“Making sense” is their motto. The Katholische Erwachsenenbildung Deutschland or KEB Deutschland is the second-largest provider of general further education in Germany.
KEB Deutschland makes education accessible. It is for all people regardless of origin or social status. Their approach is holistic. It is based on Christian values. Each person can develop personally here. KEB Deutschland programs strengthen individual skills. They also promote social interaction.
The Bundesarbeitsgemeinschaft coordinates over 500 educational institutions nationwide. It represents Catholic adult education interests. These interests are in political, church and social contexts. They promote educational standards. The KEB Deutschland network shares knowledge and experiences. This sharing fosters innovation in education.
The Katholische Erwachsenenbildung offers a broad range of subjects. These range from faith and ethics to culture and politics. There is also professional development. Their programs provide knowledge and skills. This enables people to participate in society actively. It helps them to achieve personal and professional goals. Their offers are open to anyone. They are for those who want to broaden their horizons. They are for those who want to shape their lives meaningfully.
The EB Magazin is the central platform for exchange. It connects theory and practice in adult education. It appears four times a year. It provides insights into current educational topics. It offers innovative pedagogical approaches. Experts in adult education contribute articles. They also contribute discussions about the future of education.
In 1948, Pastor W. Gottwaldt invited missionaries to his community. He learned about biblical lessons with flannel pictures. He planned training sessions for his staff. He watched children listen to biblical stories. He recommended the Kiefer Children’s Mission to other communities. This encounter led to a new mission. It was named Kinder-Evangelisations-Bewegung. That means Children’s Evangelism Movement in Germany. Today it is KEB Deutschland.
In 1954, Gerda Rinne joined the Kiefers. They planned to expand their work in Germany. Branches emerged in Berlin and Hamburg. In 1962, the Kiefers left Germany. Gerda Rinne took over the management. More branches opened across Germany.
In 1970, missionaries were sent to other countries. They helped to establish or support KEB. In 1986, the Frankfurt office became too small. The headquarters moved to Breidenbach.
After the reunification of Germany in 1989, work expanded to East Germany. New branches opened in Chemnitz, Rostock, and Dresden. In 1992, a nationwide project was launched. It was the Geschichtentelefon. Children could listen to a new Bible story each week.
In 2002, Bibelfernkurse für Kinder was created. That means Bible correspondence courses for children. The KEB Mailbox Club was founded. Thousands of children registered quickly. In 2004, work expanded to the Internet. The entdeckerseiten.com emerged. Children could discover God and the Bible online.
In 2017, Kinder-Evangelisations-Bewegung e. V. changed its name. It became KEB Deutschland e. V.. The motto is: Children discover the Bible. KEB Deutschland is located at Rheinweg 34 in Bonn. You can reach it from Bonn Central Station. Take subway lines 16, 63, or 66 to Heussallee/Museumsmeile. Follow Rheinweg. The KEB is on the right side before the railway crossing. The entrance faces the railway.
So, as you continue your journey, remember KEB Deutschland. It makes a difference in education. It enriches lives throughout Germany.