WESTA e.V. is a non-profit association based in Berlin that has been dedicated to high-quality pedagogical work since its founding in 2012. The association currently operates four daycare centers with around 180 childcare places in Berlin Marzahn-Hellersdorf and is also involved in a variety of social projects that primarily support socially disadvantaged and migrant families[1][2][3].
The main concern of WESTA e.V. is the promotion of interculturality, tolerance and international understanding through innovative and current pedagogical concepts. The daycare centers focus on health and exercise promotion, combined with individual development of the children. The pedagogical work is based on the latest methods and places great emphasis on the support of socially disadvantaged children, the integration of different cultures as well as intercultural education and training. The projects include linguistic support for the Russian language, aesthetic-musical offers and special support for children with disabilities[1][2][3][4].
In addition to the daycare operation, WESTA e.V. is involved in the implementation and promotion of educational opportunities for children, young people and adults as well as cultural and integration-promoting events. The association initiates and operates meeting places and advice centers, for example for relatives of prisoners, and is committed to strengthening civic engagement. The focus is on the active mediation of democratic values, the development of personal responsibility and responsibility towards other people[2][3].
Sustainability is also understood as social responsibility at WESTA e.V.. The association is a certified member of the Initiative Social Responsibility, which is committed to the well-being of employees and social sustainability in the company. The operating culture is characterized by appreciation, respect and an open error culture, which promotes a healthy, motivating working environment[4].
Overall, WESTA e.V. stands for holistic, value-oriented education and care that is geared towards social empowerment, integration and sustainable development - with the aim of supporting and promoting children and families in their social and cultural diversity in the best possible way.
This description is based on the content of the official website of WESTA e.V. as well as supplementary information from industry portals and association directories (as of 2025).
