Demographic change affects the whole of Germany, but is most noticeable at a local level. Here we can see what it means when our society becomes older and more diverse. Young and older citizens need different urban infrastructures; and these are also the communities to which immigrants arrive or into which the disadvantaged are integrated. At the same time, the towns, cities, districts and regions of the Federal Republic differ greatly.

We invite all those who bear responsibility for the issues of demographic change to be inspired by national and international thought leaders and proven good practice projects at the Körber Symposium on Demographic Change. The symposium sets the tone for a positive perception of the opportunities of demographic change. In this way, it contributes to ensuring that our communities remain places worth living in in the future.

The annual symposia are dedicated to changing topics such as age, work, commitment or housing. They are aimed at decision-makers from politics, business, welfare organisations and municipalities. But representatives from administrations, social organisations, trade unions, culture, education, science and foundations are also welcome. With the Körber Symposium on Demographic Change, we set ourselves the goal of ensuring that municipalities in Germany recognise the potential of demographic change and actively shape the changes in society and the public sphere.