Berlin today is a lively, diverse, and welcoming city, drawing in creative young people from around the world.
But alongside its vibrancy, Berlin grapples with new challenges, both global and local. Climate change, global conflicts, housing shortages, and an immigration crisis have clouded our outlook for the future.
This uncertainty weighs heavily on the city's youth. Many are losing hope, feeling anxious, and facing mental health struggles. We see fewer births, increased radicalization in climate activism, and rising support for extremist views among young people, like those of the AfD.
It's a tough time for Berliners, but it's also when we need to come together to build a brighter future.
Surrounded by negative headlines, what's missing is a sense of hope and a positive vision for the future of Berlin.
That's where Manifest Berlin comes in. It's a project that uses art and technology to create a positive vision of Berlin's future. Once we see it, we'll know the way forward.