Football connects: Bremer and Osnabrück U16 as a guest in the Ja Hameln

Football connects: Bremer and Osnabrück U16 as a guest in the Ja Hameln

insights into the Hameln youth facility: football as a bridge for re -socialization

The project "Incong for a new life", which has existed between the youth institution (yes) Hameln and Werder Bremen since 2012, has again provided positive impulses this year. On July 31, 2024, the U16 from Werder Bremen visited the facility to play football with young people and offer them new perspectives.

community formation through sport

The simultaneous visit to the U16 of VfL Osnabrück was particularly interesting. "The invitation to VfL Osnabrück came about because we form a syndicate with the JVA Vechta as part of the Sepp-Herberger Cup. Vechta, in turn, cooperates with Osnabrück," explained Michael Wehmann, employee of Ja Hameln. This networking not only shows the importance of football, but also how important the cooperation between institutions is for promoting young people.

A look behind the scenes

The two young teams were led by various departments of the youth institution, including pastoral care and psychiatric and addiction department. These tours enabled the players of Werder Bremen and VfL Osnabrück to look at the life realities of the young people in the institution.

use of specialists and dogs

A highlight of the event was the demonstration of a noise spur dog by the service dog handler Uwe Sommer. Such demonstrations illustrate the reality with which many of them are confronted and show the important role of animals in the work of the security forces.

Personality development through football

Sabrina Hafner, social worker at Werder Bremen, emphasized the importance of personal development: "With football, we can show and show the young people different living environments and show how this sport can combine different people." The experiences given in the Ja Hameln should promote new awareness and understanding among the players.

Character formation in the focus

also VfL Osnabrück's youth coach Fabian Hebbeler spoke of thankful values: "The possibility of experiencing the living conditions of the young people here was extremely valuable. In addition to the sporting aspect, the character development plays a major role for us." This focus on personal development is a central part of the work of both clubs with young people.

tradition and gratitude

Michael Wehmann concluded the event with a positive conclusion: "The support from the referees now has a traditional meaning and we are grateful for it." The games between the teams are not only sporty competitions, but also an exchange of experiences and values ​​that are important for the resocialization of young people.

Overall, the event shows how football can act as a meaningful activity, which supports young people on their way to re -socialization and creates new community feelings. The exchange between the two NLZ teams and the inmates of the JA Hameln will hopefully continue in the coming years.

- Nag