Become part of the community

HANDS on TECHNOLOGY e.V. has been inspiring children and young people for over 20 years to engage with science, technology, and teamwork. Through competitions and educational programs such as the FIRST LEGO League, we foster creativity, problem-solving skills, and independent thinking – hands-on, sustainable, and with enthusiasm. There are numerous roles and opportunities to get involved.

Coach a Team

Guide a team through the FIRST LEGO League season, motivate and support your students up to the competition. Get informed now and see how other coaches experience participation here.

Regional Partner

You organize a regional FIRST LEGO League event – Explore exhibitions and Challenge competitions – and support teams on site. Learn more about how to become a regional partner and what it involves.

Volunteer at Events

Join FIRST LEGO League and inspire children and young people with technology! Register on our volunteer platform HERO for events near you.

Become a Member

Support our STEM education work actively or ideologically – with your time, expertise, and contacts. Send your membership application to vorstand@hands-on-technology.org. We look forward to welcoming you!

Become a donor or sponsor

You can also effectively support our work as a donor or sponsor. Learn more on our Supporters page. If you have additional ideas for collaboration, we would be happy to hear from you! We are open to partnerships and cooperation: info@hands-on-technology.org.

FIRST LEGO League teams, classes, coaches, mentors, volunteers, and organizers know the FIRST Core Values and act according to them. They describe our way of working, which is characterized by respectful collaboration.

Discovery

We discover new talents and ideas.

Innovation

We work creatively and persistently to solve problems.

Impact

We apply what we have learned to improve our world.

Inclusion

We respect each other and accept our differences.

Teamwork

We are stronger when we work together.

Fun

We have fun and celebrate our work!

Partnering for education and innovation! We cooperate with companies, foundations and ministries.

We are awarded

We are supporting

Transparent Civil Society Initiative

Sustainability Goals