European elections in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg: An overview of the program

Am 9. Juni 2024 findet die Europawahl statt, bei der das Europaparlament neu gewählt wird. Diese Wahl hat auch Auswirkungen auf die lokale Ebene, so auch in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg. Die Bezirksbürgermeisterin Clara Herrmann betont die Bedeutung der Europawahl für die politischen Entscheidungen, die auf kommunaler Ebene getroffen werden. Die Europäische Union beeinflusst verschiedene Bereiche vor Ort, von der öffentlichen Infrastruktur bis hin zur Förderung von Einrichtungen wie Bibliotheken und Kindertagesstätten. In Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg werden im Rahmen des „Europamonats“ verschiedene Veranstaltungen und Aktionen durchgeführt, um die Bedeutung Europas für die Bürgerinnen und Bürger vor Ort erlebbar zu machen. Ein Wahl-O-Mat zur Europawahl, Buchvorstellungen, …
The European elections will take place on June 9, 2024, in which the European Parliament is newly elected. This choice also has an impact on the local level, including in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg. District Mayor Clara Herrmann emphasizes the importance of the European elections for the political decisions that are made at the local level. The European Union influences various areas on site, from public infrastructure to the promotion of facilities such as libraries and daycare centers. In Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, various events and promotions are carried out as part of the "European Monthly Month" in order to make the importance of Europe tangible for local citizens. A Wahl-O-Mat for the European elections, book presentations, ... (Symbolbild/MB)

European elections in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg: An overview of the program

The European elections will take place on June 9, 2024, in which the European Parliament is re -elected. This choice also has an impact on the local level, including in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg. District Mayor Clara Herrmann emphasizes the importance of the European elections for the political decisions that are made at the local level. The European Union influences various areas on site, from public infrastructure to the promotion of facilities such as libraries and daycare centers.

In Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, various events and promotions are carried out as part of the “European Monkey” in order to make the importance of Europe tangible for local citizens. A Wahl-O-Mat for the European elections, book presentations, European labeling at the Frankfurt Tor, a children's flea market with reading offers in various European languages ​​and the U16 European elections for children and adolescents are just a few of the planned activities.

The U16 European election on May 31, 2024 offers children and adolescents the opportunity to participate in a simulated election and to express their political voice. Various facilities in the district, including schools, libraries and youth leisure facilities, support the U16 election and give young people the opportunity to deal with politics and elections.

On June 1, 2024, a festival will take place in the America memorial library under the motto "Europe is more-a festival for everyone", in which a diverse program is offered. In addition to football and food, the focus is also on the common future of Europe, accompanied by creative activities, discussions and information events on the EU and their effects on everyday life.

The European elections also have concrete effects in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg and is made tangible through various events and promotions in the district. Citizens have the opportunity to find out about Europe, to participate politically and to understand the importance of the European Union for their daily life.



Source: www.berlin.de