New President of the Expellees' Association - Stephan Mayer Elected New President of Federation of Expellees
Stephan Mayer, a CSU politician and lawyer, has been elected as the new president of the Federation of Expellees. He took office on October 10, 2025, in Berlin, succeeding Bernd Fabritius who led the association since 2014. Mayer was elected with an overwhelming 98 percent of the votes at a meeting in Berlin.
The Federation of Expellees is the umbrella organization for the Landsmannschaften and other member associations. It represents around 15 million Germans who were expelled from Eastern and Southeastern Europe after the Second World War and taken in by the Federal Republic. Mayer's family roots are connected to the Sudeten German Landsmannschaft, making his election significant for the expellee community.
Mayer's election comes after a long and distinguished career in politics. He is a member of the German parliament and has been involved in various committees. His legal background is also expected to bring a unique perspective to the role of president.
Stephan Mayer's election as the new president of the Federation of Expellees signals a new era for the expellee community. With his strong political background and personal connection to the issue, he is well-positioned to lead the organization and represent the interests of the 15 million expellees and their descendants.
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