Every fifth child at risk of poverty: Schwäbisch Gmünd sets signs!

Every fifth child at risk of poverty: Schwäbisch Gmünd sets signs!

Schwäbisch Gmünd, Deutschland - In Schwäbisch Gmünd, the alarming reality of child poverty is made visible with an impressive week of action! From November 18 to 24, the initiative "Make yourself strong", which draws attention to the terrifying numbers: Every fifth child in Baden-Württemberg is at risk of poverty! This shocking statistics illustrates that poverty is far more than just a financial problem - it robs children the chances of healthy development and a fulfilling life.

The city administration of Schwäbisch Gmünd has merged together with several organizations in order to raise awareness of this urgent topic. In the “Dream Palace” cinema, every fifth place is symbolically characterized to illustrate what it means when a child grows into poverty. In addition, "strong makers bags" are distributed, which not only offer information, but also set a sign of solidarity. Events such as an online lecture by Nora Jehles about "opportunities for opportunities-child poverty in Germany" and a theme evening about affordable living space show the diverse facets of the problem.

diverse actions for more visibility

The action week includes numerous events that aim to reach people who have so far come into contact with little child poverty. On Friday, November 21st, there will be a pre-reading and mid-reading parliament for elementary school students, while the youth art school with the strongmacher mobil offers creative workshops in schools. These initiatives are intended to help children discover their talents and promote their interests. The initiators are part of the nationwide network "Make yourself strong", which combines over 50 partners from Baden-Württemberg to fight together against child poverty.

The actions in Schwäbisch Gmünd are an urgent call not to close the eyes from reality. Every child has the right to a fair opportunity in life - and that must now be made visible!