Our goal is to make civic engagement and its importance for society as well as for each individual visible to the public. The nettekieler team advises interested parties and mediates civic engagement in all areas of society - free of charge.

The net, which is reflected in our name and logo, stands for our commitment to bringing people with different needs and requirements together. Because this is the key to a living democracy and a functioning society with a future.

The nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro is an institution of the Kreisarbeitsgemeinschaft der freien Wohlfahrtsverbände Kiel e. V., funded by the state capital Kiel and supported by the Jobcenter Kiel.

Target group

Everyone can get involved - regardless of age, gender, background or other facets of their personal life. We address people who want to contribute their motivation and skills in the various fields of social action. And we support those who are looking for volunteers: organisations, associations, initiatives and projects in which civic engagement is already practised or is to be practised.

History

Originating from a purely voluntary initiative, the nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro has been funded by the state capital of Kiel since 2006. Since then, many different projects to promote civic engagement have been initiated and implemented from here. The contact point and information exchange has developed into a constantly growing network. 

In 2015, the nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro founded the State Working Group of Volunteer Agencies in Schleswig-Holstein (lagfa SH). Based at the nettekiel Ehrenamtsbüro until the beginning of 2020, it was possible to create full-time structures with the help of the Ministry of Social Affairs, Youth, Family, Senior Citizens, Integration and Equality of the State of Schleswig-Holstein, which - in close cooperation with the nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro - are building an active state-wide network.

In addition, the nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro is a member of the Bundesarbeitsgemeinschaft der Freiwilligenagenturen e. V. (Federal Association of Volunteer Agencies). (bagfa) and the Federal Network for Civic Engagement (BBE).

Mission Statement/Vision

For us, civic engagement is one of the highest forms of living democracy. We want Kiel to be a place where people like to get involved and help shape urban society responsibly and in solidarity - regardless of age, origin, social status or other personal aspects of their lives.

We act in the common good, are politically independent, and are committed to the basic democratic order and human rights.

Bringing people together who want to make a difference is our strength. As part of a steadily growing network of experienced organisations and creative minds, we are now in a position to achieve a lot together. This is where experience, innovative ideas and passion come together, and where each individual can grow.

Advisory Board

Since its foundation, the nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro has been accompanied by an advisory board consisting of representatives of the state capital Kiel, the welfare organisations and the nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro. The advisory board has primarily an advisory function. The nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro regularly reports in detail to the members.

Members of the advisory board:

• Marion Janser, Head of the Senior Citizens and Neighbourhood Work Department at Diakonie Altholstein.
• Astrid Lamaack, Service Office for Volunteers at the DRK-Kreisverband Kiel e. V.
• Christoph Schröder-Walkenhorst, deacon of the Suchsdorf church meeting place
• Cordula Hausö, volunteer counsellor at the nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro
• Ursula Halbe, volunteer counsellor at the nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro
• Arne Leiser, Head of the Office for Social Services of the State Capital Kiel
• Jürgen Hoffmeister, District working group of independent welfare organizations

Netzwerk/Links

Our Facebook page (without registration):
nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro

Our Instagram page:

nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro

Orientation guide on the topic of civic engagement:
Engagiert in SH

Further information on the Kiel Pass (https://www.kiel.de)
Kiel-Pass

Further information on the Senior Citizens' Pass:
https://www.kiel.de/de/politik_verwaltung/service/_leistung.php?id=10033967

Responsible body of the volunteer office:
Kreisarbeitsgemeinschaft der freien Wohlfahrtsverbände Kiel e. V.

State Working Group of Volunteer Agencies in Schleswig-Holstein (lagfa SH):

lagfa SH

Nationwide network for the promotion of civic engagement:
BBE 

Federal umbrella organisation and professional association of voluntary agencies in Germany:
bagfa e. V. 

Schleswig-Holstein Citizens' and Democracy Award:
Für mich. Für uns. Für Schleswig-Holstein 

Thanks and recognition for commitment:
Ehrenamtskarte Schleswig-Holstein

We are all part of a community. And participating in social life should not be a question of financial means. That is why the state capital Kiel offers various benefits. For the Kiel-Pass and the Senior*innen-Pass, the nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro is your first point of contact.

The nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro issues the Senior Citizens' Pass. This bonus pass gives elderly Kiel residents with a low income the opportunity to take advantage of cultural, sports and leisure activities at reduced prices.

As a citizen of Kiel, you receive the Senior Citizens' Pass ...

• from the age of 65
• or disabled people from the age of 63
• if your income does not exceed the current standard rate (SGB II, SGB XII) after deduction of rent, health insurance contribution and similar fixed costs
• or if you receive a basic income support benefit (according to SGB XII)
• or if you live in an inpatient facility and only receive the cash amount legally determined according to § 35 Para. 2 SGB XII.

The Senior Citizen Pass is issued immediately by the nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro after checking the requirements. The Senior Citizen Pass is valid until the end of the current calendar year.

You will need:

• Identity card
• Proof of income and monthly expenses
• or a current notice of grant (basic income support)

Opening hours for issuing senior citizens' passports
Wednesday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Room A1 on the ground floor New Town Hall
Thursday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Room A200 on the 2nd floor New Town Hall

Senior Citizens' Pass

For more information, please visit the following Internet address:

https://www.kiel.de/de/politik_verwaltung/service/_leistung.php?id=10033967

Your contact:
Sabrina Dejon
Phone: 0431/901-5502
E-Mail: sabrina.dejon[at]nette-kieler.de

The Volunteer Card “Ehrenamtskarte“ recognises the commitment of volunteers in Schleswig-Holstein by granting discounts to towns and municipalities, businesses and non-profit organisations. These range from discounted admission to special events or offers. Anyone who appreciates the social contribution of commitment and wants to contribute to the success of the “Ehrenamtskarte Schleswig-Holstein“ can become a Bonus Partner.

The state's project partner in the introduction of the “Ehrenamtskarte“ in Schleswig-Holstein is the “Ehrenamtskarte office“.

If you are interested in the “Ehrenamtskarte“ or would like to become a bonus partner, please contact:

Office of the Schleswig-Holstein Ehrenamtskarte
c/o nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro
Andreas-Gayk-Str. 31
24103 Kiel 

Phone: +49 (0) 431-901 55 10
E-Mail: info[at]ehrenamtskarte.de

Encounters and engagement of all generations is an essential factor for democracy and cohesion in a diverse society. The project "Engagement of Generations" takes up this issue by supporting and accompanying ideas and projects for intergenerational engagement in the municipal area. Strengthening the exchange between young and old offers an opportunity to break down reservations between the generations and to awaken mutual understanding. Schools in Kiel or other places of learning should also be involved and learning through commitment or service learning projects should be implemented.

The following projects are currently being implemented:

• Patenenkel*in
  Poster Patenenkel*in (in German)
• KULTURISTENHOCH2 I Kiel
  https://kiel.kulturisten-hoch2.de/team/

Your contact person:
Anila Eid
Phone: 0431/901-5512
Mobile Phone: 0160/93045819
E-Mail: anila.eid[at]nette-kieler.de

The "Kieler Lesesprotte" is a children's book prize determined by a children's jury, which is announced as a contribution to the promotion of reading and the revitalization of Kiel's cultural life. Kiel's mayor, Dr. Ulf Kämpfer, has assumed patronage of the award.

What is the goal?

The "Kieler Lesesprotte" is intended to honor a current, particularly popular book. This book is selected exclusively by a children's jury. In this way, we want to encourage children to read. By writing a short summary, they are able to engage intensively with the content and give a well-founded assessment of what they have read. A review booklet will be compiled from the evaluations of the children's jury.

The initiators

The "Kieler Lesesprotte" is an initiative of:

• Büchereiverein Dietrichsdorf e. V.
• Büchereiverein Suchsdorf e. V.
• Kieler Kinderbücherei e. V. "KiKiBü
• Kieler Kinder- und Jugendbuch-Kreis
• MENTOR-Kiel - Die Leselernhelfer
• nettekieler Ehrenamtsbüro
  

In the 2023/24 season, the "Kieler Lesesprotte" was awarded for the fourth time.

Further information at:
https://www.kieler-lesesprotte.de/