How do we get out of here?
On anxieties about the future and a constructive approach to multiple crises
For a just, fair, equitable economy
We are a non-profit think tank based in Leipzig. We have been working on issues of socio-ecological transformation, climate justice, and transformative education since 2012.
New Projects
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Growing together – ESD in times of crisis
A one-year training series
For educators in education for sustainable development and global learning. We practice creating spaces that are accessible and enable critical reflection, where there is room for emotions and self-awareness, and where positive visions of the future are strengthened.
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What holds the world together?
Online event series on solidarity in times of crisis
Seven insights and conversations from people in political movements and emancipatory organizations
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Strengthened by the crisis
Time for exchange, change of perspective, future skills
In these times of crisis, one thing is clear: we need more than just perseverance! Here you will meet people who face similar challenges, you can reflect on your situation and afterwards, strengthened with new analyses, impulses and tools, shape change processes.
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Consulting on digital collaboration within the organization
Working independently with open-source tools
We offer a range of free consultations on digital working methods for civil society organizations. The focus is on designing a self-determined digital infrastructure based on open-source tools.
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For concern!
Strengthening queer feminist movements
Strengthening alliances, raising the status of care work, and advancing networking: Feminists and trade unionists are invited to a queer-feminist educational weekend in early August in Torgau (Northern Saxony). Let's learn from and with each other!
Strong together for a just future
We are committed to structural change in society. To achieve this, we need people like you on our side.
Upcoming events
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12Sep.
One world?
On separations and ways of reconnecting
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16Sep.
Introduction to Climate Reparations
Why climate reparations?
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17Sep.
Children and youth participation in structural change (Module 1/3)
Qualification series for skilled workers
Latest Posts
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The money with the anger
How ragebait on social media is influencing the film industry
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The Global North must change now!
The North must stop giving instructions to the Global South.
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“We need public solidarity”
Labor dispute in Leipzig: Interview with employees of the University Hospital
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Labor disputes in care work
Between trade union organizing and mutual aid
Current publications
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Self-understanding regarding climate justice and climate reparations
Approach and position
We work on climate justice and climate reparations. In our mission statement, we describe why we work on this issue, what understanding and approach we pursue, and what positions guide us. -
#3 Community, Performance & Care
What's happening in the ballroom community in Leipzig?
In this episode, we talk to Ras, a founding member of truecolours and the ballroom community in Leipzig, about the local scene. How did the ballroom scene in Leipzig originate? What are the essential elements and categories of the ballroom scene here? -
Framework for Global Development
Education for Sustainable Development in upper secondary school - Economics
The new orientation framework for global development unites perspectives from schools, educational administration, science and civil society for anchoring education for sustainable development in the education system. -
#2 Stay, grow, be visible
Queer-feminist work in Görlitz
How has the understanding of which target groups feminist services reach in Görlitz developed over the years? What can we learn from the feminist*forum to think about feminist movements together? -
No justice without global
Our projects in 2025
Global justice doesn't happen automatically. It begins where people start working together. Our work starts precisely there: It creates spaces where connections become visible – and where people can think together about how change is possible.
The current economy is unfair
With the work of Konzeptwerk, we therefore want to give people the confidence to change society on their own terms. We connect social movements, academia, and civil society – and create learning spaces for critical educational work. Together, we work on feasible concepts and identify what is blocking change. Our goal in everything we do: a good life for all.
In the press
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"Let's unite as queer feminists in times of budget cuts!" – Article about Für Sorge!
The "Concept Workshop for a New Economy" invites you to an educational weekend from August 7th to 9th, entitled "For Care - Strengthening Queer Feminist Movements." A queer feminist networking event in times of budget cuts and a shift to the right. Seven workshops, a moderated discussion, and a film screening.
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Pulling together in times of crisis – Chris Neuffer in the “Current” format
In the interview, Chris Neuffer invites you to the feminist education weekend "For Care!" in Torgau and tells you what visitors can expect at the queer-feminist weekend in Torgau.
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Take advantage of Saxony-wide ESD (Education for Sustainable Development) programs: Extracurricular educational providers make sustainability tangible.
The Saxon Ministry of Education reports on our program for teacher training students at the Center for Teacher Education and School Research (ZLS) at the University of Leipzig. Under the title "My School, Our World," the global dimension of effective Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) was made tangible through practical experience.
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Interview: Nature – The History of Our Planet
Nine female experts discuss their visions: how we can protect nature, end exploitation, respect the limits of our planet, and rethink the economy for a just and sustainable future. Our colleague Nora talks about room for maneuver and hope.
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Environmental associations fear that the costs of mining in Saxony will be passed on to the general public
Sina Reisch is a guest on Radio Blau's Mittagspause Magazin. For decades, lignite was mined in the Lusatian region and the Leipzig region. What remained were vast, lunar landscapes whose recultivation costs billions. Who is bearing these costs?