The work of Bertelsmann Stiftung intends to increase the opportunity for individuals and society to thrive in the globalized world, based on the assumption that people need and deserve the chance to participate and develop a quality of life without infringing the rights of future generations to do so. The main focus areas include: improving education, creating a fair and efficient economic system, promoting people-centred healthcare, empowering civil society, ensuring a viable cultural future and anchoring international understanding around the globe.
