Foundation
FoundationPresident's WelcomeThe Századvég Foundation was founded as an articulation of the spirit of the young generation that actively participated in the regime change in Hungary. It started as a foundation, first publishing journals, and later books, aimed at presenting the values of the progression in Hungary and the patterns of development in Europe. The founding generation has played an important role in creating a state under the rule of law and a market economy.The founders established the Századvég Foundation to• create an opportunity for a high quality education in political science that considers practical needs The Foundation considers it important to commit itself to renewing political science education and research while publishing high quality, professional studies. The Foundation has carried out its most important tasks successfully over the last 15 years and has become a respected member of the scientific and public life in Hungary . The Foundation has become an intellectual workshop carrying out wide-scale activity. At the core of its activity is think-tank work, breaking new ground in Hungary . Promotion of the country's successful accession to the European Union through its educational, research, and publication programs is among the aims of the Foundation. As the president of the Foundation, and having four years of governmental experience, I can say that the current aims of the foundation are up-to-date. Educated young professionals who know the country and the processes in Europe and, importantly, who are able to interpret them, are needed in Hungary. Governmental decisions have become more complex; therefore research analyzing social conditions is essential from the perspective of creating a successful national strategy. The Foundation considers it an important aim to help solve social issues of strategic importance through professional training, information, and research.
Dr. István Stumpf |