Invitation to participate: Promote projects on Leopoldplatz now!

Invitation to participate: Promote projects on Leopoldplatz now!

Leopoldplatz, Berlin, Deutschland - On June 16, 2025, district mayor Stefanie Remlinger presented a new initiative around Leopoldplatz in the Mitte district. These measures aim to strengthen society and promote neighborly exchange. All citizens who want to implement their own projects and events in this area are addressed in the period from June to November. This reported berlin.de .

As part of this initiative, a citizen support fund is available that provides up to 500 euros per project. A total of 10,000 euros will be available. A jury is selected by a jury. The aim of the funding is not only to enliven the cultural exchange, but also to strengthen the community and to promote discourses on topics such as generations, cultures and religions.

diverse topics and formats

The possible subject areas are wide and include:

• neighborhood exchange
• promotion of the community
• cultural participation and networking
• dialogues between generations, cultures or religions
• Democratic promotion and education
• engagement against discrimination, hate, racism
• accessibility, integration, inclusion, diversity
• Opportunities and gender equality
• Environmental protection and sustainable development

The formats in which these projects can be carried out are also diverse. These include artistic events such as readings, music and theater, sporting activities as well as competitions and workshops. The entire project is financed from the Berlin security summit.

civic engagement in Berlin

The initiative fits into the greater picture of civic engagement in Berlin. The committee for culture, commitment and democracy promotion continuously deals with strengthening civil society and democratic basic principles in Berlin. Over 1.1 million people are involved in the capital, be it in over 27,000 registered associations or in numerous foundations and informal initiatives to promote environmental protection, social justice or cultural projects.

according to berlin.de , the civic engagement is not only promoted, but also regularly treated in discussion forums. Citizens can actively participate in decisions about local funds and community budgets and contribute to citizens' and referendums. These processes are crucial to strengthen the exchange between the population and the administration.

The relevant contacts are available for further information on the projects related to Leopoldplatz and through funding opportunities in the Mitte district office. The initiative thus represents an important step towards a living and active community that is committed to cultural and social issues.