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The Bundeskanzler-Helmut-Schmidt-Stiftung

The Bundeskanzler-Helmut-Schmidt-Stiftung addresses the pressing issues of our time, promotes social discourse and develops ideas for the world of tomorrow. We network experts both nationally and internationally, thereby preserving the legacy of one of the most influential statesmen of the 20th century.

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Democracy and Society Peace und Security History and Present Economy and Justice

Publications

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    Economic security starts at home – Introducing an inclusive geoeconomics strategy for Germany

    BKHS Publication No. 13

    18. Jun 2026
    • Economy and Justice
  • © picture alliance/dpa/Chris Pohlert

    "Becoming anything in politics never crossed my mind."

    On the 120th birthday of the Hamburg publisher Gerd Bucerius

    23. May 2026
    • Publication
    • History and Present

  • Europe on course together: How the EU is strengthening Hamburg

    A look at the influence of the European Union in the Hanseatic city

    09. May 2026
    • Publication
    • Peace und Security
  • © picture alliance associated PR

    Emancipation or loss of significance?

    Europe needs an independent foreign policy

    28. Apr 2026
    • Peace und Security

  • Night talks: Democracy in dialogue

    Long Night of Museums 2026 at the Helmut Schmidt Forum invites people to talk and exchange ideas

    11. Apr 2026
    • Article
    • Democracy and Society

  • Democracy check on the new Military Service Act

    A brief look at the history of compulsory military service and an invitation to a discussion in the Helmut Schmidt Forum

    28. Mar 2026
    • Article
    • Peace und Security

Democracy education

Democracy is more than parliamentary debates. Democracy concerns everyone and thrives on the participation of as many people as possible. We are working towards a fair and diverse democracy. Through a variety of educational programmes and events, we share knowledge on current political issues and help people develop practical skills for democracy. We connect people in dialogue and encourage democratic cooperation.

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