Freiheitsfonds
Freedom Fund is committed to the decriminalization of driving without a ticket in Germany. The initiative frees people from prison, promotes social justice and fights for the right to mobility. Supporters are invited to become part of this important movement.
About the Freedom Fund
editFreedom Fund is a committed initiative dedicated to the decriminalization of driving without a ticket in Germany. Every year, thousands of people end up in prison because they cannot afford a ticket for public transport. These people are often unemployed, without a permanent place of residence and caught in social crises. Freedom Fund is committed to ensuring that no one is imprisoned because of poverty, and calls for the abolition of §265a StGB, which has existed since 1935.
Mission and values
editThe main mission of Freedom Fund is to promote social justice and end the criminalization of poverty. The initiative firmly believes that mobility is a fundamental right and that social problems should not be solved by criminal measures. Freedom Fund advocates a society in which dignity and participation are guaranteed for all people.
Key products and services
editThe Freedom Fund is working closely with prisons and judicial authorities to facilitate the release of those arrested.
Sustainability goals and initiatives
editThe aim of the Freedom Fund is to make long-term use of public transport free of charge.By freeing prisoners, the initiative saves the state considerable costs that would be incurred by imprisonment.These savings could be invested in social projects and prevention measures to combat the causes of poverty.
Social effects
editThe work of the Freedom Fund has already led to the decriminalisation of driving without a ticket in several German cities. Cities such as Bremen, Düsseldorf and Cologne have decided not to file criminal complaints, which shows that a comprehensive reform is possible. The initiative has freed about a thousand people in the last two years, not only changing their lives, but also setting a strong sign against the criminalisation of poverty.
The Freedom Fund is a shining example of civil society engagement and shows how community efforts can reduce social injustices. Supporters and donors are invited to become part of this movement and contribute to the largest prisoner liberation in the history of the Federal Republic.