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Volunteering in Reinickendorf: District mayor strengthens helpers!
District mayor Emine Demirbüken-Wegner promotes volunteer work in Reinickendorf by visiting social institutions.
Volunteering in Reinickendorf: District mayor strengthens helpers!
On January 2, 2026, Emine Demirbüken-Wegner, the district mayor of Reinickendorf, paid special attention to the volunteers. Your first two visits in the new year are part of this initiative. The first visit took them to the “Friends of Old People” association, which is run on a voluntary basis by Hans-Joachim Richter. During her visit, she brought sesame rings to the breakfast buffet to honor the efforts of the helpers.
The second visit took place at the Hospice and Palliative Aid Katharinenhaus Reinickendorf e. V., which is led by Martin Wiegand. This institution is dedicated to supporting people in difficult times. Demirbüken-Wegner traditionally presented New Year's pancakes as a sign of appreciation for the employees' valuable work.
Social projects and welfare offers
However, the commitment in Reinickendorf goes beyond these visits. The district offers numerous social projects and welfare-oriented institutions that aim to promote cooperation and support within the community. The Reinickendorf Volunteer Office acts as a central contact point for volunteers and supports organizations in recruiting volunteers. There are various initiatives that help people in difficult life situations.
- Sozialprojekt Reinickendorf Ost e.V. (SOPRORO): Ein gemeinnütziger Verein, der sozial benachteiligte Menschen gezielt in den Arbeitsmarkt wiedereingliedert und Second-Hand-Läden betreibt.
- Selbsthilfezentrum Reinickendorf: Bietet Informationen für Selbsthilfeinteressierte und verfügt über über 30 Selbsthilfegruppen in unterschiedlichen Bereichen.
- Sozialstation Reinickendorf der AWO: Diese Einrichtung fokussiert sich auf ambulante Pflege und Hilfeleistung für hilfsbedürftige Personen.
Opportunities for engagement and social participation
Overall, almost every third person in Berlin volunteers, which corresponds to over 800,000 active citizens. The city has more than 2,000 volunteer opportunities, covering a wide range of activities such as social, environmental and cultural projects. There are also numerous offers of help, including children's hotlines and telephone counseling services.
Volunteer family sponsors provide targeted support to parents in various situations. In addition, online platforms such as the Berlin Volunteer Exchange offer help in finding suitable engagements. District volunteer agencies offer personal advice and placement of volunteer opportunities to strengthen the community and promote intercultural exchange.
Reinickendorf shows that volunteering is not only a sign of humanity, but also an important pillar for social cohesion and support for community projects.