Inclusion day in Reinickendorf: together strong for accessibility!

Inclusion day in Reinickendorf: together strong for accessibility!

On Saturday, June 21, 2025, the inclusion day of the Reinickendorf district. The event in front of the town hall on Eichborndamm is carried out from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. under the motto "Strong together". District Mayor Emine Demirbüken-Wegner (CDU) is the patron of this important initiative. The aim is to reduce barriers and promote equality of all citizens, especially people with disabilities. This commitment is made possible by financial support from partners such as Berliner Sparkasse, Gesobau AG and BOS Spedition GmbH.

The stage program promises a colorful spectacle with a variety of appearances. Artists and groups such as the MajorettenCorps Berlin e. V., the acrobatics and unicycle kids from RC Tegel e. V. and the Hornetz wind orchestra will enrich the day. Dr. Roland Zimmermann moderates the event. Over 35 associations, self -help groups and aid providers present their offers and ensure a diverse program.

Various offers and interactive activities

Visitors can look forward to numerous activities. The offer is rounded off by handicrafts, movement games, a wheel of fortune and face painting. An important highlight is the mobility training of the BVG, in which the participants can practice getting in and out of buses directly from 11:15 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. In addition, guests with limited mobility can take part in rickscha round trips, which are offered by the Mobility Aid Service Reinickendorf of the Unionhilfswerk Social Unit gGmbH.

In addition, hourly tours with Mandy Hamann are offered by the general blind and visually impaired association. These tours, which start at 11:30 a.m., enable the participants to find out about the special barrier-free offers and the indoor navigation through the everguide app, which enables precise navigation on smartphones. Guests with a need for support can be accompanied at the event to ensure optimal participation.

insight into inclusion and social responsibility

Inclusion day is not only a festival, but also an answer to the challenges that people with disabilities come across in society. According to the third participation report (BMAS, 2021), 10.4 million people with impairments are registered in Germany. The UN Convention on the Rights of Disabilities calls for equal participation in this group in cultural and leisure events. Unfortunately, the reality often shows that barrier -free access is not always available, which makes participation more difficult.

Experts emphasize that the event market in Germany must be designed more inclusive in order to meet the needs of people with disabilities. The consideration of accessibility not only includes physical access, but also financial and cognitive aspects. The proposed recommendations for action include the sensitization of the event staff and the involvement of people with disabilities in event planning.

The inclusion day in Reinickendorf serves as a positive example and encourages to promote other, similar events and continue to take valuable steps towards a more inclusive society. The activities and the commitment of those involved show that inclusion and community can go hand in hand. The inclusion day offers everyone the opportunity to actively participate and strengthen the cooperation.

For more information about the event and the associated programs, visit the relevant pages: berlin.de , Initiative-reinickendorf.de and event-partner.de .