“The Marvel of the Brain” Initiative 2026: Focus on Neurodiversity
(Berlin, April 22, 2026) With “Wunderwerk Gehirn,” the pme Familienservice is placing the topic of neurodiversity at the center of a broad-based campaign focused on knowledge and exchange. From April through July 2026, it will provide in-depth knowledge and concrete support in various formats—for families and couples as well as for businesses.
Understanding Neurodiversity – Shaping Inclusion
People with neurodivergent conditions often navigate a world full of contrasts: daily challenges such as exhaustion or the need to hide their true selves (“masking”) are offset by extraordinary strengths—such as high creativity, deep authenticity, and great innovative power. This often leads to uncertainty and many unanswered questions not only for those affected, but also for parents, partners, managers, and HR professionals.
The “Wunderwerk Gehirn” initiative addresses this very issue: It provides guidance, creates opportunities for dialogue, and shares practical knowledge that empowers individuals with neurodivergent conditions, their families, and businesses alike.
Highlighting the strengths of neurodivergent perspectives
Through blog posts, podcasts, videos, informative expert talks—including sessions with bestselling author and journalist Angelina Boerger (“Kirmes im Kopf”)—as well as group coaching sessions, the initiative highlights the potential and challenges of neurodivergent perspectives.
A particular focus is on strengthening families and businesses:
- For families: Parents receive practical, expert guidance on topics such as academic challenges, support options, and communicating with educational institutions—all as part of the established parent counseling services offered by pme Familienservice.
- For businesses: An exclusive, free corporate forum showcases how companies such as Capgemini Germany and Deutsche Telekom are actively promoting neurodiversity within their organizations.
The initiative highlights both the everyday challenges faced by neurodivergent people—such as impulsivity, exhaustion, or social masking—and their unique strengths: from high creativity and innovative, networked thinking to a keen eye for detail and pattern recognition, as well as highly engaging, empathetic communication.
For more information about the campaign and the planned events , please visit the " Wunderwerk Gehirn" landing page .
