Former Pastor Kahl-Passoth receives the Louise Schroeder medal

Former Pastor Kahl-Passoth receives the Louise Schroeder medal

Berlin & Brandenburg
Former Pastor receives Louise Schroeder medal

29.07.2024, 12:25 pm

The Louise Schroeder medal is awarded annually in Berlin and appreciates particularly outstanding achievements in the equality of men and women as well as the struggle for the rights of disadvantaged groups. This year the award goes to Susanne Kahl-Passoth, a former Protestant pastor who has been committed to these important topics for decades.

particularly remarkable is Kahl-Passoth's commitment in the field of violence prevention. She campaigned early for the concerns of women and girls who are affected by domestic violence. Her tireless efforts are considered pioneering in the support of women's shelters in Berlin, where she did pioneering work. The medal was awarded on September 23, 2024 in the Berlin House of Representatives.

The annual award is reminiscent of Louise Schroeder, an important political figure in German history, which was active from 1919 to 1948. From 1947 to 1948 she was even mayor of Berlin and campaigned for gender equality throughout her career. Her heir lives on in the Louise Schroeder medal, who honors people and organizations who are particularly committed to equality.

The award winner is announced in one year that is characterized by social debates about gender equality. The topic remains relevant, not only in Berlin, but also nationwide. Kahl-Passoth also sees the medal as an encouragement for further efforts to improve the situation for disadvantaged people and to draw attention to disregarded topics.

at a time when violence against women and children is still an urgent problem in society, the contribution of personalities like Susanne Kahl-Passoth becomes all the more important. Her work shows how individual commitment can have a positive effect on the community and inspires many to go the same way.

The Louise Schroeder medal not only symbolizes recognition, but also the call to further improve social conditions for all members of society. With the honor of Kahl-Passoth, it is underlined that the use for equality and against violence must never stop.

- Nag