Dear Sir or Madam,
For the third time, we present to you a joint summary of the projects and plans of the Krzyżowa Network. This publication was created thanks to the cooperation between the Krzyżowa Foundation for European Understanding, the Freya von Moltke Foundation, and Kreisau-Initiative e.V.
In the attached brochure, you will find an overview of the diverse areas of activity of our organizations. In addition to international youth work – the heart of Krzyżowa – we show how Krzyżowa connects civil society in Europe and how its historical heritage is reflected in local and international actions.
It also reminds us of a historic moment – the Reconciliation Mass 35 years ago – and shows how the idea of building bridges between nations is continued today through:
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youth meetings and educational activities,
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historical, social, and cultural projects,
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Krzyżowa-Music – an example of combining art and social reflection,
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nurturing the memory of Helmuth James von Moltke and his legacy.
The publication has been prepared in German and will soon also be available in Polish.
Krzyżowa holds immense value – in many ways. One of its unique features was aptly described by Viola von Cramon-Taubadel:
“Here, a person calms down. The tension eases, and with it much of what blocks us on a daily basis: the excess of stimuli, overload, polarization. […] When people relax, they start to listen. They become open to new ideas.”
We invite you, as you read this annual edition, to open yourselves up to the unique place that is Krzyżowa – and to the three organizations that jointly care for its preservation and development.
