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Dr. Parnian Parvanta, Vorstandsvorsitzende von Ärzte ohne Grenzen Saving lives
Aid organisation
“I’m literally a doctor without borders”
Parnian Parvanta provides medical aid in crisis areas worldwide. An interview with the chair of the German section of Médecins Sans Frontières.
Vormann Patrick Morgenroth ist seit mehr als 20 Jahren Seenotretter. Saving lives
Help at sea
In wind and weather: sea rescuers in action
They’re on the scene when it matters. The German Maritime Search and Rescue Association has been ensuring safety on the North Sea and Baltic Sea for around 160 years.
Ehrenamtlich engagiert bei der DLRG: Mirjam Wennemar Saving lives
Volunteering
Rescuer in the water
“A second family”: Mirjam Wennemar of the German Life-Saving Association (DLRG) talks about her voluntary work.
Wie deutsche Weihnachten feiern: Alles was ihr über deutsche Weihnachtstraditionen wissen müsst. Christmas
Traditions
How Christmas is celebrated in Germany
Spending Christmas with the Germans: Which rituals are important and why potato salad is part of a traditional celebration.
Leichte Sprache ermöglicht leichteres Lesen. German language
Participation
Ensuring everyone can have their say: plain language
German is regarded as the language of poets and intellectuals. But rather than always being stylish and refined, language sometimes has to be easy to understand – for everyone.
„In den sauren Apfel beißen“ German language
Idioms
When do you “bite into a sour apple” in Germany?
The German language is rich in curious idioms. Here are some examples, and you can find out where they come from.
Dialekte sorgen mitunter für Missverständnisse. German language
Dialects
Dialects: when Germans don’t even understand German
The country of Germany has one language, but it is one which is incredibly varied in different regional forms. An introduction.
So wohnen Deutsche: Das deutsche Durchschnittswohnzimmer. Housing
Living
Discovering German living rooms
How do people in Germany live? And is there a typical German living room? Take a look here!
Panoramic image of Christmas tree at Brandenburger Gate in Berlin Christmas
“Silent Night”
We wanted to know what makes for a classic Christmas in Germany. Read what we found out here.
Faris und sein ehrenamtlicher Vormund Volker Kaltschnee Children’s rights
Unaccompanied refugees
Fresh perspectives for young refugees
Fresh perspectives for young refugees: the Frankfurt Child Protection Association’s “Volunteer Guardianships” project provides support and prospects.
Prämierter Spielplatz in Regensburg Children’s rights
Leisure time
The right to play
Children are entitled to have time to pursue play and leisure. This part of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child is implemented in Germany, and Germany supports it worldwide, too.
Fridays for Future: Aktivisten demonstrieren beim Klimastreik. Children’s rights
Nature conservation
Young environmental activists: don’t just talk – do something about it
A lot of young people in Germany are committed to nature conservation. They demand answers to urgent questions – and they’re prepared to get actively involved themselves.

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