Saxony advances educational leave and partial sick leave laws amid property tax ruling disappointment, while ex-SPD leader Kevin Kühnert assumes a new financial policy role.
Saxony advances educational leave and partial sick leave laws amid property tax ruling disappointment, while ex-SPD leader Kevin Kühnert assumes a new financial policy role.
Niedersachsen’s health minister proposes establishing health education as its own school subject, while mandatory CPR training for fifth graders will be introduced next year.
Germany's health perception declines in 2024, prompting Niedersachsen's push for dedicated health education in schools to address rising youth health challenges.
A survey by IHK Berlin reveals outdated vocational training in Germany's dual education system, prompting calls for urgent reforms to better align education with business needs.
Germany tops Europe in social spending but invests least in education; IG Metall urges renewed economic commitment and optimism.
Germany spends less on education compared to its heavy budget allocations to social security and public administration, raising concerns about fiscal sustainability and investment priorities.
Germany allocates a record 41% of public spending to social security in 2023 but invests only 9% in education, the lowest among European countries, according to a recent IW study.
Germany marks the UN Children's Rights Convention anniversary with new initiatives like Freiburg's 'Speak Up' program and calls for greater youth participation amid critiques of political neglect toward younger generations.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s inaugural visit to Sachsen focused on promoting skilled trades and vocational education, emphasizing their critical role in Germany’s economy and future workforce development.
Germany is formulating a youth mental health strategy that faces challenges in meaningful youth involvement and addresses critical staffing shortages in schools.
The German government and educational sectors are enhancing nationwide initiatives to support mental health among children and adolescents with strategies, school programs, and awareness events planned by 2026.
Growing calls in Berlin-Pankow for class size limits amid ongoing overcrowding issues.
Germany unveils a new initiative to tackle rising antisemitism through education and community engagement.
Bernd Neuendorf's 'Year of the School' initiative aims to increase youth sports participation in schools across Germany.
Germany faces major challenges in advancing digitalization across key sectors.