Hundreds of students demand support: Protest for school assistants in Chemnitz!

Hundreds of students demand support: Protest for school assistants in Chemnitz!

On Monday morning, the town hall in Chemnitz was the scene of an impressive protest: hundreds of students from Sonnenberg loudly demanded more support for their school. Transparents with sayings such as "Every hand counts - also in the classroom" and "We need you" impressively illustrate their message. The protest was about practical democracy education, a concern that is very important to young people. The situation at the Pestalozzi funding center was particularly highlighted, where support for school assistants is urgently needed.

The uncertainty about the financing of school helpers ensures concern. After just four months, a helper received no wages, while another does not yet know how it will continue from August. Such uncertainties affect not only those affected, but also the students who rely on this support in order to be able to successfully design their learning. The protest shows in an impressive way that the young people want to stand up for their rights and have an impact on their educational situation.

political education in focus

But how is it about political education that makes such mobilizations possible? The working group for child and youth welfare (AGJ) has highlighted the role of political education in youth work and youth social work in a position paper. The importance of the initiative in society is discussed again and again, especially with regard to the children's and youth report of the Federal Government of 2020.

Various funding opportunities can also be helpful here. The federal program "Children's and Youth Plan" supports the youth welfare institution and promotes political and cultural education projects. There are also programs with “Erasmus+ Jugend” that finance non-formals and informal education, while the Doris-Wuppermann Foundation supports activities for climate protection and against discrimination. Such initiatives can help those young people who want to get involved to make their voices audible and to promote their concerns.

opportunities for the future

In times when education and social integration are more than ever in focus, it is crucial that young people get the chance to form politically and to actively participate in society. Initiatives like "I can do something!" Or "Youth helps!" offer financial support to promote social commitment. Such projects are not only important for individual growth, they also strengthen the sense of community and responsibility towards society.

As the protest in Chemnitz shows, the students have a good sense of when it is time to raise their voices. They show that it is much more than just about their own education - it is about the formation of many who are dependent on support. In a world that changes quickly, the demand for a fair and inclusive education remains essential. The protest in Chemnitz is just the beginning - there is very clear!