We cordially invite you to the opening of the Terre des Hommes exhibition "No Place for Children" on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 5:30 pm in the Helene-Nathan-Library (Berlin-Neukölln).
Together with stakeholders from politics, administration and civil society, as well as with affected young people, we would like to discuss: How can better care and accommodation for children and young people seeking protection be achieved in Berlin?
With:
Andrea Haefner, Advocacy Center SURVIVAL - BNS
· Daniel Jasch, Consultant BBZ-KommMit eV.
• Julia Thöns, Head of District Planning and Coordination Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg (requested)
· Berlin Senate Administration (requested)
Representatives of the democratic parties
One in three asylum applications in 2024 came from a child or young person. They are fleeing war, poverty, the consequences of climate change, and violence – and they need protection! But in this country, they often face a lack of prospects: cramped accommodations, a daily life full of uncertainty, and a lack of support. The tightening of asylum laws (CEAS reform) is exacerbating the situation.
Studies show that the inadequate reception and accommodation system hinders the integration, education, and participation of young people. The often lengthy stays in substandard accommodations violate children's rights.
The Terre des Hommesreport and the exhibition "No Place for Children: Perspectives of Young Asylum Seekers on Their Accommodation" highlight the perspectives of young asylum seekers in various forms of accommodation, such as state initial reception centers, Germany's largest refugee camp Berlin-Tegel, or in camp-like subsequent accommodation: How do they experience their accommodation? What gives them strength during the waiting period?
Children need freedom, safety and security!
The aims of the discussion event on December 10th at 5:30 pm are to make visible the voices and experiences of young refugees, as well as to discuss and highlight contributions and options for action from different perspectives and at different levels - as civil society, in the Berlin districts and at the state level.
Where? Helene-Nathan-Library - 4th floor in the Neukölln Arcades (Karl-Marx-Str. 66, 12043 Berlin), accessible via a small staircase next to the parking garage or via an elevator (entrance Post, elevator to parking deck 4).