The More than Four Walls project was invited to present its work at the event “Four Walls Are Not Enough” at the Bellevue di Monaco in Munich.
Bellevue di Monaco is a civil society–driven residential and cultural center that combines housing, integration, and social exchange.
During the event, the project team provided insights into the objectives, structure, and current progress of More than Four Walls. Particular focus was placed on collaboration with municipalities, as well as the development and testing of innovative approaches for sustainable accommodation.
The subsequent discussion offered space for questions, practical perspectives, and exchange with an engaged audience. Key topics included the future of housing, social participation, and sustainable accommodation structures.
Key takeaways from the event included:
- Community-based, civil society initiatives can have a strong impact, particularly when they combine housing with social participation and local networks, as demonstrated by the example of Bellevue di Monaco.
- Municipalities can play a key role in strengthening these approaches by engaging more actively in exchange with civil society actors and supporting their work.
- Local networks and community-based structures contribute to resilience, especially in times of political and social uncertainty.
The event provided a valuable opportunity to position the project within a civil society context and to integrate practical insights into the ongoing project work.
Photo: Yasemin Haferkamp, private
