Invitation for active and informed community members
Engaging in Augsburg: A Guide to Citizen Participation and Recognition
Augsburg, a vibrant city in Bavaria, welcomes new residents and their families with open arms. The Lord Mayor cordially invites you to get to know representatives from administration, citizenship, and politics, and to learn about the city's cultural highlights, attractions, and the social sector, including voluntary engagement and its volunteers.
Opportunities for citizen engagement can be found here. The city offers various platforms for volunteer work, such as the volunteer fair that takes place every two years. The next fair will take place on April 18, 2026, at the city library.
The "For Each Other!" low-threshold recognition format of the city of Augsburg for civically engaged people offers honorees public recognition on many channels and a small prize. Associations, organizations, initiatives, and individuals can nominate engaged persons for this award, and engaged individuals can also nominate themselves. More information can be found here.
In addition, the Bavarian Honorary Service Card is a new building block in the recognition culture of the city of Augsburg, honoring exceptional, long-term engagement (at least 250 hours per year for at least two years). The festive reception for all new holders of the Bavarian Honorary Service Card of the city of Augsburg and other particularly engaged persons is held once a year, thanking volunteers for their outstanding engagement in a festive setting.
Citizens contribute added value to the city society that would otherwise not be possible. Liability, accident, and possibly motor vehicle insurance are particularly important for voluntary engagement. The respective provider should have agreed on insurance for the involvement. Further information about insurance for volunteers can be found on the website of the Ministry of Social Affairs.
It's worth noting that while the city of Augsburg has implemented building blocks for a recognition culture since 2011, specific city-level recognition programs for civic engagement may not be found in the provided search results. Consulting Augsburg city’s official municipal resources or community organizations may provide detailed and current initiatives.
Lastly, the city of Augsburg hosts a special reception for its new residents, welcoming them with a large family festival to make them feel at home. This warm welcome underscores the city's commitment to fostering a sense of community and inclusivity.
