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In our latest newsletter, we – together with our new Executive Director, Seyran Bostancı – look back on 2025: on the development of new projects and the continuation of existing ones, and on some of the many current crises and challenges in Europe and the world. We also provide an initial outlook on our activities in the coming year.
The European Advent Concert 2025 once again brought together over a thousand visitors in Berlin’s Sophienkirche and offered a diverse program of communal singing, musical performances, and spoken contributions. We look back on an evening that demonstrated how powerfully art can connect people and how much diversity enriches Europe. Our heartfelt thanks go to the Hertie Foundation, whose support made the concert possible.
Dr Seyran Bostancı has taken over as Executive Director of the Schwarzkopf Foundation Young Europe on December 1, 2025. The sociologist previously worked at the German Center for Integration and Migration Research (DeZIM). She follows Tomáš Sacher, who is leaving the foundation at his own request. Bostancı will strengthen the foundation's profile in the field of digital democracy, and continue to work with young people for an open, united, and pluralistic Europe.
The young jury recognizes Diallo “as an emblematic figure in raising awareness about racism in French society and being one of the most prominent anti-racism activists in France.” With the award, the jury underlines the importance of her role in French media, showing an “unwavering commitment to fighting for human (…)
The Youth Movement & Campaign Accelerator (YMCA) offers young people across Europe the opportunity to engage in and strengthen European democracy. Our educational network Understanding Europe is cooperating with the French youth organization European Alternatives on this project, which is co-financed by the European Union. Applications can be submitted until September 17.
Magdolna Kremmer, advocates for disadvantaged children and young people in Hungary. For her tireless work for more educational justice, the foundation now awarded her as Young European of the Year 2025. In this interview, she speaks about her commitment, the structural challenges she faces – and why a small gesture can sometimes change everything.