ToleranzRäume

What ToleranzRäume does

ToleranzRäume is a German civic education initiative operated by the registered non-profit association Toleranz-Tunnel e.V., headquartered in Detmold with an additional office in Berlin. Founded in 2020 and launched publicly in 2023, the project delivers a mobile touring exhibition that travels to cities, municipalities, schools, universities, and civil society organizations across Germany to promote tolerance, respect, and democratic engagement. The core product is a physical pop-up exhibition built around a container structure (approximately 2.30m x 9.80m x 2.40m) and ring installations (approximately 7m diameter), supplemented by interactive displays, a Wimmelbild educational illustration depicting tolerance and intolerance, a "first aid wall against stereotyping," and a Wissensspeicher knowledge repository.

The organization's product portfolio extends beyond the physical exhibition to include a virtual tour for online access, downloadable educational materials for primary and secondary schools, a trained volunteer guide program (ToleranzTeamer), a Tolerance City digital game, and site-specific accompanying programs (readings, concerts, panel discussions, workshops). The website supports five languages (German, English, Turkish, Russian, Ukrainian), and tour locations are scheduled years in advance with confirmed dates extending into 2027.

ToleranzRäume operates on a non-commercial model: all exhibitions and educational materials are provided free of charge to host venues and visitors, with the organization absorbing transport, installation, security, and staffing costs. Primary funding comes from the German Bundestag (federal parliament) through a cross-factional majority decision, with supplementary income from individual donations processed via twingle GmbH. The project holds patronage from Dr. Felix Klein, the Federal Government Commissioner for Jewish Life and the Fight against Antisemitism, and maintains strategic partnerships with KIgA e.V., the University of Bielefeld, and a growing network of municipal and educational hosts. Leadership comprises a board chaired by Prof. em. Matitjahu Kellig with Torsten Heinrich as Chairman of the Executive Board, and Dr. Martin Anduschus as Managing Director, supported by a six-person team.

Name

ToleranzRäume

Legal name

Toleranz-Tunnel e.V.

Website

https://toleranzraeume.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

ToleranzRäume is a German non-profit operating a free, federally funded mobile touring exhibition on tolerance and democracy that visits 30+ cities, schools, and institutions across Germany annually, serving the general public, educational institutions, and local municipalities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Civic Education Exhibition

NAICS

Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions (712)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Museum & Landmark Guided Tours (Skip-the-line/Docent-led) (THAJAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Local Community & Multi-Category Fairs (MPAGAFAO), Alternative OOH & Ambient Media (Guerrilla, Pop-Up Installations) (BPAFALAI)

Keywords

• Civic education programs
• Democracy education
• Mobile exhibition tours
• Tolerance training
• Political education

Headquarters

HQ city

Detmold

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Federal Government Funding: The project is funded by the German Bundestag (federal parliament) through a majority decision across most political factions. This constitutes the primary funding source.
2. Donations: Individual donations accepted through the website via twingle GmbH donation form. Visitors and supporters can contribute financially to support the project.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ToleranzRäume operates a touring mobile pop-up exhibition that travels to cities and municipalities across Germany to promote respect, tolerance, and democracy. The physical exhibition includes a container structure and ring installation deployed in public spaces, complemented by a wimmelbild (interactive illustration), educational materials for schools, trained volunteer guides, a virtual tour, and accompanying cultural programs such as readings, concerts, and workshops. The exhibition and all related services are provided free of charge to visitors and host venues, with funding primarily from the German Bundestag.

Product overview

ToleranzRäume is a civic education initiative consisting of a mobile traveling exhibition (the core product) that tours Germany, complemented by virtual tour access, educational materials for schools, trained Tolerance Guides (ToleranzTeamer), a digital game (Tolerance City), and accompanying cultural programs. The portfolio operates as a single unified offering centered on the physical exhibition, with digital and educational extensions that enhance accessibility and engagement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ToleranzRäume Mobile Exhibition A traveling pop-up exhibition that tours German cities promoting respect, tolerance, and democracy. The mobile exhibition features interactive displays, a container structure, and a ring installation (approximately 7m diameter) deployed in public spaces.
• Virtual Exhibition Tour Digital virtual version of the physical exhibition allowing online access to exhibition content and guided video tours through the exhibition space for those unable to attend in person.
• Educational Materials Teaching and educational resources for primary and secondary schools covering topics of tolerance, democracy, and diversity, including downloadable materials and the wimmelbild (busy picture) for classroom use.
• Tolerance Guides (ToleranzTeamer) Trained volunteer guides who provide tours of the exhibition and conduct workshops at educational institutions, receiving training from the ToleranzRäume educational team.
• Accompanying Program Supplementary events and activities organized at each exhibition location, including readings, concerts, panel discussions, and workshops that expand on the exhibition's themes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Exhibition tours to 30+ locations per year across Germany
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration6 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Dr. Felix Klein (Federal Government Commissioner for Jewish Life and the Fight against Antisemitism)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Felix Klein serves as patron (Schirmherr) of the project, providing official governmental support and credibility to the tolerance education initiative.
• KIgA e.V. (Crossing Borders Initiative - Political Education for Migration Society)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKIgA e.V. is a cooperation partner providing expertise in antisemitism-critical education and political education for migrant societies. They contribute educational content and methodology to the exhibition.
• University of BielefeldcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner providing scientific monitoring and evaluation of the exhibition's impact on democracy education and tolerance awareness.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Haus der Geschichte der Bundesrepublik Deutschland: Major German history museum in Bonn with permanent and traveling exhibitions covering contemporary German history, democracy, and societal development. Comparable museum-format educational institution addressing German history and democratic values.
• Deutsches Historisches Museum: Berlin-based national history museum with extensive permanent and traveling exhibitions. Larger incumbent institution covering German historical themes including democracy development, with educational programming aimed at schools and general public.
• Stiftung Berliner Mauer / Berlin Wall Memorial: Foundation operating the Berlin Wall Memorial with educational programs on division, freedom, and democratic values. Comparable German memorial site with civic education programming and school engagement on tolerance-related themes.
• Bundeszentrale für politische Bildung (bpb): Germany's federal government agency for civic and political education. While much larger and offering a broader portfolio (publications, conferences, online content), bpb operates in the same civic education space and shares the same government funding ecosystem as ToleranzRäume.

Direct peers

• Amadeu Antonio Stiftung: Foundation working to strengthen democratic civil society and combat antisemitism, racism, and right-wing extremism in Germany. Directly comparable mission and similar target audiences (schools, municipalities, civil society organizations).
• Gegen Vergessen – Für Demokratie e.V. German non-profit dedicated to remembrance work and democratic civil courage, with similar mission focus on tolerance and civic engagement. Comparable as a civic society initiative addressing historical responsibility and contemporary democratic participation.
• Anne Frank House (Amsterdam): International museum and educational institution with established touring exhibitions on Anne Frank's life and contemporary tolerance themes. Comparable as a mobile exhibition operator with similar content focus and educational mission.
• Schwarzkopf-Stiftung Junges Europa: Foundation promoting civic engagement and European understanding among young people in Germany. Comparable as a civic education non-profit targeting similar demographics (schools, young adults) with similar themes of tolerance and democratic participation.
• Anne Frank Zentrum (Berlin): Educational institution focused on Anne Frank's legacy, tolerance education, and combating antisemitism. Operates touring exhibitions and educational programs at schools across Germany, with a directly comparable civic education mission and delivery model.

Emerging players

• The National WWII Museum (New Orleans): US museum operating extensive traveling exhibitions on WWII, democratic values, and citizenship. Comparable as a touring exhibition operator with strong educational mission, though larger and operating internationally rather than domestically.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/toleranzraeume
• YouTubeyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLQTy600hk0T33m2kakwYHb9yNgq9aiW02
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• Instagraminstagram.com/toleranzraeume?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/toleranz-tunnel

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

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