When does the event start and how long does it last?

Start is on Monday, January 19, 2026, at 19:00 and ends at 20:30, lasting 90 minutes.

How much is the admission fee?

The admission fee is 3 euros per person.

Where is the lecture taking place?

At vhs Fürth, Hirschenstraße 27/29, 90762 Fürth.

Is the access barrier-free?

Yes, the access is largely barrier-free; there is a ramp through the courtyard, a stair lift at the main entrance, and an elevator is available.

How do I obtain tickets?

Tickets and registration are through vhs Fürth; the event entry refers to the booking function of vhs.

Are there parking options?

There are designated disabled parking spaces at the venue; for additional parking, public transport is recommended.

Experience Population Policy Live Knowledge, Debate, Controversies, and New Perspectives in Fürth on January 19

Name: Population Policy: Between Coercion and Freedom
Start: 2026-01-19T20:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-01-19T21:30:00+01:00
Location: vhs Fürth

Population Policy in Fürth: Debate between Freedom and Regulation

Demographic change meets politics: On January 19, 2026, political scientist Simon Moritz will discuss how states worldwide manage population policy – from incentives to coercion – and where the limits of individual freedom are touched. A compact evening with a solid overview, presented in an understandable manner and with room for discussion.

What it's about: Human as a Power Factor, Ethics and Realpolitik

Whether it’s the one-child policy in China, birth incentives in Hungary, or family planning in India: The lecture categorizes measures objectively, illustrates organizational tools, and explains how governments respond to aging, migration, and skilled labor shortages. Focused on event planning, target audience engagement, and political impact – always with an eye on values, fundamental rights, and social participation.

Event Atmosphere: Clear, Focused, Dialogue-Oriented

In the modern lecture room of the vhs, a calm event atmosphere is created: precise impulses, clear visualizations, followed by questions from the audience. This creates an event experience that makes complex content tangible – from historical examples to current controversies.

What You Will Take Away

Concrete examples, new perspectives, and reliable facts. You will understand why demographics shape world politics and what scope democratic societies have. The speaker brings experience from political adult education and connects theory, practice, and audience mood.

Conclusion

90 minutes that provide orientation: Come to the vhs Fürth and discuss how population policy can be responsibly shaped between regulation and freedom.