Get involved
Become a member, partner or sponsor
Whether as a private individual, a company or an institution – there are several ways to help shape and support the platform.
Membership
Forms of membership
Full membership
Natural persons. Full voting rights at the general meeting and active involvement in shaping the programme and projects.
Supporting membership
Individuals, companies, organisations. Moral or material support for the association, with the right to attend and speak at the general meeting. Legal entities and partnerships are admitted as supporting members.
Honorary membership
On the proposal of the board. For individuals who have rendered outstanding service to the association; exempt from contributions.
Partnership and sponsorship
Ways of working together
| Format | Examples |
|---|---|
| Event sponsorship | Support for individual forums, conferences, themed evenings or cultural evenings – with acknowledgement as a supporter |
| Project partnership | Joint educational, cultural or digital projects with institutions, associations and companies |
| Contributions in kind | Rooms, equipment, catering, travel and translation services for events |
| Supporting membership | A lasting connection with the association for companies and institutions |
| Advisory council | Advisory involvement without membership of the association, appointed by the board for three years |
Applications for membership are submitted to the board in text form. The schedule of contributions is decided by the general meeting; until then no contributions are levied.
Next steps
Three steps to take part
Whether as a private individual, a company or an institution – getting started is straightforward.
Get in touch
A short message by e-mail or telephone – we will reply promptly.
Conversation
A personal discussion of aims, formats and suitable forms of involvement.
Agreement
Application for membership, partnership or sponsorship agreement.