Netzwerk für Demokratie und Courage e.V.

The main mission of the NDC is to promote and strengthen the development of civil society structures and democratic culture. The central values of the network include:

• Clear Stance Against Inhumane Opinions: The NDC takes a firm stand against racism, discrimination, and other inhumane attitudes.
• Education and Knowledge Transfer: It aims to impart knowledge and stimulate critical thinking.
• Promotion of Civil Courage: The network encourages people to stand up against discrimination and advocate for fair coexistence.
• Solidarity with Affected Individuals: It promotes solidarity with people who experience discrimination.
• Democratic Engagement of Young People: The NDC encourages young people to engage democratically and actively participate in society[1][3][5].

In recent years, the NDC has distinguished itself through numerous sustainable initiatives and successes:

• Nationwide Presence: The network is active in 13 federal states as well as in France and Austria, and has a strong presence in the civil society landscape.
• Long-term Partnerships: It has been continuously collaborating with many schools and organizations for nearly 20 years.
• Extensive Educational Work: By the end of 2023, over 5,000 team members have been trained, more than 26,000 project days have been conducted, and nearly 578,000 students have been reached[3].
• Acknowledgments and Awards: The NDC has received numerous awards and recognitions for its commitment, such as the "Active for Democracy and Tolerance" award and the "Ehrensache" award[1].

The Netzwerk für Demokratie und Courage is a vibrant and effective platform that mobilizes young people to promote a democratic and tolerant society and combat inhumane thinking. Through its comprehensive educational and consultation services, the NDC significantly contributes to strengthening civil society structures in Germany.

• 1 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Netzwerk_f%C3%BCr_Demokratie_und_Courage
• 2 - https://www.courage-thueringen.de
• 3 - https://www.netzwerk-courage.de/ueber-uns/
• 4 - https://demokratie-gewinnt.rlp.de/mitglieder/germany/rheinland-pfalz/mainz/netzwerk-fuer-demokratie-und-courage-ndc/
• 5 - https://www.netzwerk-courage.de