Citizens get involved
Doing more than your duty, taking responsibility for society and the community: On the following pages, you can find out more about voluntary services, volunteering and associations.
Volunteering
Civic engagement often takes place behind the scenes and is rarely recognised by the public. Volunteers form the backbone of our society. They donate time and energy to support and help others. Without them, many would be restricted and perhaps even unable to act. They enrich the lives of fellow human beings, most of whom are complete strangers. >>more
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Voluntary service
Whether a Voluntary Social Year (FSJ), a Voluntary Ecological Year (FÖJ), a Federal Voluntary Service or a Voluntary Service for all Generations - in addition to volunteering, the programmes are a good opportunity to gain work experience and gain professional qualifications. >>more
Clubs
Thousands of people in Chemnitz are active in associations, non-profit organisations and initiatives. Whether in charitable organisations, sports clubs or cultural associations: voluntary work is an important part of society and makes our city lovable and worth living in.
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