DWIH New York
DWIH New York
Have questions about the DWIH New York? Here you can learn more about what exactly the DWIH is, our mission, how to get in touch with us, and the people who make up our dedicated team.
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The German Center for Research and Innovation New York (DWIH) supports the exchange of ideas in areas of knowledge that will be critical in the future through events, networking and showcasing the work of German and international scholars. We focus on topics particular to the American research and innovation landscape, as well as the single, unifying topic chosen by the program committee for all six DWIH each year.
Network
Network
The German Center for Research and Innovation New York has a vast network of supporters and partners, including research-based companies, start-ups, science organizations, universities and other institutions, to promote Germany as an innovation and research hub, and to encourage the transatlantic exchange of ideas, resources and talent.
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Research & Innovation
Research & Innovation
The DWIH provides a showcase for the research, science and innovation landscapes in Germany and in the USA and informs you about research funding, career paths and opportunities for cooperation in Germany.
Activities
Activities
We keep a busy schedule here at the German Center for Research and Innovation. We provide a forum for international experts to network, exchange ideas, present their research and collaborate with one another through the events we plan with our supporters. You can find more information, as well as ways to connect with us, below.
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Freedoms, Rights, and Responsibilities: German-US Dialogues on Governance and Rule of Law

Democracy & Diplomacy

On the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence, the 20th anniversary of University of Duisburg-Essen’s NRW School of Governance, and the founding of the University of Cologne’s Adenauer School of Government, the University Alliance Ruhr and the University of Cologne New York Office are launching a “Democracy and Diplomacy” series with the generous support of the DWIH New York.

Please join University Alliance Ruhr, University of Cologne, and other partners from the German-American community at the National Press Club for the inaugural Democracy and Diplomacy Dialogue on Governance and the Rule of Law. Bringing together leading voices from academia, government, diplomacy, and civil society, the series opens in Washington DC with a high-level panel discussion and reception exploring German-American relations and democratic resilience.

This event is by invitation only.

Speakers

Andreas Blaette, Director, NRW School of Governance, University of Duisburg-Essen
Karen Shire, Vice Rector, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Duisburg-Essen
Johanna Hey, Fmr Vice Rector, University of Cologne; Associated Scholar, Adenauer School of Government
Steven Sokol, President, American Council on Germany

Event Information

October 28, 2026, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

National Press Club 529 14th St NW, Washington DC 20045
Organizer(s): University of Cologne New York Office, UA Ruhr, Universität Duisburg Essen, American Council on Germany, DWIH New York

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