Alfred Landecker Foundation

The Alfred Landecker Foundation exists to defend open and liberal societies and strengthen democratic institutions that safeguard our freedoms. It was founded in 2019 in response to the rising trends of populism, nationalism, antisemitism, hatred towards minorities and skepticism towards democratic institutions. The Foundation acknowledges the role these critical developments have played in the past and, crucially, aims to raise awareness of the conditions that paved the way for and enabled the Holocaust to occur. The foundation is dedicated to combat antisemitism, protect minorities and strengthen the democratic framework in the here and now. It believes the lessons of the past should be more than just hollow platitudes and is committed to turning those lessons into active engagement in the present and in the future. To support and drive such engagement it joins forces with innovative partners who share its values and approach to help create a future in which citizens can get in...