We base our approach on UNESCO's definition of education. In its 1973 report on education, education is understood as "a crucial means of preparing people to participate in a society that is undergoing profound change."

Education thus serves to develop abilities, skills, knowledge, and competencies with the following goals:

• to live independently and autonomously, as far as possible in accordance with one's own inclinations and abilities,
• participation/involvement in community life,
• ensuring and further developing the economic and natural foundations of society/the community.

• All residents of Wiesbaden – regardless of age and previous educational experience.
• Providers in educational organizations and institutions, whether public or private, as well as in educational companies.
• The urban community of Wiesbaden as a whole.

Education always consists of

• formal education (e.g., school),
• non-formal education (e.g., continuing education), and
• informal learning (e.g., reading books).

Education takes place throughout life and in many places – often beyond school or other educational institutions.

1. We shape our shared present and future with sustainable education.
2. We create opportunities and spaces to discover and develop existing potential.
3. We find solutions together for the problems of individuals and groups in our society.
4. We work together respectfully and form networks in our city.