Saarland Politics

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Ministry of Education and Culture (MBK)

Awaken curiosity, discover the future: UniCamp for female students starts today at Saarland University

The UniCamp at Saarland University offers female students in grades 8 and 9 a one-week research experience in STEM fields. In workshops, they explore topics such as space research and renewable energies and gain practical experience in scientific work. The camp specifically promotes young female tal

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State Chancellery (SK)

€20,000 for child and youth participation – Apply now for the 2026 funding pool

For the year 2026, €20,000 in funding is available for projects in Saarland that strengthen children's rights and social participation. Projects that actively involve children and young people in planning and decision-making are particularly eligible for funding. The goal is to promote child and you

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Ministry for Labour, Social Affairs, Women and Health (MASFG)

€20,000 for child and youth participation – Apply now for the 2026 funding program

The Children and Youth Participation Funding Fund is providing 20,000 euros again in 2026 for projects aimed at strengthening children's rights. Funding is particularly directed towards initiatives that actively involve socially disadvantaged children and young people. The goal is to support partici

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Ministry for Labour, Social Affairs, Women and Health (MASFG)

State strengthens midwifery services at maternity hospitals - an additional 80,000 euros for the "Early Support in Saarland" program

The Saarland state government is increasing funding for pilot services at maternity clinics by 80,000 euros annually. The funds will henceforth be distributed according to regional support needs to better assist families facing particularly high social burdens. This is intended to strengthen early a

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Ministry for Economy, Innovation, Digitalization and Energy (MWIDE)

Minister Berg and Corporate Representative Ertug witness Deutsche Bahn's species detection dog in action in Homburg

Minister Petra Berg and Ismail Ertug accompanied the deployment of a Deutsche Bahn species detection dog in Homburg-Beeden. These specially trained dogs help identify protected animal species during construction projects, thereby combining environmental protection with efficient construction plannin

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Ministry of Education and Culture (MBK)

International mobility at vocational schools further expanded: Final report on the Erasmus+ consortium

The Erasmus Consortium Saarland enabled more than 120 international mobilities for trainees and teachers at vocational schools between 2024 and 2026. With EU funding of over 344,000 euros, numerous internships and further training programs were organized in various European countries. This promotes

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Ministry of Education and Culture (MBK)

International mobility at vocational schools further expanded: Final report on the Erasmus+ consortium

Since 2024, the Erasmus Plus Mobility Program has enabled over 120 international stays for trainees and teachers at vocational schools in Saarland. Cross-border internships, further training, and exchange projects are supported with EU funding. The goal is to strengthen professional competence and E

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State Chancellery (SK)

Reform of Statutory Health Insurance - Saarland Requests Mediation Committee

The Saarland demands improvements to the statutory health insurance reform due to funding gaps. Prime Minister Rehlinger sees hospital, general practitioner, and nursing care provision at risk from the current bill. While reforms are needed, the financing strategy is criticized to prevent insolvenci

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Ministry for Economy, Innovation, Digitalization and Energy (MWIDE)

Caution When Visiting Forests – Increased Risk of Branch and Crown Breakage Due to Prolonged Heat

The ongoing heat has significantly increased the risk of branch breakage in Saarland's forests. Older beeches, ashes, and oaks are particularly affected. Visitors are urged to exercise increased caution and avoid hazardous areas.

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