Reunion after 15 years: old neighbors meet in Cologne!
Reunion after 15 years: old neighbors meet in Cologne!
Lindenthal, Deutschland - The return to memories and old connections can sometimes appear like a very unexpected gift. This was how a woman from Cologne was made who recently contacted the older daughter of a former neighboring family - after more than 15 years. Growing up in an apartment building in Lindenthal/Braunsfeld, the narrator had a special relationship with the neighboring family as a sole child, which moved to Rodenkirchen in the late 1960s. "It was not an easy undertaking to keep in touch, especially because I was away from Cologne for 16 years," she says. But now, thanks to an apparently everyday surprise between the neighboring daughter Ingrid and a school friend about her children, the door to the past was opened again. The Rheinische Adsblätter reports that the following meeting was filled with many anecdotes, photos of children and grandchildren and a warm laughter.
Isn't it fascinating how friendships can change over the years? The contact between the two women was limited in time, but both were with anticipation for another meeting. A small anecdote on the side: Both women not only share their memories, but also the zodiac sign Bull - a connection that offers them another piece of commonality.
Integration of refugees in the Archdiocese of Cologne
at a time when the discussion about upper limits and recording restrictions increased, the welcome culture of 2014/15 remains in the minds of many people. "Integration is not a one -way street," says Hensel, who underlines the importance of the active participation of everyone. This perspective is also stimulated in a recent study by the Bosch Foundation, which points out that the social participation of refugees is often underestimated. In addition to practical help, it is also personal contact that plays a central role. The Bosch Foundation therefore calls for more flexible handling in the support of refugees.
challenges and opportunities
Many refugees want to actively integrate into their new communities and are looking for qualification opportunities, but that can create tensions. One aspect that is often overlooked is the need for reliable contact. Because not only the formal integration, but also the interpersonal level are crucial for harmonious coexistence.
If the first steps are taken to approach and integrate in the community, this is not only important for the newcomers, but also for the locals who can be learned through encounters to reduce prejudices and to promote understanding. The "Action New Neighbors" will celebrate her tenth birthday on October 31 of this year with a ceremony in Siegburg. An occasion that not only recognizes the commitment, but also gives hope for a continued positive development of integration work in Cologne.
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