A meeting event for Ukrainian refugees took place in Ensdorf. The invitation was extended by Paul Günter Köhler from the Friends of Refugees group and the municipality of Ensdorf. The event was very well attended with around 70 participants.
The meeting was aimed at Ukrainian refugees. Host families, friends, and supporters were also invited. Members of the Friends of Refugees group also took part. The goal was to enable personal encounters. People were encouraged to engage in conversations with each other.
The refugees were able to express their concerns and issues. Many took advantage of this opportunity. The topics included everyday questions. Personal experiences were also shared. The conversations took place in an open atmosphere.
The Friends of Refugees informed about their support services. The volunteers assist refugees in various areas of life. They help with everyday questions. They also provide support with organizational matters. The meeting offered a good setting for this.
An interpreter accompanied the event. She supported the conversations between the participants. This helped to overcome language barriers. Many questions could be clarified directly. The exchange was thus significantly facilitated.
There was also an offer for the children. A play corner had been set up. It was very well received. While the adults talked to each other, the children could play. Initial contacts also formed between the children.
The organizers expressed satisfaction with the event's progress. The high number of participants demonstrated the great interest. It also highlighted the need for such meetings. Encounters help build trust. They make it easier to settle into the community.
The meeting demonstrated how important personal contacts are. Integration is not achieved solely through practical assistance. It also requires conversations and mutual understanding. The Friends of Refugees group makes an important contribution to this. The municipality of Ensdorf also supports this goal.
The host families also played an important role in the event. They support many refugees in their daily lives. Often, they help with both small and big questions. The meeting also allowed them to share their experiences. This strengthened the cohesion among those involved.
The circle of friends made it clear that help is still needed. Many challenges can be better managed together. These include language, orientation, and everyday issues. The volunteers also want to remain points of contact in the future.
The positive response encourages those involved. Further meetings can help deepen contacts. They provide space for questions, conversations, and mutual support. In this way, such events contribute to good cooperation in Ensdorf.
