About Deutscher Volkshochschul-Verband e. V.
The Deutscher Volkshochschul-Verband e.V. is the federal association of the state associations of adult education centers (Volkshochschulen). The DVV promotes continuing education and the educational work of Volkshochschulen and represents the interests of its members at the federal, European, and international levels. The DVV fosters cooperation and professional exchange among its members, develops principles and guidelines, and promotes the quality of adult education work and international cooperation. We are backed by over 850 Volkshochschulen with around 2,800 branch locations in Germany.
Activities
Vocational education at Volkshochschulen: future skills, vocational language courses, qualification-based specialist courses, digital transformation, sustainable development, career orientation, competency assessments. More than 243,000 participants, 32,500+ courses, 743,000+ teaching hours annually. 258 AZAV-certified Volkshochschulen nationwide. DVV International: worldwide support in 30+ countries for youth and adult education, literacy, vocational education (Skills for Life and Work), and income-generating measures.
