Wiesbaden on the move: Young people shape the future of their city!

Wiesbaden on the move: Young people shape the future of their city!

Wiesbaden, Deutschland - A spectacle of ideas and visions took place on November 9th in Wiesbaden! The second youth conference "Youth Happens" attracted over 130 committed young people aged 13 to 17, who developed their visions of the future for the city full of enthusiasm. The opening by the youth and social secretary Dr. Patricia Becher in the Schelmengraben district center set the tone for a weekend full of creative discussions and innovative projects.

The young people had the unique opportunity to speak directly to city politicians and administrative representatives. Burning topics such as environmental and climate protection, urban development and leisure activities were lively under the motto "Youth Happens". Supported by the city administration specialists, the participants worked out exciting project ideas, which they presented in an impressive "Gallery Walk" the next day. Mayor Gert-Uwe Mende was personally on site and was enthusiastic about the creativity and commitment of the young visionaries: "It is fascinating with what energy the young people approached their ideas. Your approaches show that you are clearly recognizing the challenges of our city to take responsibility."

Direct wire for the city administration

A highlight of the conference was the direct dialogue between the young people and the decision -makers of the city administration. Here the young participants were able to raise their wishes and concerns and discuss their first steps to implement their suggestions. "The results of the conference explicitly illustrate: youth participation is alive, and young people are ready to actively shape the future of their city," continued Mende. Dr. Becher praised the commitment of the participants and emphasized the importance of the youth conference as a platform for political participation.

In order to reward the commitment, the participants awaited an exciting leisure offer with overnight stays and numerous activities such as climbing, graffiti workshops and parties on the evening of the first day. Thanks to the youth campaign program of the Hessian Ministry of Social Affairs and Integration, the event was offered free of charge. The 2nd Wiesbaden youth conference "Youth Happens" is an important event that strengthens the voices of youth and gives them the opportunity to actively participate in the design of their city.