Youth work and youth policy in Germany and Europe - German Education Server

Relevant institutions in Germany

The Federal Ministry co-ordinates policy-making and initiates legislation in the areas of gender equality, family affairs, childcare, child and youth protection and policy,  older citizens. The website offers basic information as well as links to sites  with some useful tools, e.g. benefit calculators for parents.

IJAB - International Youth Service of the Federal Republic of Germany (formerly: International Youth Exchange and Visitors’ Service of the Federal Republic of Germany ) is a central specialist agency for international youth policy, international youth work and youth information which works on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth (BMFSFJ), the European Commission, [...]

Advising, supporting, educating at more than 450 centres throughout Germany: the Jugendmigrationsdienste (JMD) assist young people with a migration background aged between 12 and 27 with their integration process in Germany. Individual support, professional advice, group and educational courses as well as effective networking in schools and training organisations are among the important tasks. The focuses are [...]

Principles and policies of youth work in Germany

The English language wiki informs about facts and figures concerning young people in Germany and relevant legislation. The Youth Wiki is an online platform presenting information on European countries' youth policies. The content of the Youth Wiki is shaped by the policy priorities established by the European Commission and the Member States in the framework of the European cooperation in the youth field.

The information system explains child and youth services in Germany in a clear and comprehensible way. It is aimed at multipliers and experts in child and youth services, academics and other interested parties in youth policy who are active in national and international professional dialogue. The information is suitable for explaining the topic in lectures, seminars, further training and working groups for [...]

A federal government strategy for the interministerial cooperation to foster policies in favour of children and young adults, e.g. housing and climate protection. The target group of young people aged 12-27 will be actively involved.

document from: Bundesministerium für Familie, Senioren, Frauen und Jugend

Report about a voucher scheme that is offered by the German government in 2023 to boost cultural activities in 18-year-olds who are given a voucher they can spend on music, books, cultural events. Similar schemes are offered in France and Spain. As of June 2023 applicants can register on the website https://www.kulturpass.de/jugendliche to collect their budget. Big commercial platforms are exempt, small [...]

In Germany, cultural and creative competencies are taught within a  legislative framework which leaves decision-making in the education system to the 16  states. The article outlines basic facts, the scope of cultural education and examples for each state regarding the cooperation of nurseries and schools with cultural institutions and initiatives.

You will find all relevant information about child allowance, family benefits and much more here, the portal is available in several languages and offered by the Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth in Germany.

document from: Bundesministerium für Familie, Senioren, Frauen und Jugend

Video about young people, their hobbies, their role models, concerns, with statistical information.

This glossary of terms relating to international youth work and child and youth services has been designed for practitioners and interested parties alike as a tool to aid users in communicating with their international partners. A number of entries are accompanied by explanations that help to understand the terms themselves, which can be specific to a given country, especially Germany. These explanations are [...]

The Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth has set up this page to inform about standards jointly agreed with partners in youth work, e.g. to highlight involvement of young people.

document from: Bundesministerium für Familie, Senioren, Frauen und Jugend

Information and practical tips on life in Germany for young people, e.g. voluntary services, student life, political participation.

The European dimension

EU Communication on Youth Strategy 2019-2027. The Strategy aims at fostering youth engagement in democratic life, strengthening intercultural activities, recognition of youth work. The goals are: Connecting EU with Youth Equality of All Genders Inclusive Societies Information & Constructive Dialogue Mental Health & Wellbeing Moving Rural Youth Forward Quality Employment for All Quality Learning Space [...]

The web-site of the European Youth Information and Counselling Agency (ERYICA) has been designed to meet three needs: 1) to provide basic information to the public in English, French and Spanish: - about what “youth information“ is in Europe,about ERYICA: its aims and activities, its member organisations, its newsletter (in English and French) - including links to a wide range of mainly national youth [...]

The website presents activities in the framework of the EU Commission's and the Council of Europe's joint work in the area of youth policy, e.g. social inclusion.