Saxony pays full honorary allowance retrospectively
Volunteers will now continue to receive 40 euros per month with the approved double budget. Previously, only partial amounts had been paid out. This had caused criticism.
Current Social News from Saxony Dresden Leipzig Chemnitz
The current Saxon online newspaper. Current news on social issues today from Saxony Dresden Chemnitz Leipzig.
More money for violence protection and prevention in Saxony
Around 29 million euros will flow into violence prevention organizations and projects in Bavaria this year and next. It is a success that this amount of money is available, say the Greens.
More singles in Saxony - new dating formats in the state
Single people in Saxony are becoming more - and more inventive: from alpaca hikes for singles to live dating on stage. The latter also strengthens friendships.
Pensions in Saxony: men and women below average
The gap between pensions in East and West remains large. In a nationwide comparison, Saxony's men and women are below the national average.
Police secure Christopher Street Day in Pirna
Christopher Street Day is repeatedly the target of protests by right-wing extremists. According to the police, gatherings in Pirna remained trouble-free until the early evening.
Leftists demand more money for social housing
The federal government has announced that it will increase funding for social housing. Saxony could benefit from this with just under 150 million this year. However, 30 percent would have to be co-financed.
Saxony's population declines after two years of growth
Saxony's population has decreased again for the first time in two years. A record birth deficit is outweighing the influx - and is affecting rural areas in particular.
Saxony's population declines after two years of growth
Saxony's population has decreased again for the first time in two years. A record birth deficit is outweighing the influx - and is affecting rural areas in particular.
Saxony's population declines after two years of growth
Saxony's population has decreased again for the first time in two years. A record birth deficit is outweighing the influx - and is affecting rural areas in particular.
Number of people in need of care has more than doubled
The problem has been known for a long time, but there are no signs of a solution. More and more people in Germany are becoming care cases. The call for reform is getting louder.
Diakonie asks for support for homeless people in the heat
They live on the streets and are often exposed to the cold and heat without protection: People who have no home. Assistance is particularly needed in extreme weather.
"We're here to stay!": Peaceful parade at CSD Leipzig
After the protests by right-wing extremists, this year's CSD in Leipzig remains peaceful. 19,000 people march through the trade fair city. The motto is reminiscent of the Peaceful Revolution of 1989.
"We're here to stay!" Many thousands of people at CSD Leipzig
Following the protests by right-wing extremists, this year's CSD in Leipzig remains peaceful. Thousands march through the trade fair city at the climax. The motto is reminiscent of the Peaceful Revolution of 1989.
Liga der Wohlfahrtspflege: Social services under pressure
Social issues must always be taken into consideration - this is what the League of Welfare in Saxony demands. Especially in times of empty coffers, this does not seem to be a matter of course.
Culture in the countryside: federal government funds two projects in Saxony
When there is nothing going on in the youth center or community meeting place, frustration often grows in rural areas. The "Aller.Land" project aims to counteract this. The funded projects have now been determined.
"genialsozial" campaign day - pupils work for a good cause
Work instead of school is the motto for thousands of pupils in Saxony next Tuesday. They will be raising money for social projects in Saxony and around the world.
Diakonie sees disadvantages of digitalization in job centers
Digitization is a buzzword of our time. But do all people really benefit from technological progress? Diakonie in Saxony has its doubts and warns of the consequences.
Triathlon: Para-athlete Schulz once again European champion
Martin Schulz does it again. European Championship title number 12 for the German paratriathlete. And despite problems in his preparation.
Semperoper Ball 2026: Many tickets already gone
The Dresden Semper Opera Ball is a fixed date in the cultural and event calendar. Guests come from far and wide to dance in the famous opera house - film glamor has been announced for 2026.
Kretschmer and Woidke ask Merz to support the Sorbs
The Sorbs/Wends have been living in Lusatia for around 1,500 years. The descendants of Slavic tribes cultivate customs and traditions. Brandenburg and Saxony are pressing for further support.
"Klosical" by Prinzen singer - not a quiet place
Tobias Künzel is known as the singer of the Prinzen, but also writes musicals. As befits a true prince, his new musical also features a throne.
Lusatia celebrates international folklore festival
For the 15th time, the Domowina - the Lusatian Sorbs' association - is inviting people to the folklore festival. Visitors can expect performances from dance and music groups - and not just from ensembles from Germany.
More than 31,000 appeals against citizens' allowance notices
Every year, the job centers receive tens of thousands of appeals against citizens' benefit notices. The BSW in Saxony is calling for reforms.
Savings plans: social associations warn of long-term consequences
In its draft budget, the government has also made cuts in the social sector. If the planned cuts go ahead, there is a risk that established structures will disappear, warn representatives.
More children and young people taken into care
The number of children taken into care by the youth welfare offices in Saxony has risen slightly. In most cases, the authorities or police saw a danger to the children.
Lack of space in Saxon shelters from violence
Anyone suffering domestic violence can find temporary refuge in one of Saxony's 17 women's and child protection facilities. There are also facilities for men. Sometimes they are all fully booked.
Kretschmer in dispute with Wagenknecht
They discuss war and peace, broken election promises and their relationship with each other. Sahra Wagenknecht and Michael Kretschmer rarely see eye to eye in an argument.
East Germans in top jobs - the gap is only closing slowly
The road to the top is still rocky for East Germans. However, a new study on the elites in Germany shows slow progress.
Alfonso on a mission for democracy: young people miss being heard
He became famous as TV reporter Alfons, in an orange tracksuit jacket, with a fluffy microphone and accent. Emmanuel Peterfalvi now does comedy on stage - with a serious background.