NeighborhoodInnovation: Looking for community projects that serve as role models for Germany's future

11.01.2016 12:28

Under the motto “NeighbourhoodInnovation – Community as a Model of Success” the “Outstanding Places in the Land of Ideas” competition of the initiative “Germany – Land of Ideas” and Deutsche Bank for 2016 starts today. “Community and neighborhood are success factors for the innovative "To find solutions for tasks that strengthen Germany as a business location and promote its future viability," says Jürgen Fitschen, Co-Chairman of the Board of Directors of Deutsche Bank, explaining this year's theme of the Germany-wide innovation competition.

100 powerful ideas for a society of togetherness

The application period for projects from business, culture, science, the environment, education and society runs until March 3, 2016. Projects that use the potential of neighbors and focus on the added value of collective action can apply - whether in cooperation, economic communities, networks or neighborhood initiatives.

Under www.auszeichene-orte.de Companies, social entrepreneurs, project developers, art and cultural institutions, universities, social and church institutions, initiatives, clubs, associations, cooperatives and private initiators can submit their applications. A 17-member independent jury, supported by an expert advisory board, selects the best 100 ideas.

“Successful collaborations, strong networks and exemplary cooperation are essential in order to be able to meet the current challenges in this country. It is up to all of us to continue working on Germany’s future,” explains Ulrich Grillo, President of the Federation of German Industries. V. (BDI) and President of Germany – Land of Ideas e. v.