Our Work

Leading innovative thinking on issues of global importance is the centerpiece of American Friends of Bucerius’s activities, in addition to supporting the activities of the ZEIT-Stiftung Ebelin und Gerd Bucerius and Bucerius Law School. To that end, we bring academics, professionals, and policymakers together to discuss the latest trends and developments in the fields of global governance and international law. Our programs range from panel discussions and roundtables to continuing legal education and training projects for young professionals.

In addition to the individual events we offer throughout the year, Bucerius USA has an ongoing and detailed focus on specific topics:

International Law

Bringing together attorneys, policy makers and practitioners in the fields of international legal practice, intellectual property and patent law, continuing legal education, and more.

Good Governance

Redefining governance as an interdisciplinary approach that includes individuals, communities, organizations, and governments as they seek to share ideas and create innovative solutions to global problems. This program is developed in close cooperation with our  Good Governance Advisory Council.

Energy & Innovation

Multifaceted look at the most recent developments in the energy sector, including finance, technology, and security. This program is developed in close cooperation with our Energy Advisory Council. Read more about our activities here: AFB Energy Programming 2011-2015.

Bucerius Global Legacy Fund

Founded in 2013, the Bucerius Global Legacy Fund allows us to secure funds to continue the critical work of American Friends of Bucerius, the ZEIT-Stiftung Ebelin und Gerd Bucerius, Bucerius Law School and other initiatives of the Bucerius family of institutions.