Working Fields

Here you can find an overview over the fields of work of the Section, which includes three areas. For each field of work, you will find the details of colleagues in the network who are available as contact persons. All colleagues are warmly invited to connect and collaborate!

  • Professional areas of work, which address the target groups and core tasks of inclusive social development.
  • Current working themes, which are relevant across target groups and areas of work.
  • Regional working groups.

Professional Education

International Training Circle

Through the International Training Circle, professional training providers and initiatives associated with the Section collaborate on a global scale.

Associated Professional Education Programs Worldwide

Here you will find providers of training, continuing education, and professional development programs that are affiliated with the Section through their participation in the International Training Circle. This list also includes educational programs that have been recognized by the Section following the peer review process conducted by the International Training Circle.

Online Course: From Inner Development to Inclusive Social Development

This English-language course is offered by the Section and provides an introduction to the inner (esoteric) aspects of supporting professionalism for those working in the field of inclusive social development.

CALM-LD: Training for Medical Doctors, Therapists and Caregivers

This English-language hybrid continuing education program is offered in collaboration with the Medical Section and is designed for physicians and other medical and caring professionals who are currently working in the field of inclusive social development or who wish to do so.

Anthroposophy Studies at the Goetheanum

The full-time English-language study year is organized by the General Anthroposophical Section in collaboration with various sections at the Goetheanum.

Anthroposophical Foundation Year in Germany

The Foundation Year is designed for people working at anthroposophical institutions within the Section’s field of practice. It is organized by the Anthropoi Federal Association at various locations throughout Germany and supported by the Section.

Research

Research

Esoteric Aspects of Professionalism

Circle for Esoteric Aspects of Professionalism

The Circle for Esoteric Aspects of Professionalism consists of members of the First Class of the School of Spiritual Science who have a professional connection to the Section’s field of work. It explores questions regarding the inner aspects of professional practice in supportive education and inclusive social development, and develops open formats and programs for interested individuals working in these fields.

Open Forum on Esoteric Aspects of Professionalism

In this Open Forum, people working in the Section’s field of practice collaborate on exercises designed to develop inner capacities for professional practice in educational and social contexts. Participation is not contingent on membership in the School of Spiritual Science.

Online Course: From Inner Development to Inclusive Social Development

This course consists of three modules that introduce various aspects of inner training and contemplative practice. It is intended for people working in the Section’s field of practice. Participation is not contingent on membership in the School of Spiritual Science. The first module does not require any prior knowledge.