School social worker runs for Gifhorn mayor with bold reform agenda
Jacqueline Kleinhans, a qualified pedagogue and long-time school social worker, is running for mayor of Gifhorn. She leads the citizens' group Future-Confidence-Cohesion, which aims to reshape local politics with a focus on transparency and practical solutions.
The group is pushing for major changes, including a full review of the controversial Mill Museum project and clearer plans for underused city properties.
Kleinhans has spent the last decade working in Gifhorn’s schools, supporting students and families. Now, she is stepping into politics to challenge what she sees as mismanaged priorities. Her group’s key concerns include public safety, economic growth, and better civic participation.
One of their main demands is a rethink of the Mill Museum renovation. Kleinhans argues the project is draining city funds that could be better spent on schools. The group wants a full assessment, including possible demolition and alternative uses for the site. Another focus is repurposing empty or underused city buildings. For example, they propose turning the Ratsweinkeller into a registry office. The group also wants to streamline administration and make decision-making more open to residents. *Future-Confidence-Cohesion* is inviting locals to join their campaign. They encourage engaged citizens to stand as candidates under their banner, aiming to build a movement outside traditional party lines. Kleinhans, a mother of an adult daughter training to be a teacher, says the group’s approach is about facts, not ideology.
The group’s proposals include halting the Mill Museum’s costly renovation and redirecting funds to education. They also want to transform unused city spaces and involve more residents in decision-making.
If elected, Kleinhans and her team plan to implement these changes through open discussions and clear financial planning. Their campaign centres on practical solutions rather than party politics.
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