Karl-Arnold-Stiftung e.V.

Non-profit organization

About the funder

The Karl-Arnold-Stiftung e.V. is a non-profit political education organization based in Cologne. For over 65 years, it has offered seminars, study trips, simulation games, and digital educational formats on topics such as democracy education, digitalization, sustainable development, and outreach political education. The foundation operates nationwide and especially in North Rhine-Westphalia, collaborating with public partners, civil society actors, and multipliers. It is financed through participant fees, public funding, and donations, and positions itself as a competent institution for conveying democratic values and social participation.

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Mission & Vision

The mission and objective of the Karl-Arnold-Stiftung e.V. is to inspire young and adult citizens for democracy, to familiarize them with their rights and duties in society and the state, and to educate and motivate them in accordance with democratic fundamental convictions and the Christian value system to take on responsibility in society, the economy, and the state.

Target groups

The educational events of the Karl-Arnold-Stiftung e.V. are aimed at all citizens, particularly soldiers and members of the Bundeswehr, students and young adults, people with a migration background, as well as educational professionals and multipliers. In addition, the Karl-Arnold-Institut specifically targets groups that have so far had limited access to political education.