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FAIR.STÄRKEN e.V. - For a Colorful and Inclusive Society

FAIR.STÄRKEN e.V. is a non-profit organization in Cologne that has been committed since 2018 to support and empower children and young people from socially disadvantaged backgrounds.

Mission and Values

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The vision of FAIR.STÄRKEN e.V. is a colorful and inclusive Cologne, where all children, regardless of their background, have the same opportunities to grow up healthy, to know and be able to exercise their children's rights, and to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives. The organization advocates for the implementation of the protection, support, and participation rights of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and promotes the values of democracy, equal opportunities, and social participation[2][3][4].

Key Products and Services

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Social Learning and Group Work: FAIR.STÄRKEN e.V. offers social competence training, trauma-sensitive group work, and violence prevention in groups. These services take place in schools, daycare centers, shelters for refugees, and district-oriented facilities.
Educational Holiday Trips: The organization organizes holiday trips that provide children and young people with relaxing and adventurous days in nature and deepen what they have learned.
Youth Trainings and Violence Prevention: Specific trainings, such as the programs "STRONG BOYS" and "STRONG GIRLS," promote non-violent communication and democratic rules.
Democracy Education and Parental Counseling: The organization offers democracy education at institutions and parental counseling to support the healthy development of children.
Training and School Coaching: The FAIR.STÄRKEN Academy offers training for professionals, parent seminars, and further education in the field of social learning, including trauma-pedagogical basics[1][3][4].

Sustainability Goals and Initiatives

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Prevention and Child Protection: FAIR.STÄRKEN e.V. is committed to effective violence prevention for children and young people and works on strengthening resilience and child protection.
Cultural and Social Participation: The organization promotes the participation and integration of families and children into society, regardless of their background.
Successful Educational Careers and Inclusion: The goal is for all children and young people to have equal educational opportunities and to be included in society.
Education for Sustainable Development (ESD): FAIR.STÄRKEN e.V. integrates education for sustainable development into its programs to promote a future-ready society[4].

Network and Collaborations

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The organization is closely connected with schools, religious institutions, the police, and other social and independent providers in Cologne. FAIR.STÄRKEN e.V. participates in social space conferences and is part of the NEIS (Network Education in School)[4].

Support and Ambassadors

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FAIR.STÄRKEN e.V. is supported by prominent ambassadors such as Andreas Wolter, First Mayor of the City of Cologne, Nadine Truppat, Natascha Keßeler, and Robert Griess. The organization relies on donations and support to continue its work[2][3].

Through its comprehensive and long-term programs, FAIR.STÄRKEN e.V. makes an important contribution to promoting children and young people in Cologne, enabling them to have better chances for a healthy, happy, and equitable life.

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