Regensburg Volunteer Agency Wins 2025 Innovation Prize for Civic Resilience
The Volunteer Agency of Regensburg District has won the 2025 Innovation Prize from the Federal Working Group of Volunteer Agencies (bagfa e.V.). The award highlights the agency’s work in building resilience through civic engagement. A key focus was its role in shaping a structured, forward-thinking approach to local volunteer efforts.
The prize recognises the agency’s efforts to strengthen society and improve crisis response. Its work is built on shared values, learning from past experiences, and actively shaping change. The jury particularly praised how the agency embedded civic engagement as a core priority within the district administration, backed by clear, binding structures.
The award confirms the Volunteer Agency’s role in promoting long-term engagement and crisis preparedness. Its structured network and focus on shared values provide a model for other regions. The recognition also underscores the importance of coordinated volunteer efforts in strengthening local communities.
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