Employer profile
Walter-Kolb-Stiftung e.V.
Frankfurt am Main, DEImpact-drivenAssociationEducationSocial Impact
Impact3Sustainability Goals
LocationFrankfurt am Main
About us
Walter-Kolb-Stiftung e.V. is a non-profit association dedicated to education since 1959. It provides free, independent, and neutral advice on all matters related to education and career. The organization supports individuals in career choice, re-entering the workforce after breaks, professional reorientation, and further education. Through projects like "BiNa" and "Initiative ProAbschluss," it promotes professional integration. The foundation has opened new perspectives for over 40,000 individuals and is permanently funded by the Department for Education, Real Estate and New Construction of the City of Frankfurt am Main. It operates at various locations in Bad Homburg and Frankfurt.
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Sustainability Goals
Quality Education
Free Educational Counseling for All Life Stages
The Walter-Kolb-Stiftung e.V. provides comprehensive, independent counseling on school, professional, and university degrees, as well as vocational training, expanding educational opportunities for all.
Decent Work & Economic Growth
Pathways to Qualified Work and Professional Integration
Through projects like BiNa and its competence center, the organization promotes professional integration and qualification for job seekers, enabling their access to decent work.
Reduced Inequalities
Equality of Opportunity Through Accessible Educational Guidance
The free and independent counseling enables individuals from various backgrounds to pursue education and career paths, thereby reducing social inequalities.
FAQs
Q1What is the mission of Walter-Kolb-Stiftung e.V.?
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Walter-Kolb-Stiftung e.V. has been dedicated to education since 1959, offering free, independent, and neutral advice on all matters related to education and career. Its mission is to open new perspectives for individuals' educational and professional journeys.
Q2What consultation services does Walter-Kolb-Stiftung e.V. offer?
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The organization offers comprehensive consultation on topics such as finding desired professions, re-entering the workforce after a break, identifying new career paths, professional further education, school, professional, or university degrees, and understanding personal strengths and potential funding.
Q3What impact does Walter-Kolb-Stiftung e.V. have on society?
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Walter-Kolb-Stiftung e.V. has helped over 40,000 individuals find new perspectives for their educational and professional journeys. Through projects like "BiNa" and "Initiative ProAbschluss," it significantly contributes to professional integration and qualification.
Q4How is Walter-Kolb-Stiftung e.V. funded?
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The organization is permanently funded by the Department for Education, Real Estate and New Construction of the City of Frankfurt am Main, ensuring a strong public partnership and institutional stability. Additionally, projects are supported by various third-party funds.
Q5Where can interested individuals access consultation services from Walter-Kolb-Stiftung e.V.?
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Consultations are available at various locations, including regular sessions in Bad Homburg and open consultation hours at the Welcome & Information Center and the City Library in Frankfurt am Main.
Q6How can interested individuals learn about and apply for job openings at Walter-Kolb-Stiftung e.V.?
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Interested individuals can find current job openings at Walter-Kolb-Stiftung e.V. on their website at walter-kolb.de/verein/stellenangebote/. Applications are typically made by downloading and submitting PDF documents.
Q7Which Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does Walter-Kolb-Stiftung e.V. contribute to?
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The organization primarily contributes to SDG 4 (Quality Education). Secondarily, it supports SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) through its work in education and career counseling.
