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The call for strengthening scientific and technical education is
becoming increasingly louder in light of the globally tense situ-
ation. The learning environment of alternative tinkering and in-
venting thus has a great opportunity to better anchor science
and modern technologies as part of our culture and to make the
fascination with scientific processes of discovery tangible and
experiential. What could be more obvious than to connect in-
ternationally with creative young people by volunteering at the
world invention institution “IFIA” (International Federation of In-
ventors’ Associations). IFIA unites more than 100 national inven-
tor associations, each with many inventors, including numerous
young tinkers.
The future of all nations, as recognized by STEM-Ambassador,
largely lies in the untapped resources of innovatively thinking
visionaries. The creativity of inventive minds, which needs to be
discovered and nurtured early on, is of particular importance. And
this can be optimally realized through close cooperation wit IFIA.
At international inventor exhibitions worldwide, young inventors
peace as a wished vision have the opportunity to meet on

As IFIA-Youth-Network-Manager, globetrotter
Sturm uses the challenges to be actively involved
in volunteer work, building bridges between na-
tions, promoting humanitarianism,
and strengthening peaceful coexistence. A key in-
tention is also to establish contacts with young
people through STEM-presentations in schools,
universities, and educational institutions to over-
come national, cultural, and religious barriers.
Personal contact with ambassadors from Ger-
many helps to build necessary connections, with
volunteer activities being appreciated as contribu-
Ambassador of Morocco “diplomacy of short distances”.
tions to lived understanding between peoples and

Not only in Germany has Sturm made headlines as
a tireless advocate for education, but he has also
pointed out the national importance of a future-
oriented education worldwide. For IFIA as well, a
forward-looking education is a crucial foundation,
expressed by numerous young inventors through creative and innovative projects at interna- IFIA Magazine September 2025
tional invention exhibitions.
Gentle breezes are not his thing. Educational rebel, ambassador, and bridge builder suit him
more. He consistently follows his life motto: «Who sows the wind will reap the storm!» His
80-year «stormy» life story, however, knows not only highs but resembles a breathtaking
roller coaster.
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