Diakonie Deutschland praises the social state reform proposals for improving service accessibility but warns against potential benefit cuts, particularly for low-income individuals and EU workers.
Germany introduces a targeted subsidy for electric cars in 2026 to accelerate adoption amid current low EV market penetration.
SPD Social Minister Bärbel Bas presented a Bürgergeld reform proposal in the Bundestag, but it faces internal criticism from SPD members questioning its effectiveness.
Germany criminalizes fare evasion on public transport, sparking debate over social fairness and calls for free travel for low-income individuals.
Germany advances mental health support through youth training programs, a new municipal addiction prevention initiative, and a public figure's burnout announcement.
Health experts discuss urgent reforms to address the Social Care Insurance's financial deficits and structural challenges in Germany.
AOK Bremen/Bremerhaven and corporate volunteering programs enhance health and well-being in elderly care homes through nutrition, exercise, cognitive and social activities in Germany.
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.
Hannover's new health initiative links seniors to community activities via social prescriptions to combat loneliness and promote independence.
Students in Dresden engaged directly with political leaders in a dialogue on social justice and healthcare, emphasizing youth participation in democracy.
Berlin faces rising suicide cases in 2024 and develops a decade-long prevention plan amid funding cuts threatening social work support.
Nürnberg's GROW HAPPY NBG project engages youth in volunteer activities to enhance their mental health and community ties, supported by health programs and practices like Lachyoga.
Baden-Württemberg promotes anonymous medical treatment projects to support uninsured and vulnerable groups, urging federal adoption of similar initiatives.
Germany sees a surge in mental health initiatives as various stakeholders work to raise awareness and support.
Hannover initiates a program prescribing community activities to seniors to tackle loneliness.
Germany announces €1.17 million funding for local care planning conferences.
Germany's social reforms are focusing on child mental health prevention and enhancing welfare benefits.