St. Wendel: 2500 people set an example against extremism!

St. Wendel: 2500 people set an example against extremism!

St Wendel, Deutschland - The concern of extremism in our society leaves no one cold. That is why numerous initiatives have gained attention in recent months. The district has now decided to financially support projects for extremism prevention. As reported by the [WNDN] (https://www.wndn.de/landkreis-unterstutetzt-initiatives- against-extremism/), help offers that appeal to young people and educate about democratic values.

The accession to this project comes at a time when the topic is increasingly in focus, after all, numerous violent and agitation incidents have been documented in recent years. The support of the district is seen as a step in the right direction to counter extremism and thus promote a colorful, various society.

active against right -wing extremism

In an impressive sign of solidarity, over 2500 people demonstrated in St. Wendel on Monday. According to the [Diocese of Trier] (https://www.bistum-trier.de/news/news/artikel/2500-Menschen-beemo-demo- against-rechtsextremism-in-st.-wendel/), citizens took part in the event that was organized by a broad alliance. This included groups such as Workers' Welfare, the Adolf Bender Center, the Caritas Association and many other social organizations.

The participants, including the district administrator Udo Recktenwald and the Saar Social Minister Magnus Jung, pulled through the city center with banners and showed clearly that tolerance and humanity are very important. Susanne Zöhler from the pastoral area of ​​Tholey addressed the importance of making himself strong against extremism and standing for the values ​​of our democracy.

The demonstration, which was accompanied musically by a group of Lebenshilfe St. Wendel and the musician Dédé, also recalled the atrocities of the Nazi regime. The speeches were strongly emotionally and warned to stay active and not leave anyone in the fight against right -wing extremism.

federal government in action

The Federal Government also recognized the signs of the times and launched a comprehensive strategy for extremism prevention as well as for democratic and democracy. The [documents of the Ministry of Family, Seniors, Women and Youth] (https://www.bmfsfj.de/bmfsfj/service/publikations/strategie-der-tunde-zur-zur-zur- and-democracy-and-democracy-109024) make it clear that it is not only about prevention, but also targeted educational work. Citizen participation and dialogue should play a central role here.

Every commitment, be it locally or nationally, is an important piece of puzzle in the fight against extremism. In Cologne and the surrounding area, there is a strand to meet the challenges of time with determination and creativity. It is due to everyone to actively participate in this process and to set an example for an open society.