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The b° future festival brings together everyone who is committed to future-oriented journalism that benefits society. Organized by the Bonn Institute, the festival celebrates journalism that is critical, constructive and geared toward the needs of society in all its diversity. 

Participation and diversity are important for our democracy and for future-oriented journalism. And these values are central to our b° future festival in the heart of the international city of Bonn.

Alexandra Borchardt is giving a presentation; on the screen, there is an image of Greta Thunberg and the words "Key Findings." Lisa Urlbauer, Ruona Meyer, and Peter Schniering are sitting in chairs around her, listening
Panel: Climate Reporting for Engaged Audiences – featuring Lisa Urlbauer, Ruona Meyer, Alexandra Borchardt, and Peter Schniering
Hannah Storm steht an einem Rednerpult und spricht in ein Mikrofon. Links von ihr ein Regal mit Requisiten, hinter ihr groß das b° future Logo auf einer Leinwand.
Talk: How focussing on the wellbeing of our journalists will make journalism better – with Hannah Storm

We want to create a relaxed atmosphere for exchanging ideas. To do this, it's crucial that people from different backgrounds, of different ages, genders, races, religions, physical or cognitive abilities and sexual orientations feel comfortable.

We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying, threats or disrespectful comments at our events or on our social media channels, and we will take action against it. If you see or hear anything that seems to violate these rules, please let us know so that we can support those affected.

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