35 countries

power shifts session in reykjavik An event that took place in the context of our Power Shifts project, focusing on energy-related topics

Training for Trainers event (T4ET) in Rochefort, Belgium A “train-the-trainers” event, increasing the number of skilled trainers in the EYP

Summer Academy in Luxembourg An international training and capacity- building event for board members of the EYP’s national member organisations

Cultural Forum in Austria First vent in the network that put a special emphasis on the cultural diversity of rural areas, which took place in 12 villages

Presidents meeting in Porto A knowledge-sharing event for the Presidents of the EYP’s National Committees power shifts session in tirana An event for future trainers with the aim to increase the quality of events and strengthen EYP as a training- based organisation

Innovation lab in Berlin A platform for brainstorming and developing innovative formats for the EYP

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Intercultural dialogue

Connecting youth around Europe

3 flagship events with over 900 participants While the EYP organises more than 500 events a year, some flagship events received special attention. This year’s International Sessions took place in Yerevan, Valencia and Hamburg. At these 93% events, participants focused on pan-European issues such as of International Session participants reflecting on European history and remembrance culture, the EU’s stated that participation in the EYP strengthened their ability to work financial framework for research and innovation, further develop- in a diverse international team ing sustainability and inclusivity for the job market and economic growth and tackling global issues concerning human rights, energy and security. Our 2019 International Sessions received gen- erous support from the European Savings Banks Group (ESBG) and the German Giro- and Sparkassenverband (DSGV), as well 50% as Mercator Foundation, Gemeinnützige Hertie Stiftung, inno- of International Session participants gy Stiftung für Energie und Gesellschaft, Bertelsmann Stiftung, stated that they became more active and BMW Foundation. in their local communities after their return, which was reported three months after each event Partnerships with UNHCR and UNFPA The EYP’s continued cooperation with the UN Refugee Agency helped bring 11 young refugees and stateless persons to our Inter- more than national Sessions. Our cooperation with the UN Population Fund enabled us to send a delegation to the ICPD25 summit in Nairobi to represent the EYP and strengthen young people’s perspectives 90% in international debates. of International Session participants consider themselves to be “active citizens”

more than It’s amazing to know that if we want, we can make the world a better place to live. Now I am so motivated, I want to start doing things as I have understood I can make a difference. Here, at EYP, I learnt how to fight inner weaknesses and fear. 95% I understood that I should never stop learning and sharing.” of International Session participants have an increased appreciation for the cultural diversity of Europe since Ani, 22 attending the Session Abkhaz living in Georgia participated in the International Session in Yerevan

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EYP participant Samuel Hönle presenting EYPers’ opinions on financial education during World Investor Week in Brussels, October 2019

EYP’s delegation at the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD25) in Nairobi, advocating for better youth participation opportunities

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Discussing topics that matter Creating spaces for genuine discussion and exchange

The European Youth parliament provides an open and welcoming environ- ment for young people to develop and express their opinions on political and societal topics. During EYP events, we foster dialogues between young people and leading figures from the worlds of politics, economy, civil society and 30 culture. EYP event participants debate and jointly suggest solutions to a wide proposals developed range of current challenges often related tointernational politics, human on the future of energy rights and topics such as climate change, health and energy.

Investing in the future 13 discussion events about This year, a cooperation with the European Fund and Asset Management energy policy across Europe Association (EFAMA) allowed participants in the International Session in Valencia to discuss what the EU should do to increase financial literacy among over young people. Suggestions were then presented to representatives of the Euro- pean Commission and other stakeholders in the framework of the Interna- tional Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) conference in Brussels. 1,000 young people involved in energy discussions Young opinions on energy policy

After its kick-off in 2018, thePower Shiftsproject has been used as a platform for young people from across Europe to explore and discuss European energy policy. In 2019, more than 1,000 young people were involved in discussions about Europe’s energy future. Current issues in energy policy and technology During the 1st Power Lab in Berlin were addressed during 10 regional and national events in Albania, Azerbaijan, June 2019, participants expressed Portugal, Norway, Ukraine, France, Austria, Iceland, Ireland and Estonia, as well their views on the energy debate as during the EYP’s International Sessions in Yerevan, Valencia and Hamburg. with: Power Shifts gathered young people’s opinions on European energy policy and empowered participants to have a say on vital issues.

Power Lab 3 videos 2 infographics How can opinions on complex topics such as energy be communicated in compelling, clear ways? During the EYP’s first Power Lab in Berlin in June 2019, participants looked for answers to this question. The event gathered participants from various Power Shifts events to turn energy-focused resolution texts into multimedia material, making EYPers’ proposals on the topic more accessi- interactive pamphlet ble and empowering young people. quiz

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Driven by young people: the network structure of the European Youth Parliament

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A programme driven by young people, for young people!

The European Youth Parliament provides young people with an ecosystem where they can take part in transformative, holistic learning experiences. The bulk of its activities are driven by young people – and the organisation itself is also jointly shaped by young people on international and national levels. For EYP alumni, the ‘EYP spirit’ never stops: when they go on to pursue a wide range of activities and careers, they keep acting as change-makers – taking initiative and positively shaping the world around them.

“Participating in EYP governance as “Being a part of a council gives you a BNC board member has helped me the unique opportunity to contribute to see the passion of young people to international EYP governance by around Europe for civic education and working on an area that you’re partic- international networking. This clearly ularly interested in alongside others shows me the importance of my work who are also passionate about it. It al- and a need to encourage young peo- lows you to support the GB in steering ple to take part in volunteer work.” the development of the network and adding your bit to shaping a better Iida, Finland EYP for tomorrow.” Member of the BNC board Marta, Poland Chair of a council

“Being President of EYP NL has “I believe that the EYP alumna been a once in a lifetime experience capacity is unbelievably rich, so we because of the many lessons I have should take more time to look for learned about NGO management the synergies that are already there, and myself. Presiding EYP NL has and who knows what other fantas- led to me meeting and working tic projects will come out of such with many wonderful and talented partnerships.” people.” Valeriya, Ukraine Luc, the Netherlands Alumna President of a National Committee

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What skills are fostered with the European Youth Parliament

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Skills Development Empowering young citizens of the world

For the many volunteers engaged in the organisation, the Eu- ropean Youth Parliament offers diverse opportunities for skills development, in particular through training and by taking up different roles within the EYP. Training is a key component of almost every EYP event, and we strive to implement a wide range of training events every year. Through these events, we build capacities, ensure successful knowledge transfer and uphold a culture of learning and growing.

In order to support the personal development of the EYP’s volunteers and their ability to take up various roles and responsibilities within the organisation, the EYP organises training courses focused on a diverse set of skills such as equipped to offer training modules in their own communities. facilitation, leadership, communication, fundraising, The 2019 Spring T4ET took place in Rochefort, Belgium. project management, inclusion, and intercultural dialogue. In doing so, the EYP encourages and enables young Summer Academy people to be active citizens – not only by taking an active role The EYP Summer Academies are international training events in our network, but also by using acquired skills to positively that gather representatives from all 40 EYP member countries shape the world around them. to support their work in their National Committees by providing them with training modules. The event is run every year Head Organisers Summits and is supported by the Mercator Foundation. In 2019, the Head Organisers Summits are organised to foster project Summer Academy was hosted by EYP Luxembourg. management skills and share best practices between present, past and future International Session organisers. As Interna- tional Sessions are the flagship events of the EYP and labora- tories for innovation in the network, it is crucial for the young volunteers who run them to be provided with opportunities Did you know that... for in-depth interactions, engage with topics that are funda- mental to civic youth education as well as gain skills. • The EYP hosts over 100 training

Training for EYP Trainers events annually Trainings for EYP Trainers (T4ET) increase the quality of • ... involving over 2,000 events and strengthen the EYP as a training-based organi- participants sation. Future trainers go through a week-long training that enables them to develop their skills and practice training • ... featuring diverse topics from design and delivery. After this training, EYPers are fully fundraising to group dynamics

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Every year, we celebrate Europe. Through our priz- people. These inspiring examples showcase how es and festivities, we honor those who work on individuals can indeed make a difference in Euro- ideas for peaceful, pluralistic and open coexistence pean politics and societal developments. across borders. With the Margot Friedländer Award, we make young With our annual awards, we highlight the work of people’s perspectives on remembrance work and individuals and institutions that tirelessly reach their fights against anti-Semitism, racism, and/or for brighter futures for our continent. This year’s discrimination visible. As such, we connect young Schwarzkopf Europe Award honored a civil rights awardees with activists, curators, and scientists initiative, New Europeans, that defends equal rights engaged in these issues. for European citizens. The Young European of the Year Award went to Yasmine Ouirhrane, a wom- Finally, at our yearly European Summer Party and an who is particularly committed to an inclusive Christmas concert, we bring young Europeans to- Europe and in fostering understanding between gether in festive atmospheres to celebrate Europe.

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Annual celebrations

The annual Christmas concert, held on December 10, 2019, included Christmas music and brought traditions from all corners of Europe into one festive evening.

In 2019, the European Summer Party gathered around 500 national and international guests in the courtyard at the Schwarzkopf Founda- tion’s office in Berlin. The celebration included a performance by the Young European of the Year 2019, Yasemine Ouirhrane.

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The Schwarzkopf Europe Award 2019 New Europeans and their fight for a European green card

The Schwarzkopf Europe Award is awarded to institutions munities about their rights as EU citizens. They started the or public figures who have distinguished themselves in an campaign #EUGreenCards to call attention to the rights and outstanding way by their committed and dedicated service to status of EU citizens in Great Britain and of British citizens in either European understanding or to the growing together of the EU. Europe. The award ceremony took place at the representation of the The Schwarzkopf Europe Award 2019 went to the civil rights European Commission in Germany and the laudation was initiative New Europeans, selected by the Young Jury — given by former president of the European Parliament, previous award winners of the Young European of the Year. Martin Schulz. After the award ceremony, young Europeans With the Young European of the Year prize, tomorrow’s deci- discussed the EP elections with our guests and the rise of sion-makers select personalities or institutions of today who populists and nationalists who fuel a Europe-wide nationalist are shaping Europe with their dedication to a more liberal, identity. What are the prospects for European mobility after diverse and sustainable world. the election? How can a Europe of diversity be defended? New Europeans was set up in London in 2013 in anticipation These questions were discussed by our panel, including Mar- of a possible referendum on EU membership in the UK. The tin Schulz, Roger Casale from New Europeans and Lukas Da- initiative informs and empowers individuals and their com- vid Meyer and Evgenia Lopata, representing the Young Jury.

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As the daughter of an Italian mother and a father who immigrated to Italy, I’ve struggled all my life to be integrated and accepted. This award symbolises a milestone and a big step towards the integration of all young European citizens.” Yasmine Ouirhrane

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Young European of the Year 2019 Yasmine Ouirhrane gives a voice to young people with plural identities in Europe

Every year since 1997, the Schwarzkopf Foundation Young European of the Year Award has been honouring a young person who is particularly committed to European integration and to promoting understanding between people.

This year’s winner, Yasmine Ouirhrane, is recognised as Young European 2019 for her commitment to equality for women and equal participation opportunities for migrants in Europe. At the age of 23, she supports young people in underprivileged neighborhoods in France, helped organise the European Youth Forum’s Yo!Fest 2018 in Strasbourg and is already an award-winning fellow of the Women Deliver Young Leader programme by Women Deliver.

The award ceremony took place in April 2019 at the European Youth Forum’s Council of Members (COMEM) in Brussels, where representatives from youth organisations across Europe came together to celebrate the Young European of the Year.

The prize money of €5,000 allows winners to either finance an internship in a European or international institution, or carry out their own project. A jury consisting of the Schwarzkopf Foundation’s chairman, a representative of the European Commission Representation in Germany, a representative of the European Youth Forum and two former prize-winners determine who receives the prize. Since 2017, the European Youth Forum has been an award partner.

Yasmine showed us her dream of a European society in which all human beings are equal and treated with dignity. Her courageous engagement against right-wing actors is a great inspiration to all of us.” Haris Kušmić and Lukas Meyer Jury members explaining the jury’s decision

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Margot Friedländer Award Young & inclusive perspectives on remembrance culture

This year, for the fifth time, young people from all over the Max Liebermann Haus. During this joyful event this year, Germany answered the call to pass on the stories of Margot we honoured the projects of these young people from Hessen Friedländer and other Shoah survivors by handing in project and Saarland. To implement their project ideas, the groups ideas to the Schwarzkopf Foundation. Schools of all kinds sent received award money of up to €5,000, according to their in applications. needs. This was the first time that the Martin Buber School for mentally and physically handicapped children has won A group of young people from all over Germany formed the an award. Young Jury this year. These jury members had the difficult task of reading all the applications and selecting a dozen The groups stayed in Berlin for three days and learned about project ideas, which they then recommended to the Margot the memory culture of the city. We visited the memorial Friedländer Jury. of Otto Weidt, who protected blind and deaf Jews from persecution and murder during the Nazi period. At the Jewish The first prize went to the project “Wege der Erinnerung in Museum, we learned more about the plurality of Jewish life der Gemeinde Nohfelden” from the community school and Jewish traditions today. With the help of the Young Jury, Nohfelden-Türkismühle, Saarland. The Stolperstein-AG has the winners developed their presentation techniques and created an extracurricular place of learning (außerschulischer are now ready to work on their projects, passing on their own Lernort) about traces of Jewish life in the villages of Sötern, historical knowledge. Gonnesweiler and Bosen by developing and setting up information boards and excursion day plans.

The second prize went to the Martin Buber School in Gies- sen, Hessen, for its project, “Getting Stones Rolling.” As part of Without the award, we would not be able to realise our this project, the entire school is actively involved in designing project. We can now remember our Jewish neighbours so that they are not forgotten. The experience we had with a monument in Giessen as a joint testimony to the fact that Margot Friedländer [as part of receiving this award] moved everyone has dealt with the Holocaust and the memory of the us deeply. We want to continue to pass on her message.” victims in their own individual ways.

The Heinrich Böll School in Hattersheim, Hessen, was Community school awarded third prize for its exhibition project, “‘Expulsions into Nohfelden-Türkismühle, Saarland Exile’ — Background to the First Expulsion List of the National Winners of the Margot Friedländer Award 2019 Socialists of August 1933.” The group has created an exhibition and is planning to share it at other locations and plans to publish a booklet.

Sponsors of the Margot Friedländer Award are the Federal The greatest thing for us was that Mrs. Friedländer Ministry for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and was there. We were touched by what she said.” Youth and its federal programme “Living Democracy!”, EY (former Ernst & Young) and the Berliner Sparkasse. It is a Martin Buber School in Giessen, Hessen wonderful tradition that the award ceremony takes place at Winners of the second prize

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Transparency

ABOUT: The Schwarzkopf Foundation, as a non-profit foundation, is financed under civil law through public funds, donations from other organisations/foundations and donations from private individuals/companies. Financial and payroll accounting is carried out by the tax consultants Sozietät Wilming und Kilian. The annual financial statements are audited by Deloitte Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft.

Name, legal domicile: The non-partisan Schwarzkopf Foundation Young Europe was founded in 1971 in Hamburg, where the legal domicile is still located. The office and its tax and legal basis have been in Berlin since 2000.

Executive Director: Anne Rolvering

Our charter: www.schwarzkopf-stiftung.de/die-stiftung

The Schwarzkopf Foundation is an independent foundation by civil law. The tax office Non-profit status: of the city of Berlin recognises the Schwarzkopf Foundation as a non-profit association. The corresponding certificate can be found here: www.schwarzkopf-stiftung.de/gute-stiftungspraxis

Finances €1.8 million

Incoming Spending

83% 15,9% 1,1% 54% 46%

project donations and revenue from personnel material 25% funding participants foundation costs costs for transfers/cooperations fees assets with project partners and travel grants

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The Board

Theo Koll Prof. Dieter Kosslick Georg Fahrenschon Director of the ZDF editorial Festival Director of the Berlin German politician office in Berlin International Film Festival a.D.

Dr. Michael Maßbaum Tobias Bütow Dr. Eric Schweitzer Deloitte German Secretary General President of of the of the Franco-German Youth Association of German Office Chambers

LL.D. André Schmitz-Schwarzkopf Hans-Christian Sophie Hall Dr. Ekkehard Nümann Chairman of the Board Schwarzkopf Federal Foreign Office Notary Entrepreneur Brussels

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The Circle of Friends

The Circle of Friends of the Schwarzkopf Foundation offers support to the Foundation’s work, ensuring its vital functions and bringing different sectors of society closer to the Foundation — including academia, the arts, politics, and the private sector. Those who join the Circle of Friends support the Foundation financially, and thereby give substantial assistance to the Foundation’s core business. The Chairperson of the Circle of Friends is Sophie Rois.

Are you interested in joining the Circle of Friends and supporting the Schwarzkopf Foundation? We warmly invite you to get in touch via:

[email protected]

to find out more and to become a member.

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The Team

Anne Rolvering Executive Director

Kerstin Eckart Esther Spicker Lena Strehmann Anıl Altıntaş Lead Administration, Project Manager — Awards and Project Manager Project Manger Finances and IT Events, Margot Friedländer Award Understanding Europe Travel Grants

Laura Meijer Pia Sombetzki Valeriya Boyko Anya Suprunenko Project Assistant Project Assistant Project Manager Project Manager Seminars & Travel Grants Seminars & Travel Grants European Youth Parliament European Youth Parliament

Rita Portugal Jessica Bajinski Tarek Mündelein Hatice Tahtali ESC Volunteer Project Manager Project Manager Project Assistant Young Islam Conference Young Islam Conference Young Islam Conference

The following people are also part of the team: Milena Paul, Shirin Jache, Lasse Schwanck, Jürgen Hübner and Lukas Rosenkranz 58 Annual Report 2019 Our organisation

Tobias Frietzsche Lena Prötzel Lukas Fendel Mandy Buschina Programme Lead Programme Lead Programme Lead Head of Communication, Events Seminars & Travel Grants European Youth Parliament Fundraising and Strategy

Thimo Nieselt Viviane Efert Frieda Metzkow Simon Oesterle Project Manager Project Lead Project Assistant Project Assistant Understanding Europe Understanding Europe Seminars & Travel Grants Seminars & Travel Grants

Helena Nepp Amaya Debal Arda Burak Altuntaş Ilija Jerković Project Manager Project Manager ESC Volunteer ESC Volunteer European Youth Parliament European Youth Parliament European Youth Parliament

Milena Jovanović Bernard Dröge Katharina Schwarz Simon Häuser Communication Coordinator IT Human Resources Personal Assistant to the Manager and Process Management and Accounting Officer Chairman of the Board

The following people are also part of the team: Milena Paul, Shirin Jache, Lasse Schwanck, Jürgen Hübner and Lukas Rosenkranz Partners and Sponsors

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