About us
Weitblick GmbH – About us
Sustainable. Independent. Interdisciplinary.
Weitblick GmbH is a non-profit, politically and financially independent organisation based in Vorarlberg and Vienna. We develop projects at the interface of (democracy) education, psychosocial health, and sustainability.Our mission is to actively and effectively shape societal change for a positive future.
What we stand for:
We are committed to an ecological, economically and socially just future. At the center of our work is the human being — a learning, responsible, and creative individual. Our actions are guided by the existential-analytical view of humanity according to Viktor E. Frankl. Societal challenges are always challenges for individuals first. Societal change begins with personal development and attitude.
Our approach combines practical relevance, scientific grounding, and creative methodology.We work in an interdisciplinary, participatory, and structurally sustainable manner.
What we do:
We develop projects and programs that strengthen knowledge, resilience, and responsible action for a future-ready society.
We build collaborations nationally and internationally – with educational institutions, NGOs, and companies.
We create learning spaces and synergiesby bringing together interdisciplinary knowledge and diverse networks with the goal of unfolding impact beyond individual programs.
Weitblick sees itself as a platform for future skills and societal responsibility.We invite foundations, institutions, and individuals to participate, contribute ideas, and work together toward a better world.
15 team members shaping the future
Weitblick GmbH Team
Get to know us
Alice Schmidt
CEO
Mag. Alice Schmidt, MSc, economist and social scientist working at the intersection of ecology, economics, technology, and social justice.
25 years of experience in 30 countries working with companies, the United Nations, the European Commission, and NGOs.
University lecturer in future-oriented economic practices; numerous publications on climate action, sustainability and AI.
Christian Kathan
CEO
Christian Kathan, MA, born in 1984 in Feldkirch; psychosocial intervention and communication research; educational sciences; child and adolescent psychotherapist in private practice; board member of the Society for Logotherapy and Existential Analysis Vorarlberg.
Research focus areas: psychotraumatology, attachment theory, and resilience.
Frederick Lins
Authorized Corporate Officer
MMag. Frederick Lins, LL.M., born in 1980 in Feldkirch; qualified lawyer, business lawyer, and canon lawyer; entrepreneur based in Feldkirch and Mainz.
Various management roles and IT projects in the non-profit and sports sectors.
Sabrina Bottesi
Executive Management Assistant
Sabrina Bottesi, born in Taiwan in 1990.
Experienced executive assistant with a focus on administration and payroll accounting.
Raised bilingually (German & Mandarin).
Lukas Mittelberger
Project Development & Research
Mag. Lukas Mittelberger, born in 1986 in La Palma; scholar of religious studies and classical archaeology.
Research focus areas: civic education, peacebuilding, and mindfulness practice in education.
Johanna Höß
Social Media
Johanna Höß, BA BA, graduate in Communication and Media Studies and Dutch Studies (University of Vienna, University of Antwerp).
Extensive background in linguistics, communication, and cultural studies.
Focus areas: community management, climate communication, as well as trends and innovation.
Matthias Mittelberger
Creative & Project Management
Mag. Matthias Mittelberger, born in 1985 in Hamburg; studied philosophy and political science.
Research focus areas: existential philosophy, applied ethics, civic education, and global learning.
Doris Pusch
Game Coordination & Testing
Doris Pusch, born in 1973 in Vienna; requirements engineer, software test engineer, certified facilitator of LEGO Serious Play, and youth coach.
Entrepreneur based in Lower Austria; editor of the Klimafit Guide.
Magdalena Tordy
Research & Child Safeguarding
Magdalena Tordy, MSc., born in 1990 in Vienna; trained water resources manager and environmental scientist.
Magdalena Tordy, MSc., born in 1990 in Vienna; trained water resources manager and environmental scientist.
Julia Tschohl
Project Administration
Julia Tschohl, born in 1990 in Vorarlberg. Early childhood and social educator with a focus on early childhood education and movement pedagogy.
Many years of experience supporting children and adolescents with psychological and physical challenges, as well as experience in intercultural work with refugees.
Vanessa Gruber
Project Development & Research
Dr. L. Vanessa Gruber, born in 1994 in Starnberg; holds a PhD in art education and art didactics.
Completed teacher training; certified yoga teacher and voice artist.
Research focus areas: fostering creativity, engagement with digital media, and education for sustainability.
Daniel Scheyer
Project Lead GSW
Mag. Daniel Scheyer, born in 1985 in Bregenz; clinical psychologist and health psychologist.
Psychotherapist (existential analysis), working in private practice.
Research focus areas: existential pedagogy, psychosocial health promotion in childhood and adolescence, mindfulness in psychosocial contexts, and teacher well-being.
Katharina Eichinger
Office & Management Assistant
Katharina Eichinger, MA; completed studies in cultural and social anthropology, international development, and social economy.
Versatile experience in various management and communication roles in development cooperation and in a Tanzanian social enterprise.
Marina Bartoletti
Project Lead WKS
Marina Bartoletti, born in 1991 in Udine, Italy; holds an M.Sc. in International Studies and Diplomacy.
Facilitator for participatory processes and conflict support; founder of two companies in the field of sustainability; many years of practice in Art of Hosting, Contact Improvisation, and 5 Rhythms.
Key areas of work: psychosocial health, sustainability, and lean management.
Andreas Schuster
Advisory Board
Mag. Andreas Schuster, studierter Betriebswirt (Universität Innsbruck, University of Sydney).
Entrepreneur, business angel, coach, and musician.
Thomas Schinko
Advisory Board
Dr. Thomas Schinko, born in 1985 in Linz; holds a PhD in economics and systems science.
Head of a research group at the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) in Laxenburg.
Various national and international advisory roles.
Research focus areas: climate economics, climate risk management, empirical ethics, climate and environmental education, and transdisciplinary research methods.
Martin Kienl
Advisory Board
Mag. Martin Kienl, born in 1983 in Tyrol; Head of the Integration Section at the Federal Chancellery.
Making a Difference Together
Strong networks for a sustainable future.
Together with the following educational partners, NGOs, and companies, we implement our projects and programs:
OUR FOCUS
Life Skills
In our work, we connect the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with the Inner Development Goals (IDGs) as well as the promotion of life skills – thereby strengthening the inner capacities needed for collective change.
At the center are the five areas of life skills development,
which were defined by the World Health Organization (WHO):
1) Decision-making & problem-solving skills
2) Creative & critical thinking
3) Communication & relationship skills
4) Empathy & self-awareness
5) Stress & emotional regulation
To teach life skills, we use a playful approach in our projects. Play is the most natural form of learning. We create spaces in which children and young adults:
- be allowed to experiment and make mistakes.
- discover their own resources.
- work together towards goals.
Email address
office(at)weitblick-gmbh.org
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Weitblick GmbH was founded in 2014. Since then, we have been working as an independent non-profit organization at the intersection of education, psychosocial health, and sustainability.
Our goal is to actively shape societal change — for an ecological, economically and socially just future. We promote life skills, mostly through playful approaches, that strengthen individuals and enable collective action.
We work in an interdisciplinary, practice-oriented, and impact-driven way. Through collaborations with educational institutions, social organizations, and companies - especially in the field of vocational training - we create spaces for learning, encounter, and responsibility.
We operate at the intersection of education, psychosocial health, and sustainability. Our two largest projects — the World Climate Game and Growing Strong Together — focus on children and young people, though they are relevant for all ages.
As a non-profit organization, we act independently on political, content-related, and financial levels. Our work is funded by a private foundation as well as by co-payments and cost contributions from project partners.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Weitblick GmbH was founded in 2014. Since then, we have been working as an independent non-profit organization at the intersection of education, psychosocial health, and sustainability.
Our goal is to actively shape societal change — for an ecological, economically and socially just future. We promote life skills, mostly through playful approaches, that strengthen individuals and enable collective action.
We work in an interdisciplinary, practice-oriented, and impact-driven way. Through collaborations with educational institutions, social organizations, and companies - especially in the field of vocational training - we create spaces for learning, encounter, and responsibility.
We operate at the intersection of education, psychosocial health, and sustainability. Our two largest projects — the World Climate Game and Growing Strong Together — focus on children and young people, though they are relevant for all ages.
As a non-profit organization, we act independently on political, content-related, and financial levels. Our work is funded by a private foundation as well as by co-payments and cost contributions from project partners.
Email address
office(at)weitblick-gmbh.org
Email address
office(at)weitblick-gmbh.org
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Weitblick GmbH was founded in 2014. Since then, we have been working as an independent non-profit organization at the intersection of education, psychosocial health, and sustainability.
Our goal is to actively shape societal change — for an ecological, economically and socially just future. We promote life skills, mostly through playful approaches, that strengthen individuals and enable collective action.
We work in an interdisciplinary, practice-oriented, and impact-driven way. Through collaborations with educational institutions, social organizations, and companies - especially in the field of vocational training - we create spaces for learning, encounter, and responsibility.
We operate at the intersection of education, psychosocial health, and sustainability. Our two largest projects — the World Climate Game and Growing Strong Together — focus on children and young people, though they are relevant for all ages.
As a non-profit organization, we act independently on political, content-related, and financial levels. Our work is funded by a private foundation as well as by co-payments and cost contributions from project partners.
THE FUTURE STARTS WHERE WE WORK TOGETHER.
Education shapes the future.
We promote life skills that strengthen people — from an early age and throughout life. Through our projects, we create awareness, responsibility, and spaces for action.
THE FUTURE STARTS WHERE WE WORK TOGETHER.
Education shapes the future.
We promote life skills that strengthen people — from an early age and throughout life. Through our projects, we create awareness, responsibility, and spaces for action.