Henkel to significantly expand its global STEM initiative Researchers World
Giving back to society: Henkel expands its commitment to education as part of its 150th anniversary
WEBWIRE– Wednesday, September 23, 2026
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Henkel will invest a double-digit million-euro amount by 2030 to establish five new permanent Researchers World locations worldwide, including a new STEM center in Düsseldorf, Germany.
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Researchers World is Henkels global education initiative that gives children hands-on access to science and STEM education
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The initiative builds on 15 years of experience, activities in over 20 countries and the participation of more than 130,000 children worldwide
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The expansion aims to lower barriers and strengthen equal access to STEM education for children around the world
On the occasion of its 150th anniversary, Henkel is taking its long-standing commitment to science education to the next level. By the end of 2030, the company plans to establish five new permanent learning labs as part of its Researchers World initiative (in German: Forscherwelt): a new STEM center at Henkels headquarters in Düsseldorf and four additional Researchers World labs around the world. In addition, ...