Dietzenbach youth shape local election priorities in pre-vote dialogue
A pre-election roundtable took place in Dietzenbach on February 28, 2026, organised by the town's Youth Council. The event brought together over 20 young locals and political representatives to discuss community life ahead of the 2026 local elections. Participants focused on what 'living together' means and where Dietzenbach is already succeeding.
The gathering was part of the JUGENDi – A Youth-Friendly Dietzenbach project, funded by the European Union until May 2027. Instead of formal debates, the event used a circle-style format to encourage open, policy-free conversation. Both young attendees and politicians praised this approach for creating an equal, engaging space.
Young people raised concerns about the lack of youth-led gathering spaces, ongoing public littering, and gaps in local infrastructure. They also highlighted the Youth Council itself as a strong example of diversity and inclusion. Discussions further explored progress in migration and intergenerational coexistence, identifying areas where Dietzenbach could improve. All major parties fielding candidates—including SPD, Grüne, Linke, CDU, FDP, and FW-UDS—sent representatives to the roundtable. Their presence reflected the event's role in shaping local election priorities, with election programmes and coalition scenarios already under public discussion.
The roundtable provided a direct channel for young voices to influence local politics. Their feedback on spaces, cleanliness, and infrastructure will likely feature in upcoming election debates. The event also reinforced the Youth Council's role in fostering dialogue across generations and backgrounds.
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