As we approach the upcoming elections in some of Germany’s federal states, it is imperative that we come together to prevent the rise of far-right parties and ensure that our country’s future remains inclusive and diverse. With the German Bundestag elections set for 2025, the stakes have never been higher.

At AVOW, we are proud to be an international company with over 31 different nationalities represented among our team. This diversity is not just a point of pride; it is the very foundation of our success. With only five Germans on our team, the rest of our workforce hails from all corners of the globe.

In light of the growing right-wing and polarising antidemocratic movement in Germany and beyond, this diversity is increasingly at risk. We are witnessing a disturbing trend where people of color, people with different opinions, people of various religions, and the LGBTQ+ community are no longer welcomed in the way they should be. Diversity is not just a corporate value for us; it’s embedded in our DNA. We rely on talent from all over the world to drive our business forward. We work in different countries across the globe, and without the support of our multicultural teams – whether they are based in Germany or abroad – we simply wouldn’t be where we are today.

Personally, I believe that diversity is the key to the success of any company or nation. We cannot afford to return to the dark times of exclusion and discrimination. We must look forward to a future where my daughters – and all children – can grow up in a world that celebrates differences, embraces various cultural backgrounds, and thrives on the exchange of ideas and perspectives. This should be the norm, and there is no reason anyone should believe otherwise.

In these challenging times, when we truly need to stand up against fascism and all parties that glorify the past and weaken democracy, many companies may feel hesitant to speak out about politics. However, the situation is so critical that we feel compelled to act. As a company with deep roots in Germany, we believe it is our responsibility to stand up against the tide of intolerance and support the values that make our society strong.

Over the coming months, we will be taking several actions to contribute to this cause. For now, we are starting with a donation to three organizations that we believe are making a significant impact in pushing back against the far-right movement in Germany. These organizations are actively working to create positive change and ensure that our future remains bright and inclusive.

CORRECTIV

Correctiv is a non-profit independent newsroom. Through investigative journalism, we expose systematic abuses, hold those in power accountable, and strengthen an open and democratic civil society. Donate HERE 

Zentrum für Politische Schönheit

With full imagination grasping reality: The Center for Political Beauty radicalizes the fight for human rights. The Center for Political Beauty is the radical wing of humanism: a stormtroop for establishing moral beauty, political poetry, and human magnanimity. We fuse the power of imagination with the power of history. Our core belief is that the lessons of the Holocaust are nullified through the repetition of political indifference, the rejection of those seeking help, and cowardice. Germany must not only learn from history but also act upon it. To remember is to fight! We arm reality with moral imagination and challenge Amnesty International because we believe that the fight for human rights must be fought more radically. This battle will not be won with hashtags, candlelight vigils, and online petitions but with imagination. The most helpful tool is fiction. Donate HERE 

Netzwerk für Demokratie und Courage

The NDC is a nationwide network driven by young people dedicated to promoting democracy and opposing inhumane ideologies. Its main focus areas include training young people to become multipliers and organizing project days, training sessions, and consultations at educational institutions and for many other groups. Donate HERE 

 

The Future is in All Our Hands

We encourage everyone—whether you are an individual or a company—to consider donating to these organizations. Together, we can make a difference. It’s time to ensure that the right people stay in parliament, that politics in Germany and beyond remains open and inclusive, and that we do not revert to past mistakes. Let’s protect the future for our children, our company, and our country.

Please join us in this vital effort.

Thank you for your support.