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Health promotion in Erfurt: Start projects against social disadvantage!
In 2024, Erfurt will support health projects for disadvantaged groups. Submit applications to the health department by September 30, 2025.
Health promotion in Erfurt: Start projects against social disadvantage!
The city of Erfurt is setting new standards in health promotion with a newly established funding guideline that will come into force in 2024. This initiative aims to strengthen the physical, mental and social health of the Erfurt population, particularly focusing on disadvantaged or hard-to-reach groups of people. Loud Erfurt.de In 2023, the city council decided on the new guidelines, which emerged from the reinvention of the funding guidelines and replaced the previous social funding approaches.
In the first two funding periods, interesting projects were launched that not only remain theory, but are already being implemented or should be completed by the end of 2023. These exciting projects cover important topics, including nutrition, exercise and addiction prevention, and are open to all Erfurters. Particular emphasis is placed on special offers for people from the village districts as well as from the Südost, Johannesplatz and Moscower Platz districts.
Financial support for local projects
The city administration has decided to provide a budget totaling 15,000 euros for 2024 to support health-related projects. These funds are available to independent welfare providers, clubs, associations, institutions and self-help groups who want to implement creative ideas to improve health care in the city. Applications for 2026 can be submitted to the health department by September 30, 2025 at the latest Puffbohne.de reported.
The health department also offers personal consultations to help those interested in submitting an application. Contact persons are Änne Kirchner from the health planning department and Anke Czekalla from administration, who are happy to provide advice and support.
Equal opportunities in health promotion
The new funding guidelines are not just a financial commitment, but part of a broader concept that focuses on health equity. Health disparities are a pressing issue that has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Loud Keywords.bioeg.de There is an increased need for action in the area of health promotion in Germany, especially to counteract social disadvantages.
The concept of opportunities for realization, as formulated by Amartya Sen, is becoming increasingly important in health promotion. It requires coordination and cooperation between different actors - be it municipalities, welfare associations or educational institutions. The Health Equal Opportunities Cooperation Association is here as an integral partner to improve living conditions for all people and thus advocate for fairer health care.
It remains exciting to see how the new funding measures will be implemented in Erfurt and which projects will attract the financial resources in the coming years. Insights into these initiatives could not only benefit the city's health, but also strengthen and promote coexistence in the different parts of the city.