Short Biography

Alexander Langer

Born in Sterzing/Vipiteno in South Tyrol on 22.2.1946. His father Artur (1900-1974), a doctor, was born and raised in Vienna before moving to Bolzano in 1914. His mother, Elisabeth Kofler (1909-1983), from Tyrol in Sterzing, was a pharmacist. Two younger brothers: Martin and Peter. He attended German-language elementary schools in Vipiteno and, from 1956/57, middle school and private gymnasium of the Franciscan fathers in Bolzano.

Events and projects

The Foundation promotes cultural, educational and research initiatives to keep alive the legacy of Alexander Langer's thought and support those who continue his civic commitment. Through conferences, seminars and cooperation projects, we work for the defense of minority rights, the search for democratic solutions to social conflicts and the promotion of an ecological conversion of the economy and lifestyles, building bridges between cultures and generations for a more conscious European citizenship.