1014 - space for ideas

Reflecting on 2024 feels akin to standing in the heart of a snow globe. As things are shaking up at 1014 Fifth Avenue with construction underway, the whole world is rattled by pivotal elections, complex geopolitical challenges, and polarized discourse. The prospects for how these shifts will affect our lives swirl around us. In these turbulent times, we remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting trans-Atlantic relations within our space for ideas. This year, democracy took center stage in our programs. With more elections worldwide than ever before, we focused on critical issues such as the waning trust in democratic institutions and the rising violence against elected lawmakers. We continued our comparative conversation series, Let’s Talk Democracy, curated by Prof. Dr. Dr. Alexander Görlach, and launched a new virtual series, Across the Pond – Power, Politics, and Participation, moderated by Dr. Tobias Endler.   We also remained committed to addressing climate change. In partnership with Transsolar KlimaEngineering, we hosted the workshop NYC Apartment Hacks for Climate Action. In a salon-style evening with Claudia Mahler, we delved into Sustainability and Fashion. Additionally, we organized our annual virtual ClimateTech Founders Week in collaboration with Impact Hustlers.   Design, architecture, and technological innovations continued to play a significant role in our space for ideas. As part of the New York Archtober festival, we facilitated the panel discussion Designing Inclusive Futures – Urban Planning and Accessibility. We also explored the opportunities and challenges posed by Artificial Intelligence through a series of engaging events.   Art was another cornerstone of our of our programming in 2024, with a wide array of events highlighting its societal impact. From our four-day music festival Opera & Democracy to the The Sphere exhibition, we explored how artists across mediums create their work informed by political and personal identities. In a conversation organized by Alexander Polzin, we explored the role of public art in our societies.   Over the course of 36 events, more than 1,800 guests stepped through our doors at 1014 Fifth Avenue, joined us at the locations of our generous partners – including the American Council on Germany, the Goethe Institut and the Leo Baeck Institute – New York | Berlin - or participated in our virtual discussions.    As a blend of trepidation and excitement swirls around us, we hope that 2025 will bring you joy.   Thank you for being part of our 1014 community! Illustration by Emily Covington

Earlier this month, we were joined by world renowned composers Craig Urquhart, Sergei Newsky, Konstantia Gourzi, and Tamar Muskal for a moderated discussion with Sophia Zhou. The conversation explored identity in our globalized world, highlighting the composers' cultural origins and broader global contexts, followed by a captivating concert performance. We would like to thank Craig, Sergei, Konstantia, and Tomar, as well as the musicians from The Julliard School, for sharing their perspectives and talent with us. We would also like to thank Sophia for moderating, Alexander Polzin for curating the evening, the Leo Baeck Institute – New York | Berlin for their collaboration, The Halle Foundation (Atlanta) and the Friends of Freiburg Alumni North America for their generous sponsorship, and The Center for Jewish History for hosting us. A recording of the discussion and concert is now available on our website: https://lnkd.in/e2Yq9cUB Photos: Sarah Blesener

Happy Holidays! Things are shaking up at 1014, and we are excited to embark on the next phase of 1014 Fifth Avenue under construction with you. Illustration by Emily Covington

Curious about how the diversity of musical influences and backgrounds creates a rich and inclusive cultural landscape? Join us with the Leo Baeck Institute – New York | Berlin at the Center for Jewish History next week, on December 11th, as we explore this topic with musicians Craig Urquhart, Sergei Newsky, Konstantia Gourzi, and Tamar Muskal. Reserve your seat here: https://lnkd.in/e2Yq9cUB

In the wake of Election Day in the United States and the collapse of Germany's coalition government, it was time to take stock: What happened in the final weeks of the U.S. campaign, and what were the key factors behind former President Trump's decisive victory? Why did Chancellor Olaf Scholz dissolve his governing coalition in Germany? What do these election outcomes—Donald Trump’s win in the U.S. and the uncertainty surrounding Germany's future government after snap elections—mean for democracy and the trans-Atlantic relationship? We looked back at a tumultuous election year of 2024, featuring Politico reporter Emily Schultheis and TV journalist, moderator, and content creator Tessniem Kadiri. A recording is now available to view on our website! https://lnkd.in/eWwjKH6y This talk is part of our trans-Atlantic series “Across the Pond” in collaboration with OPEM - Open Embassy for Democracy and University of Cologne New York Office. Curated and moderated by Dr. Tobias Endler.

A new episode of Changed my Mind is now live via openDemocracy this time featuring Fernande Raine who leads the History Co-Lab. This episode centres on how to tackle the disillusionment of younger generations with democracy and the failures of “grown ups” to connect what's happened in the past to the societal challenges that we face now. Our conversation with Fernande covers everything from civic skills to how we teach history to the future of humanity; listen in at the links below: Apple: https://lnkd.in/esxhkxuT Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eu__D-Xs Acast: https://lnkd.in/egGKnqwk Thank you again to the sponsors of this series, 1014 - space for ideas. Alison (Ali) Goldsworthy Alexandra Chesterfield

In a globalized world, composers are navigating the delicate balance between their cultural roots and the broader, global landscape. Their music serves as a powerful medium for expressing and exploring these identities, offering a window into the complexities of fostering a rich and inclusive cultural landscape. Join us on December 11th at the Center for Jewish History for an inspiring conversation with world-renowned composers, Craig Urquhart, Sergei Newsky, Konstantia Gourzi, and Tamar Muskal, who will share their perspectives on identity in a globalized world and present excerpts from their music. The discussion, moderated by pianist and concert curator Sophia Zhou and curated and co-moderated by sculptor and artist Alexander Polzin, will include music provided by The Juilliard School School, as well as performer Omar El Okdah. Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear from leading voices in the world of contemporary music. Register: https://lnkd.in/e2Yq9cUB The event is organized in collaboration with the Leo Baeck Institute – New York | Berlin and generously sponsored by The Halle Foundation (Atlanta) and the FRIENDS OF FREIBURG UNIVERSITY LTD.

💥This week! What lessons can we learn from the big #election year 2024? Join us online for a look behind the headlines!🔍 🇺🇸As we witness a new #Trump administration taking shape in the #US while #Germany's governing coalition collapsed, it is time to look back on the political turn of events that led us to this point. For our next virtual "Across the Pond" discussion "Mind the Gap", an expert panel will check in on the state of #democracy on both sides of the #Atlantic at the end of a consequential year.🇩🇪 ⏰Wednesday, November 20 | 12-1 PM EST / 18-19 Uhr CET 🗣️Emily Schultheis, POLITICO reporter | Tessniem Kadiri, TV journalist, and content creator | moderated by Dr. Tobias Endler, curator, author, and University of Cologne colleague 📍Virtual event 🔗RSVP link in the comment section 🤝Our UoC #NY office is honored to co-host the series alongside 1014 - space for ideas and OPEM - Open Embassy for Democracy.🙌 🎓Curious how the outcome of the U.S. election affects #transatlantic #sciencerelations? The recording of the latest KIWi policy talk by the DAAD German Academic Exchange Service is now online for you to watch via the link in the comments!🎥 💭The event features Prof. Dr. Annette 'Nina' Gray from New York University, Prof. Dr. Young-Kee Kim from the American Physical Society and the University of Chicago, Ralf Beste from Auswärtiges Amt (Federal Foreign Office) Germany, and Prof. Dr. Joybrato Mukherjee, President of the DAAD and University of Cologne Rector discussing both the opportunities and challenges for the transatlantic scientific community under the next #POTUS and his administration. The discussion was moderated by Sandra Pfister, Deutschlandradio and part of the Falling Walls Foundation's Science Summit.🤓 🤗We hope you enjoy the recording and that you can join us online this Wednesday!🔜 #InternationalRelations #ScienceDiplomacy #Politics EUniWell - European University for Well-Being Katja Wiesbrock Donovan Dr. Nina Lemmens Dr. Kathrin DiPaola Jamie Isaacs Moritz Lohmann Mehr Demokratie e.V. Christopher Walker American Council on Germany Cynthia Miller-Idriss Amy Davidson Sorkin Steven E Sokol Lisa Hollenbach American Friends of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Friedrich Ebert Stiftung - Washington DC Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Embassy of Germany in Washington, D.C. German Consulate General New York German Center for Research and Innovation (DWIH) New York Stefanie Bolzen KölnAlumni - Das Netzwerk der Universität zu Köln Sandra Navidi

🫨What plot twist is next in this political thriller of an #election year 2024? After a historic political comeback in the #US and the collapse of #Germany's coalition government, it is time to take stock.📊 🗣️Join us online next week as we look back at the tumultuous current developments in both countries during our next Across the Pond event: "Mind the Gap - A Look Back on the Big Election Year" featuring POLITICO reporter Emily Schultheis and TV journalist, moderator, and content creator Tessniem Kadiri, as well as curator, author, and UoC colleague Dr. Tobias Endler, who will be moderating the discussion.💥 ⏰Wednesday, November 20 | 12-1 PM EST / 18-19 Uhr CET 📍Virtual event 🔗RSVP link in the comment section 🇺🇸In the wake of a new but also already known #President-elect in the United States and with a fast-tracked #ElectionCampaign and the search for a new government in Germany, we are confronted with some head scratchers: What happened in the final weeks of the U.S. campaign, and what were the key factors behind former President #Trump's decisive victory? Why did #Chancellor Olaf Scholz dissolve his governing coalition in Germany? What do these developments mean for #democracy and the #transatlantic relationship?🇩🇪 🤝Our University of Cologne NY office is honored to co-host the series alongside 1014 - space for ideas and the OPEM - Open Embassy for Democracy.🙌 🔜We hope you can join us online!🤗 #InternationalRelations #Politics #Wahlkampf EUniWell - European University for Well-Being Katja Wiesbrock Donovan Dr. Nina Lemmens Montag Stiftung Jugend und Gesellschaft Dr. Kathrin DiPaola Jamie Isaacs Moritz Lohmann Bundeszentrale für politische Bildung / Federal Agency for Civic Education Mehr Demokratie e.V. Democracy International Christopher Walker American Council on Germany Cynthia Miller-Idriss Amy Davidson Sorkin Steven E Sokol Goethe-Institut New York Deutsches Haus at NYU Markus Krah Lisa Hollenbach American Friends of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Friedrich Ebert Stiftung - Washington DC Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Embassy of Germany in Washington, D.C. German Consulate General New York German Center for Research and Innovation (DWIH) New York Stefanie Bolzen DAAD German Academic Exchange Service (USA) DFG North America KölnAlumni - Das Netzwerk der Universität zu Köln Klaus Larres Cornelia Jarasch Sandra Navidi Rachel Labi

Shortly after Election Day in the United States, it is time to take stock: What happened during the final campaign weeks; what were the decisive factors for former President Trump’s landslide victory? What does the election outcome mean for democracy and the trans-Atlantic relationship? Join us on November 20th as we look back on a turbulent election year 2024 in the U.S. and in the transatlantic arena with Politico politics reporter Emily Schultheis, and TV-journalist, moderator, and content creator Tessniem Kadiri. This talk is part of our trans-Atlantic series “Across the Pond” in collaboration with OPEM - Open Embassy for Democracy (OPEM) and University of Cologne New York Office. Curated and moderated by Dr. Tobias Endler. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eWwjKH6y