Shaping Tomorrow

#WirSindNRW

In Germany, more and more voices express pessimism and concern about the future. But a look at North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) shows why it's worth to be optimistic. #WirSindNRW features people who inspire hope — visionaries full of ideas who are shaping our tomorrow.

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A country full of ideas, hope, and innovation

#WirSindNRW is more than a campaign. It’s a movement.

We showcase people who believe in tomorrow and are actively shaping it. At the same time, we empower creative minds, projects, and companies that bring this positive image of NRW to life.

Spreading Optimism for Tomorrow

We want to create a counterpoint to the often negative reporting about Germany as a business location. Because those who look to NRW see people who stand for future, strength, and optimism. #WirSindNRW wants to show that many do not give up. They create new things, take responsibility, and take action for a successful tomorrow.

Presenting NRW as a Business Location

From this attitude emerges a strong region: open, dynamic, and creative. That’s why the campaign is aimed at professionals, founders, and investors who see NRW as a land of opportunity — a modern place to work and live, where innovation and progress create the foundation for economic success.

Empowering Innovators in NRW

Many people feel left behind by rapid (technological) change. We want to give innovation a face and show the people behind these developments. Connecting technology with people builds trust and greater visibility helps innovators find customers and partners more easily.

Highlighting NRW’s Innovative Strength

NRW is more than a business location. It’s a place full of ideas, energy, and confidence. Here, people come together who believe that change can be positive. #WirSindNRW shows that tomorrow isn’t created somewhere else, it’s happening right here. In our cities, workshops, labs, and minds, people work every day on innovative solutions that inspire hope and create opportunities for the future.

Present Your Innovation

Your ideas shape our tomorrow

Do you believe in a future full of opportunity and are actively working to make it real? Then you’re already part of #WirSindNRW. Submit your innovation and show us why you look to tomorrow with optimism. Present yourself and your idea in just a few simple steps:

Submit your innovation

Share your entry and answer a few short questions about your idea, your motivation, and your vision.

Record an interview video

If you like, record a short video answering three questions — become the face of our social media campaign.

Boost your visibility

List your innovation on NRW.GlobalConnect as an offer. It will become part of our innovation marketplace visible to partners, clients, and supporters.

Connect and grow

Get connected with potential clients, partners, accelerators, and networks across NRW. Together, we’re building an ecosystem that links innovation and optimism.
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We’re Looking for All Innovators

Who can participate?

#WirSindNRW is open to all innovators in North Rhine-Westphalia — startups, established companies, universities, hubs, clusters, or public institutions. NRW is home to countless innovative minds who, with clear visions, create opportunities for tomorrow. #WirSindNRW gives these people a face.

Companies (Startups & Established)

Startups and established companies present their latest developments and show the massive impact these innovations will have on our future lives.

Universities & Research Institutions

Scientists in NRW are researching vital developments, aiming to cure cancer and Alzheimer’s, shape the future of energy, or support our daily life through robotics.

Clusters, Hubs & Public Institutions

Networks and public institutions lay the groundwork to give innovators space and connections, enabling their developments to succeed in society.
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How you can support #WirSindNRW

Become a Regional Multiplier

Every region in NRW has its own makers, visionaries, and courageous people. As a regional multiplier, you become part of a movement that shows: we believe in our state and in the people shaping it. Show your optimism and share inspiration. Become a multiplier – Discover the benefits!

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Be part of NRW's success story

#WirSindNRW is a stage, a network, and a movement. Let’s show together that Germany has more people who build instead of complain — who create instead of doubt. Become part of NRW’s success story now!

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