Mission
ICONOS is an independent Berlin-based think tank dedicated to fostering policy-oriented dialogue and civil-society bridge-building in the Middle East. We strive to promote religious freedom and Eastern Christian interests through rigorous research and institutional dialogue.
Mission & Vision
Vision
To be a leading global platform for independent research and policy analysis, bridging the gap between academic expertise and civil-society action for a more just and equitable future in the region.
Our Core Values
Dialogue
We foster constructive dialogue to bridge civil-society gaps and promote mutual understanding.
Responsibility
We uphold a deep sense of responsibility in our policy-oriented work and institutional integrity.
Freedom
We advocate for religious freedom and the protection of civil liberties in all our policy briefs.
Board of Directors
Leading ICONOS with a focus on policy-oriented dialogue and civil-society bridge-building.
Dr. Klaus B. Schmidt
Chairman of the Board
Advisory Board
Expert advisors providing strategic guidance for our research and policy initiatives.
Prof. Dr. Sabine K. Lohmann
Senior Advisor
Prof. Dr. Anja W. Müller
Member of the Board
Dr. Markus R. Weber
Senior Advisor
Prof. Dr. Thomas H. Weber
Member of the Board
Prof. Dr. Elke M. Weber
Senior Advisor
Operatives Team
Ein Team von Experten, Forschern und Praktikern, die gemeinsam für eine nachhaltige Dialog- und Friedenspolitik in der Region arbeiten.
Dr. Markus Weber
Leiter der Forschungsabteilung
Elena Voss
Leiterin der Dialog-Initiativen
Dr. Thomas Klein
Senior Research Fellow
Sarah Müller
Projektleitung Nahostpolitik