Lichtenberger District Stalack 2024: Double award for special volunteering

Lichtenberger District Stalack 2024: Double award for special volunteering
On June 16, 2024, Jaqueline Kappl and Ekkehard Fleck were awarded the Lichtenberger district state for special voluntary work. The award was awarded as part of the neighborhood festival "We im Kiez" on Münsterlandplatz in Weitlingkiez. Jaqueline Kappl received the award for the organization of the "walkable advent calendar" in the Weitlingkiez and in the Victoriastadt. Events have taken place every year since 2011, the old and new residents: bring together in the neighborhood. Ekkehard Fleck was awarded for the care of 20 street trees, which he supplies water with around 70 liters every week.
District Mayor Martin Schaefer (CDU) praised the commitment of the two honored and emphasized the importance of social activities for living together in the neighborhood. The Lichtenberger district state is awarded to appreciate volunteering, which often takes place outside of established clubs and organizations. Suggestions for the honor can be submitted to the Lichtenberg district office.
Similar awards are given in many cities and districts to reward voluntary commitment. Voluntary activities play an important role in the social structure and cohesion in a community. Such awards are motivated and recognized by people like Jaqueline Kappl and Ekkehard Fleck, which in turn contributes to the promotion of further engagements.The following table lists some examples of similar awards in other cities:
| City/district | Award | Criteria |
| —————— | ———————– | --———————————- |
| Berlin | Lichtenberger District Steer | Special voluntary commitment |
| Munich | Voluntary medal | Long -standing and outstanding commitment |
| Hamburg | Citizens' Prize | Contribution to the common good and the integration |
| Stuttgart | Honorary for commitment | Active participation of city life |
Such awards are recognition for those who enrich social and cultural life in their community through their commitment. They help to raise awareness of volunteering and encourage people to actively work for their community.
Source: www.berlin.de