

Germering Insel
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Germeringer Insel: A social counseling center for diversity and community
editThe Germeringer Insel is a social counseling center that is committed to promoting diversity and community in Germering. It provides a central point of contact for people of all generations and cultures who need support and advice. The guiding principle "DIVERSITY IN THE COMMUNITY" reflects the commitment to see differences as enrichment and to tolerate no exclusion.
Key products and services
edit- Consultation & Mediation: The Germeringer Insel offers initial consultation and targeted mediation of assistance in various social problem areas, such as age, need for care, family, and health[5].
- Civic Engagement: It promotes voluntary engagement and supports self-help groups as well as intergenerational projects[4].
- Cooperation and Networking: The Germeringer Insel networks social services and promotes collaboration between providers and actors in social work[3].
Main mission and values
editThe main mission of the Germeringer Insel is to provide support to people in difficult life situations and to promote diversity in the community. Values such as protection, security, and participation in life for all are at the forefront. Everyone can develop without exclusion, and differences are seen as enrichment[1].
Sustainability goals and initiatives
editThe Germeringer Insel aims for an inclusive volunteer agency that enables access to diverse fields of engagement for all people, regardless of age, disability, or migration background[4]. It promotes intergenerational encounters and supports tandem engagements of people with and without disabilities.
Through targeted onboarding and training, the quality of social work is continuously improved. Health prevention measures round off the offerings[3]. The Germeringer Insel is an important part of the multi-generational house Zenja, which offers intergenerational programs and participation opportunities[3].
Sources:
edit- 1 - https://www.germeringerinsel.de
- 2 - https://www.germeringerinsel.de/kontakt/
- 3 - https://germering.de/germering/site.nsf/id/li_leitunginsel.html
- 4 - https://www.germeringerinsel.de/freiwilligenagentur/information-freiwilligenagentur/
- 5 - https://www.germeringerinsel.de/service/beratung-vermittlung/