Our competence centers
In our working areas of Education, Social Entrepreneurship and Arts & Culture, we work in an interdisciplinary way on perspectives and solutions to global challenges.
In our competence centers Education, Social Entrepreneurship and
Culture, we work in an interdisciplinary way on perspectives and solutions to global challenges.
Projects and initiatives
Our projects are developed together with partners worldwide. International networks come together to form ecosystems for sustainable social development.
News
StaRK Strengthens Self-Regulation in Early Childhood Education
- How can children learn to cope with frustration, emotions, and challenges? The new German free online course “The Tower Falls Over—Now What?” provides answers to these questions. It is part of StaRK, a project of the Stiftung Kinder forschen and Charité. The Siemens Stiftung supports this initiative, which strengthens self-regulation skills in children of preschool age.
Dr. Nina Smidt Assumes the Chairmanship of the Board of Trustees of the Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung
- Michael R. Neumann handed over the chairmanship of the Board of Trustees of the Hanns R. Neumann Stiftung to our CEO Dr. Nina Smidt effective October 1, 2026. The announcement of the handover of duties took place in Hamburg in the presence of members of the Board of Trustees and the foundation's Executive Board.
Strategic Roundtable, “Delivering Climate Literacy: Addressing Disinformation & Advancing Adaptation”
- At Climate Week NYC 2026, Siemens Stiftung and the Office for Climate Education bring together policymakers, NGOs, philanthropy, and international organizations for a strategic roundtable on climate literacy. The discussion will explore how Climate Change Education can counter misinformation and become a powerful driver of climate adaptation.
Rooted in culture and context: V Encuentro fosters pathways for the future of education
- More than 500 participants from 200 organizations across 14 countries came together at the V Encuentro in Lima, Peru. The three-day event strengthened collaboration and advanced innovative education solutions to Latin America’s most pressing educational challenges.
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Partnerships for sustainable water systems
Water changes lives. Access to safe water creates conditions for better health, education, economic opportunities, and climate resilient communities.
Resilience in Times of Transformation
How can we stay connected to ourselves and others in times of change and technological disruption? Discover how resilience, wellbeing, and collaborative learning can strengthen our ability to shape change.
Open Education in Practice
How can topics such as artificial intelligence, climate change, or mental health find their way into the classroom? Open educational resources and practices enable teachers to create, adapt, and share knowledge together.