Bundesjugendwerk der AWO
The AWO is a leading welfare association in Germany that has been providing social services in areas such as health, care, and integration since 1919. With values like solidarity and justice, the AWO advocates for equal opportunities and a supportive community.
About AWO
editThe Arbeiterwohlfahrt (AWO) is one of the oldest and most significant welfare associations in Germany, founded in 1919. With a network of 32 state and district associations, nearly 390 district associations, and about 3,000 local clubs, AWO is supported by around 270,000 members. Nationwide, AWO operates over 18,000 facilities and services that offer a wide range of social services.
Key Products and Services
editAWO offers a variety of services in the areas of health, care, child and youth welfare, migration, and social security. These include, among others, counseling services, care facilities, daycare centers, and integration projects. AWO is also committed to political advocacy and represents the interests of people in difficult life situations.
Mission and Values
editAWO stands for the values of freedom, equality, justice, solidarity, and tolerance. These values have shaped the actions of the association for over a century. The mission of AWO is to enable all people to live peacefully together in a democratic, diverse society. AWO places great importance on promoting equal opportunities and social justice.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editSustainability and innovation are central themes for AWO. The association has set itself the goal of becoming climate-neutral by 2040 at the latest. This includes initiatives to reduce CO2 emissions and promote sustainable structures in all areas of the organization. AWO is also committed to an inclusive digital policy that enables all people to access digital technologies.
Engagement and Participation
editAWO thrives on the active participation of its members, employees, and volunteers. Under the motto "The We is always stronger than the I," AWO promotes volunteer engagement and offers numerous opportunities for participation, such as volunteer services and memberships. AWO strives to create a solidary and just society in which every individual can contribute.
Current Initiatives
editAWO is active in combating poverty and social inequality, supporting families, and promoting democracy and diversity. The association advocates for the rights of children and young people and calls for a stronger incorporation of children's rights into the Basic Law. Additionally, AWO is engaged in supporting migrants and refugees to promote their integration into society.
AWO remains an indispensable actor in Germany's social sector, continuously working to improve the living conditions of all people.