The MEHR Festival, organized by the Otto Brenner Stiftung in cooperation with IG Metall, launches as a new gathering point for those aiming to shape a more equitable future. Scheduled from June 16 to 19, 2026, in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, it transforms ideas for a just society into actionable strategies and projects addressing pressing societal challenges.12
The event targets activists, thinkers, and practitioners interested in countering scarcity, competition, and fear with expanded opportunities—specifically more time and more space. Key topics center on the major issues of our era, such as democratizing society, economy, and work, reflecting the foundation's mission established since its founding in 1972 to continue the legacy of Otto Brenner, IG Metall's first chairman from 1956 to 1972.12
Participants can expect workshops, discussions, and networking that convert conceptual visions into practical initiatives capable of driving change. As the inaugural edition, it sets the stage for ongoing dialogue, with registration already open via the foundation's site.1
Expected outcomes include concrete project developments and strengthened collaborations among attendees, fostering strategies for societal improvement. The Otto Brenner Stiftung, IG Metall's scientific foundation, oversees the event, emphasizing knowledge for democracy and labor reforms.2