Doubtless Jack of all Trades” trade fair: support for single parents!

Doubtless Jack of all Trades” trade fair: support for single parents!

On August 23rd, a very special day for single parents and their children will be celebrated in the Dillinger Lokschuppen. The event “Undoubtedly Jack of all Trades!” promises a colorful mix of support, information and joy. From 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., around 45 different exhibitors can be visited, offering numerous advice, health and leisure activities for these families. Admission to this trade fair is free, which makes it easy for anyone interested to stop by and get information. Loud Weekly Mirror The event is supported by Prime Minister Anke Rehlinger as patron and aims to provide guardians with valuable information.

But what exactly can visitors expect? In addition to information stands, there are exciting lectures on important topics such as cybergrooming and developmental psychology. There are also child-friendly activities on the program for younger guests, including a dance workshop, a movement Olympics, face painting and creative hands-on activities. A parents' café also offers exchange opportunities for adults who find themselves in similar life situations.

Important support for single parents

In Germany, around 2.5 million underage children are now growing up in single-parent households, it is reported bmfsfj.de. This situation often presents challenges that require comprehensive support. Single parents are entitled to various counseling services to resolve conflicts and promote the relationship between children and both parents. The “STARK” project, for example, offers online advice on legal and financial aspects surrounding separations and is therefore valuable help.

Economic independence is another central theme. Measures such as the expansion of child day care and income-dependent parental allowance are trying to help single parents. From 2026, a legal right to a place in all-day school for children up to fourth grade will also be introduced - a step in the right direction on the way to more support.

A look at the statistics

It should not be forgotten that more and more fathers are taking on responsibility in single or separated families. The proportion is currently 18 percent, even if shared care often remains the exception. Research shows that 22 percent of children no longer have contact with one parent and 29 percent never sleep over at the other's house. These facts illustrate the need for events like “Doubtless Jack of all Trades!”, which not only provide information, but also opportunities for exchange and social networking.

By organizing the event, the Saarlouis district and the city of Dillingen are making an important contribution to supporting single parents. The co-organizers also include the Association of Single Mothers and Fathers and the Women's Representative of the City of Dillingen. Those too official website for the event provides additional information.

The fair will provide a valuable opportunity to show that single-parent families deserve strong support. Because as the saying goes: together you are less alone!