Passau sets a sign: Volunteering strengthens community and cohesion!

Am 4.07.2025 diskutierte Passaus Dritter Bürgermeister Armin Dickl die Bedeutung des Ehrenamts für den gesellschaftlichen Zusammenhalt.
On September 4, 2025, Passau's third mayor Armin Dickl discussed the importance of volunteering for social cohesion. (Symbolbild/MW)

Passau sets a sign: Volunteering strengthens community and cohesion!

Passau, Deutschland - In Passau, a reception recently took place in honor of the volunteer, which put the importance of voluntary engagement for society in the foreground. The third mayor Armin Dickl from the CSU underlined the need to not only appreciate the existing structures, but also to think about the future. "The city is well positioned, but we also have to break new ground in order to promote cohesion in society," said Dickl. A particularly important place is the newly created "House of Generations", in which volunteers can come together and exchange ideas. This initiative is intended to help strengthen social cohesion and to inspire new people for volunteering reports diocese of Passau .

as well as Andreas Vilsmeier from the Passau list emphasized, there is often a lack of appreciation for the volunteers in our everyday life. Especially suggestions such as discounted bus tickets or free entry to the outdoor pool could increase recognition for voluntary work. These little gestures could have a great impact on the motivation of the volunteers and show that their work is estimated. The reception in the courtyard of the town hall, with cool drinks and culinary delights, illustrated the appreciation for volunteering and the important role that it plays in our society.

social cohesion in focus

Volunteering is not only a support for many clubs and social projects, but also an essential part of our social cohesion. This is also confirmed by the Deutsche Foundation Engagement and Volunteering , which highlights the challenges and opportunities for voluntary work in the present day. Especially in a world that is characterized by polarized opinions and sometimes threatening communication relationships, it is important to pull together and support each other.

The digital world offers new opportunities for commitment, but also requires special strategies to counter the challenges, especially in social media. Organizations are called up to deal with threats and find paths to protect themselves. Online seminars can be helpful to learn how to encounter democratic thinking and critically question intolerant views.

with strategy against extremism

Another current seminar offer takes up the challenges when dealing with extremist statements that affect many organizations today. Here it is important to develop effective communication strategies in order to assert your own voice and to preserve social cohesion. The events offer valuable insights into different aspects and legal framework conditions that are important for political commitment in the context of non -profit work.

Passau sets a strong sign of respect, gratitude and cohesion. The reception in honor of the volunteer was not only a celebration for the volunteers, but also a call to all citizens to work for a strong and lively community. It is up to us to live these values ​​every day and make us strong for positive cooperation.

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