Nordhorn's 'Child-Friendly' Journey: Steering Group to Plan Youth Engagement
Nordhorn is preparing for its second steering group meeting on October 2, 2025, to discuss its 'child-friendly municipality' certification. The meeting will focus on planning for an 'on-site conversation' in November and working on an action plan to strengthen the rights of children and young people over the next three years. All Nordhorn children and young people are invited to participate.
The meeting, scheduled from 4:30 to 6:00 PM, will build on the progress made during the first meeting held in June. One key agenda item is the preparation of an 'on-site conversation' planned for early November in Nordhorn. This event aims to engage with the local youth directly. Additionally, the meeting will present the first results from the Nordhorn youth survey, providing valuable insights into the needs and perspectives of the city's young residents. The ultimate goal is to develop concrete measures for an action plan that will enhance the rights and well-being of children and young people in Nordhorn over the next three years.
The upcoming steering group meeting in Nordhorn is a significant step towards creating a more child-friendly municipality. By involving the local youth and presenting the results of the youth survey, the city aims to create a robust action plan that prioritizes the rights and needs of its young residents. The 'on-site conversation' in November will further enrich this process by providing a platform for direct engagement with the city's children and young people.
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