The recipients of funding for cooperation projects from ‘Transformation Knowledge about Democracies in Transition’ will meet in Hanover from 1 to 3 December 2025 to present their projects, engage in discussion and network. Participation is by invitation only.
All grant recipients for cooperation projects within the first selelction round of the program “Transformational Knowledge about Democracies in Transition” will meet in Hanover from December 1 to 3, 2025, to present their projects, engage in discussion, and for networking.
The Volkswagen Foundation invites all grant recipients from the first selection round for cooperation projects in its funding program "Transformation Knowledge about Democracies in Transition – Transdisciplinary Perspectives" to a kick-off event in Hanover. The forum offers an opportunity to network, explore opportunities for cooperation, and discuss with other grantees and external guests all the challenges that have arisen in the implementation of the cooperation projects. These include, among other things, shaping the cooperation between scientific and non-scientific partners, communicating about one's own research (science communication), and collaboration in turbulent times. In addition, the funded researchers and partners outside academia will present their projects.
On December 2, the foundations will invite the task forces funded in the first selection round in 2024 to a joint evening program to present their project results to the new grant recipients from 2025 for cooperation projects and to engage in an exchange about possible collaborations and synergies. They will present in particular on best practice examples of how research results can be translated into concrete recommendations for action and how to engage in a meaningful dialogue with relevant decision-makers.
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Where do the Volkswagen Foundation events take place?
The events take place at the Xplanatorium Herrenhausen Palace, Herrenhäuser Straße 5, 30419 Hanover. Access by public transport: Üstra lines 4 and 5, stop 'Herrenhäuser Gärten'
How do I get to the Xplanatorium Herrenhausen?
- by public transport: tram lines 4 and 5, bus line 136: stop "Herrenhäuser Gärten" or "Schaumburgstraße".
- by bike: There are bike racks in front of the Xplanatorium. E-bike batteries should be taken into the building and not left on the bike.
- by car: The car parks around the Xplanatorium are subject to a charge. There are a few free car parks in the "Alte Herrenhäuser Straße".
- by train: Hanover main station is excellently connected through many long-distance trains from all over Germany and in some cases from other European countries.
- by plane: Please check whether a flight can be replaced by a train connection. Hanover Airport is directly connected to the S-Bahn network in the greater Hanover area. Please take the S5 towards Paderborn or Bad Pyrmont from the airport to get to the city center.
How much are the fees for participating at academic events?
There are no registration fees for participating at conferences, symposia or academic workshops.
When can I check in and get my name tag at the venue?
You can check in 60 minutes before the event begins.
Is the venue barrier-free?
The Xplanatorium Herrenhausen is barrier-free.
Are the academic events recorded or broadcast live (streaming)?
As a rule, academic events are not recorded or broadcast live (streaming) in order to enable the participants to talk about research results that have not yet been published and to obtain corresponding feedback.
I wish to attend an academic event as member of the audience. Who will cover my travel and accommodation costs and do the necessary bookings?
The participants bear the costs for travel and accommodation themselves. We ask all participants without an active part to take care of their own hotel and travel arrangements. If we provide a contingent of rooms at a specific hotel, you will find more information on the respective event pages.
I am a speaker, chair, or travel grantee at an academic event. Who will cover my travel and accommodation costs and do the necessary bookings?
Please get in touch with the respective contact person for the event. You can find the contact details on the website for the event.
Are food preferences and/or intolerances taken care of?
They are usually taken care of. Please indicate your preferences when registering for the event. Catering/Meals at Volkswagen Foundation events are all vegetarian with several vegan options.
Is there a cloakroom?
At Volkswagen Foundation events held at the Xplanatorium Herrenhausen, you are welcome to use our cloakroom free of charge.
I lost or forgot something at an event at the Xplanatorium, whom can I contact?
Please contact Schloss Herrenhausen Veranstaltungs- und Betriebs GmbH at: +49 511-763 744-0
Who can I contact if I have further questions?
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