Welcome to Foyer Futur! We see ourselves as a space for networking, exchange and change. For everyone who wants to contribute to a sustainable and just future in uncertain times.
events
Our way of life promises prosperity, but it exacerbates social and ecological crises. With this series of events, we are opening up the Foyer to possible paths towards a fairer and more sustainable future. You can register for free via Eventbrite.
Degrowth challenges the myth of endless growth. On this evening, together with the Cologne/Bonn post-growth group, we will talk about how we can say goodbye to the obsession with growth. Admission from 7 pm, start at 7.30 pm. 25-minute film followed by a discussion with the director (in English).
About us
VEREIN.
Foyer Futur is a non-profit association based in Cologne. Its members work in three federal states, at two universities and in many projects to realize the association's vision.
VISION.
We see ourselves as a space for change and encounters in which we think about alternative futures and want to realize them in a variety of projects. Our aim is to radically reshape the crisis-ridden economic and social system. From the prevailing imperial way of life to a needs-oriented post-growth society. In doing so, we act on the basis of three pillars: EDUCATE, ADVISE and BUILD. Each of these pillars represents an essential aspect of our work and commitment. For a good life for all within planetary boundaries.
BILDEN.
We believe in the transformative power of education. That is why we organize formats for political decision-making and for a solidary, democratic coexistence. We promote awareness and understanding of degrowth ideas through events and workshops as well as the design and dissemination of educational materials. Our work also includes scientific research and publications as well as scientific communication at the interface between the social, climate and sustainability sciences and civil society.
ADVICE.
We want to influence political decisions and promote measures to mitigate the climate crisis and its consequences and to strengthen social resilience. In addition, we offer advice and support to those who are ready to embark on the path towards a more sustainable and just world. From companies to non-profit associations and local authorities.
BUILDING.
As a post-growth society is geared towards other, life-serving ideals, this goes hand in hand with a restructuring of infrastructure and social natural conditions. We are developing concrete solutions for this and want to bring them to life together. This also includes the implementation of art and cultural formats, the promotion of resilience to social challenges and networking and cooperation with educational and research institutions as well as all actors who are close to the goals of the association. We strive to create spaces in which progressive ideas can flourish and be implemented in concrete actions.
PROJECTS.
Even before its legal entry in the register of associations, Foyer Futur has become active in numerous projects and is supporting important developments in the degrowth/post-growth movement - not only in Germany, but also internationally. The association first highlighted blind spots in degrowth research at the International Degrowth Conference & Conference of the European Society for Ecological Economics in Pontevedra (Spain), where it presented two groundbreaking abstracts. Over the summer, connections were subsequently established with national and international organizations in the field of the New Economy. Foyer Futur is currently supporting students at various universities in their engagement with degrowth. The association is also involved in the Beyond Growth platform in Germany and plans to influence the public debate on our socio-economic and ecological future in the coming months.
BACKGROUND.
We got to know each other during our studies at the Hochschule für Gesellschaftsgestaltung in Koblenz and are connected to Karlshochschule International University through Yanni's doctoral project. Since September 2023, we have been organizing ourselves in a joint association. This reflects the drive to shape society that connects us beyond our studies. The project was created in self-organized learning spaces based on the teaching content of the degree course.
CONTACT.
E-Mail: info@foyer-futur.de