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Our Vision
AVINA Stiftung nurtures systemic change by empowering pioneers who reshape our connection to nature, consciousness, and community.
Our values
An alert awareness of the self, the other person and the world opens up paths to depth, connectedness and responsible action.
Our nature is creativity. It unfolds where openness, curiosity and inspiration come together - and enables solutions that go beyond convention.
Enthusiasm is what drives us. It brings energy to our processes, opens up spaces for new impulses - and motivates us to take the initiative ourselves instead of waiting for change. For us, inspiration leads to implementation.
Project Partners
Who we are
Dr. Viktoria Schmidheiny
Chair of the board
After my training as a dual specialist at the University Hospital of Vienna, I ran a practice for oral surgery. As a mother of two children and as a doctor, I always focus on the human being as a unity of body, mind and soul.
Marcel Nauer
Member of the board
The concept of sustainable development has shaped my career in business for years. As a member of the foundation board I am fascinated by the debate on the future of the nutrition system, and as a triathlete by the aspect of healthy food.
Amadeus Zschunke
Member of the board
As a specialist in seeds, I have a strong connection to the questions the food system faces and am concerned with how agriculture can become sustainable to meet the needs of all people today and in the future without overexploitation.
Christoph Weichselbaum
Managing director
As Managing Director, I am dedicated to identifying new projects and providing ongoing support to our project partners.
Laurenz Werner
Managing Director
My training as a chef and patissier, nutrition coach and personal trainer allows me to shed light on trends, project applications and novel products from a culinary and health point of view and to examine their practical applicability.
Gina Wiestner
Program Manager
Having studied food science with a focus on nutrition and health, I have developed a deep understanding of healthy eating. It helps me to recognize connections, set priorities and maintain an overview.