Wolfgang Suwelack-Stiftung

The Wolfgang Suwelack Foundation is a legally recognized foundation under civil law based in Billerbeck. It was established in 2003 by Wolfgang Suwelack and pursues exclusively and directly charitable purposes. Its activities include commemorating the victims of war and tyranny, promoting tolerance and international understanding, as well as supporting science, research, education, and upbringing. Its project focuses include the historical-political examination of National Socialism in Billerbeck, peace education, and human rights education, as well as awarding the "Billerbeck Peace Prize." Furthermore, the foundation grants scholarships to students and provides financial assistance to pupils, trainees, and students connected to Billerbeck.

Our mission is the sustainable promotion of a culture of remembrance and peace. We are committed to keeping alive the memory of the victims of war and tyranny, strengthening tolerance and intercultural dialogue, and imparting peace education and human rights awareness to young people. Through scientific research, educational projects, and public recognition, we aim to take responsibility for the past and the future and to foster a culture of respect and understanding.

Individuals and groups whose projects serve peace and human rights education, commemorative culture, or historical reconciliation are funded. This includes students of peace and conflict studies, pupils, trainees, and students with residential or family ties to Billerbeck, as well as schools, non-profit associations, church institutions, and youth groups. Research projects and initiatives related to cultural monuments in Billerbeck and the Münsterland region are also supported, particularly in the fields of historical remembrance work and peace education.