Voluntary passion: Prices for committed Berliners on June 19!

Voluntary passion: Prices for committed Berliners on June 19!

In Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, the 25th awarding of the volunteer prices will take place on June 19, 2025, which is organized by the district office. This event recognizes the commitment of citizens and organizations that have emerged through their voluntary work. The award ceremony begins at 6 p.m. in the historic Villa Oppenheim, an important place of the district's cultural identity. The event extends from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and is designed to put the performance of the volunteer in the spotlight and to present the variety of commitment options.

A special focus this year is on young commitment. In addition to the classic volunteer prices, special prizes for special achievements are awarded by young committed people. In cooperation with the Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf volunteer agency, various local associations will provide information about opportunities for participation and commitment. The evening is accompanied by RBB moderator Ulli Zelle, who presents the honors and introduces the interlocutors: inside. In addition, guided tours by the archive of Villa Oppenheim are part of the program, which enables guests to experience deeper cultural experience.

The importance of volunteering

volunteer engagement is of great importance in Germany. The current situation illustrates how many people are active in Berlin: Around 50,000 young people are involved in youth associations. According to the volunteer survey, 54 percent of 14 to 17 year olds state to volunteer. This shows how important the younger generation is for the social structure and how much it contributes to democratic culture.

The age group of 12 to 25 year olds comprises around 345,000 committed, with 69 percent often or occasionally working for social or political goals. In order for young people to be adequately committed, special framework conditions are required. These include, for example, the consideration of school, training and study. The Berlin Youth Promotion and Participation Act has anchored the exemption from the profession for volunteering in youth work since 2020.

more information and registration options

The event on June 19 offers not only the opportunity to honor, but also to participate in participating campaigns for young commitment. This promotes the experience of volunteering and is intended to help create a higher recognition culture for the achievements of the volunteers. Interested citizens are invited to visit the event and to find out about the numerous opportunities for commitment. The events take place in Villa Oppenheim, Schloßstraße 55/Otto-Grünberg-Weg, 14059 Berlin. Further information can be found on the website of the Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf district that announces participation and registration options.

With such a commitment, not only social interaction is promoted, but also the basis for active and future -oriented democracy. The volunteer prices are therefore an important signal to everyone who works for the common good in their free time.