Left Party calls for state-wide strategy against homelessness in Saxony
More than 4,500 people in the Free State are housed in a facility because they have no accommodation. The Left Party believes that the Free State is also responsible.
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Diakonie calls for donations for homeless people
A park bench is not a home, says Diakonie. Especially in the winter months, homeless people have a hard time. Donations are requested to alleviate their fate.
Semperoper Ball celebrates anniversary - prize for Tino Piontek
The Semperoper Ball in Dresden is all about music and dance. The ball celebrates its 100th birthday in 2025. Little by little, the ball society reveals the secret of who will be appearing on the dance floor.
Commemoration of NSU victims - Özoğuz: important day for relatives
For years, the right-wing extremist NSU terrorists lived unmolested in Saxony. On the day they unmasked themselves, the victims are commemorated here.
Rehab applications have fallen over the past ten years
Fewer people are claiming rehabilitation benefits after the pandemic than before. However, German Pension Insurance expects this to change again.
More than a thousand people in Saxony want to change their gender entry
From November, the Self-Determination Act comes into force, which makes it much easier to change gender registration. Interest is particularly high in one city in Bavaria.
Sorbs expect clear commitment from new government
During the formation of a government, the potential coalition partners repeatedly receive demands from associations. The Sorbs also expect support on their own behalf.
Night café season starts - churches open for homeless people
During the winter months, homeless people can spend the night in the rooms of Dresden's church congregations. The idea came from a group of students almost 30 years ago.
Campaign against loneliness begins in Dresden
Loneliness can affect anyone. With a poster campaign, the state capital wants to show people how they can free themselves from it.
Six sets of baby twins currently at Chemnitz clinic
Twin boom at Chemnitz Hospital: six sets of twins born since the summer are currently being cared for there. And they have even more in common.
More girls than boys in Saxony's grammar schools
When it comes to the Abitur, girls are ahead in Saxony. Why is that?
New peace bell on Fichtelberg rung for the first time
A peace bell had been ringing regularly on the Fichtelberg since 2010. Heavily damaged by vandalism, it had to be replaced - after two years, the silence has come to an end.
Saxon Citizens' Award for Democracy and Friends of Nature
Whether in a local heritage association or a large foundation, the Free State of Saxony can count on the diverse commitment of its citizens. Every year, it awards prizes for special commitment to society.
HanseMerkur Award for Child Protection goes to outstanding initiatives
They are committed to topics such as civil courage, coping with war trauma, inclusion and anti-bullying: five social initiatives are awarded the HanseMerkur Prize for Child Protection.
Emigration of young people from East Germany continues
In 2023, more young people will have moved from the eastern German states to the west than vice versa. What does this mean for the age structure? And what about immigration from abroad?
Köpping: Maintain assistance for the hearing impaired
Only Saxony pays deaf people monthly compensation for their additional expenses. In addition to this support, the minister responsible believes that inclusion requires further efforts.
CSD in Döbeln: Colorful flags against brown politics
Hundreds of people demonstrate for the rights of the LGBTQ scene at Christopher Street Day (CSD) in Döbeln. At the same time, a right-wing extremist rally passes through the town in central Saxony.
Controversial exhibition about refugees in the Ore Mountains removed
An exhibition with portraits of refugees is being held at various locations in Saxony to promote understanding for those trying to gain a foothold in a foreign country. In one city, this does not go down well at all.
Saxony establishes seven basic education centers for adults with reading and writing difficulties
Adults who have problems with reading and writing are to find help in seven new basic education centers in Saxony in the future. The facilities will be located in rural areas.
Over 4,000 homeless people take advantage of overnight accommodation
People without their own accommodation in Saxony can stay overnight in facilities. The use of the facilities has been recorded on the same night for three years. Demand is increasing.
Signs from Dresden - Hundreds at diversity banquet
Dresden is once again hosting a banquet of diversity and tolerance. In the tense social climate in the country, the city is once again sending out a renewed commitment to openness.
Drunk man injures child and passenger in streetcar
A man hurls racist insults at passengers and hits a six-year-old boy. When the driver intervenes, he is also beaten by the drunk. The police are looking for witnesses.
CSD in Zwickau runs smoothly despite right-wing protests
Hundreds of people demonstrate for the rights of the LGBTQ scene at the CSD in Zwickau. Despite right-wing extremist protests, it remains largely peaceful - the police were prepared.
CSD in Zwickau runs smoothly despite right-wing protests
Hundreds of people demonstrate for the rights of the LGBTQ scene at the CSD in Zwickau. Despite right-wing extremist protests, it remains largely peaceful - the police were prepared.
European citizens' initiative for wealth tax #TaxTheRich
European Citizens' Initiative calls for a wealth tax to finance climate protection and social justice in Europe. Support until 9.10.2024!
Paritätischer Wohlfahrtsverband Sachsen warns against cuts to voluntary services
Thousands of people in Saxony do voluntary service. However, savings in the federal government could lead to painful cuts.
Image campaign shows: Acceptance of Sorbian on the rise
Acceptance of the Sorbian language is growing. This is shown by a new evaluation of the Saxon image campaign "Sorbian? Of course".
Dresden celebrates 100 years of the Semper Opera Ball
Dresden has a rich ball tradition. After a long break, the famous Semper Opera House has once again hosted annual waltzes since 2006 - and is now celebrating the start of the glittering nights.
Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz awards prizes to civic projects in eastern Germany
A few days before the elections in Saxony and Thuringia, the Chancellor honors volunteers from the East - and thinks back to a project of his own.