Reinickendorf honors training heroes: a celebration for commitment and diversity

A glamorous evening in Reinickendorf! On October 16, 2024, the district's most training -friendly companies were chosen in the magnificent ambience of the factory hall of Theodor Bergmann GmbH & Co. KG. Over 100 guests were present when Jan Eder, the managing director of the IHK Berlin, took the microphone and gave an impressive overview of the current labor market and the economic situation in the capital.

"Dual training is the backbone of our economy!" -This sentence, underlined by the district mayor Emine Demirbüken-Wegner, echoed through the room. She emphasized the immense importance of the craft in our society, and advocated: "We have to regain appreciation for the apprenticeships! Master instead of master should be our motto!" In times of the urgent shortage of skilled workers, a master job may even be the ticket to professional success.

awards for funds with heart

The trendy award ceremony is launched by the voluntary initiative "training position sponsors", and it was an absolute highlight for everyone involved! The most innovative companies were elected in three categories - small, medium and large companies. The jury consisted of qualified representatives of the industrial and craft chambers as well as politics. And the award winners were tough!

• Small, but Oho: The Plickert Glasereierte GmbH from Reinickendorf received an outstanding commitment and their rounds of honor in the training, which have extended since 1970! With eleven trainees and an impressive balance, in which over half of the current employees were trained here, it is no wonder that they received more than just an applause. They also actively promote trainees with impairments and escape background!
• In the category of medium -sized companies, Gerb vibration insulation GmbH & Co. KG . This internationally active company not only convinces with its know-how in the development of vibration control systems, but is also a real pioneer in the training of refugees. With a high quality of training and the opportunity for the trainees to shorten their training period and even to conclude with distinction, she sets signs of social responsibility.
• Big cinema in the healthcare industry: The Caritas Clinic Dominikus shone with a warm welcome culture for its new trainees! A lovingly designed application folder to a small school bag on the first day - every step is duly celebrated here! In particular, the offer of living space so that all young talents can concentrate fully on their training stands out in times of lack of housing.

prices for special commitment

The special prize for the integration of people with impairments secured the Holger Ohliger Malerei business GmbH . With their committed and sensitive care, they motivate young people with impairments to take their step into training and support them on their way to their professional life - a real profit for society!

Before the festive buffet ensured a crowning final, the district mayor thanked Theodor Bergmann GmbH & Co. KG, the previous year's winner, for the successful orientation of this remarkable event. Reinickendorf shows with such a commitment that you have the future in the best hands!