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A region that supports its people - in every situation and for every generation.

Focus on career orientation 

Career guidance is an important topic in the district of Verden. The local schools work closely with local companies to offer internships, taster days and careers advice. Projects such as the BBS Verden apprenticeship exchange provide pupils with a framework for finding out about career opportunities and making initial contact with potential employers. Career guidance events are also held in other municipalities in the district. For example, the Oyten careers fair is regularly organized in Oyten. Young people can speak directly with company representatives and find out about training and internship opportunities.

The job fair in Kirchlinteln is also very popular. With a focus on intensive advice and practical insights, this event is particularly aimed at young people who are still unsure about their Future career. Supra-regional events such as the Lower Saxony Job Fair offer a platform for finding out about training and career opportunities not only locally, but also nationwide.

In the district of Verden, there are a variety of measures, alliances and networks to promote talent and support people - whether young people or immigrant professionals - on their career path. Here is an overview.

Lifelong learning

Education is an essential foundation for personal and professional development. It strengthens critical thinking, promotes exchange between people and enables solution-oriented action. The district of Verden offers a wide range of attractive educational opportunities. There are 21 elementary school and numerous secondary schools for schoolchildren and young people, including the IGS Achim, the Domgymnasium Verden and the BBS Verden. An overview of the general education schools in the district of Verden can be found here.

There is also a wide range of non-formal education on offer, including various leisure activities for children and young people as well as early childhood development programs. These include DELFI, PEKiP and parent cafés, for example, which specifically strengthen children's social and motor skills.

There is also a wide range of educational opportunities for adults - from creative art workshops to courses at the Verden District Music School. Further suggestions and exciting further education opportunities can be found here.

Volunteering: Committed to the community

Volunteering plays a central role in social Life in the district of Verden. Many people are actively involved in clubs, organizations or projects that strengthen social interaction. If you would like to get involved, initiatives such as ZeitSpende - Freiwilligenagentur Verden can help you find the right volunteer position. In an online database, interested parties can see where their help is needed. For example, retirement homes, tutoring facilities for children from socially disadvantaged families and cultural institutions are grateful for any support. Particularly noteworthy are the many projects in the area of environmental and nature conservation, such as the Aller project, which protects and promotes the habitat of the river landscape.

Growing old in the district of Verden

The Verden district is also a great place for older adults to live. There are a large number of community centers and meeting places for older adults. Here, seniors can participate in various activities such as lectures, movies, and outings, as well as dance events, arts and crafts sessions, game afternoons, and discussion groups on various topics. In addition to regular programs, there are also several special events, such as Senior Day, which provides information on topics like Healthcare, mobility, and leisure activities. The Senior and Care Support Center in the Verden district assists older adults and their families with questions regarding care, support, assistance with daily living, and independent Life old age. To help older adults remain in their familiar surroundings for as long as possible and maintain their independence, the Verden district offers a wide range of service providers and support services, all of which are listed here in one place .

For equal participation in social and societal Life

The integration of immigrants is also promoted in the district of Verden. Since April 2023, the Migration, Participation, Integration and Language Coordination Office has been working to ensure that people with a migrant background can participate in society on an equal Life . This is made possible by language courses,vocationaltraining measures and intercultural encounters, among other things. Further information on the measures and initiatives can be found here.

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Leisure and sport

The district of Verden is a varied leisure paradise for all those who like to be active. Whether by bike, on foot, on the water or on horseback - there are numerous opportunities to discover nature and leave everyday life behind.

Art and culture

In addition to architectural monuments such as Etelsen Castle, the Ottersberg Amtshof, Verden Cathedral and the Thedinghausen Erbhof, the many windmills and watermills are both eye-catchers and witnesses to times long past. But the impressive exhibitions and collections also invite you to travel back in time.

Tourism

The district of Verden, nestled in the lowlands of Lower Saxony between Lüneburg Heath and the Weser, is a place with many faces. Beautiful natural areas and a wide range of cultural and leisure activities characterize the high recreational value. Day visitors and vacationers get their money's worth here.