Falling Walls Foundation gGmbH

We are the Falling Walls Foundation, a unique global hub where science, business, and society converge. Our core mission is to shape the future of humanity by championing impact-oriented ideas and discoveries. We are driven by a shared dedication to fostering breakthroughs that transcend borders and disciplines. Inspired by the world-changing spirit of 1989 and the fall of the Berlin Wall, we are on a relentless quest to identify and dismantle the next barriers in science and society. Our journey began in 2009, on the 20th anniversary of that historic event, and since then, we have cultivated an ever-expanding network of the most ambitious and forward-thinking minds from across the globe. Our community is built upon extraordinary experiences of gathering, learning, and connecting to a higher purpose: tackling the greatest challenges facing our planet. Together, we champion the freedom of thought and scientific research, striving to make groundbreaking ideas accessible to everyone.

At our heart, we believe in the profound value of dialogue that knows no borders. We are committed to building alliances for a more open, peaceful, and sustainable world. To this end, we empower scientists to share their knowledge with the widest possible audience, fostering thinking and impact that are both socially and geographically inclusive. As a science-driven, creative organization with an international and interdisciplinary mindset, we hold ourselves to the highest standards. We are meticulous in ensuring the relevance and quality of our activities, all designed to help science engage audiences in innovative and impactful ways. We create a variety of initiatives, from innovative real-world spaces to novel digital platforms, all dedicated to showcasing future-paving scientific ideas from around the world. We inspire by tapping into the inherent wonder and awe of science, building bridges between those who dedicate their lives to world-changing tasks. We facilitate discourse and cooperation among the global avant-garde of researchers, decision-makers, thinkers, artists, and emerging talents, all united by the question: Which are the next walls to fall?