Peter-Weiss-Stiftung für Kunst und Politik e.V.
About the funder
The Peter Weiss Foundation for Art and Politics (registered association) was established in December 1993 as a non-profit organization based in Berlin. Its namesake is the writer and filmmaker Peter Ulrich Weiss. According to its statutes, the foundation sees itself as an international institution that addresses the often tension-filled relationship between art and politics through broad-ranging engagement. Its main areas of activity include the promotion of art and culture through the organization of cultural events, the encouragement of artistic interpretations, the support of artists, as well as political-aesthetic education through publications, conferences, and research funding.
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Mission & Vision
The Peter Weiss Foundation for Art and Politics (registered association) is committed to linking art, culture, and socio-political discourse. It supports projects that dissolve the boundaries between aesthetic creation and political engagement and aims to provide a platform through publications, events, and educational programs where artists, scholars, and audiences can jointly develop new perspectives.
Target groups
The funding programs of the Peter Weiss Foundation are aimed at artists, cultural workers, and scholars both domestically and internationally. Furthermore, it addresses politically interested laypersons, students, and institutions engaged with the intersections of art and politics. The foundation supports individuals and groups seeking to implement innovative projects in the fields of culture, politically-aesthetic education, or research.