Record year: 12 international projects strengthen Uckermark partnerships!

Record year: 12 international projects strengthen Uckermark partnerships!

Prenzlau, Deutschland - The past few months have been a real firework of activities and projects in the region. As nordkurier.de , the year 2024 was one of the most active in the club's history, with a total of twelve projects: over four partner cities: Barlinek in Poland, Uster in Switzerland, Varėna in Lithuania and numerous other overarching activities.

with thunderous success

The first sea gang around Lake Unteruckers in March, which attracted more than 120 participants, including 41 walking enthusiasts from Barlline, was particularly striking. It was impressive to see how new contacts were made despite adverse weather conditions. The international connection was also noticeable at the Prenzlau city festival in June 2024 when six alphorn players from Uster gave a spontaneous concert in the Marienkirche. Such moments show how important cultural cooperation is and that even in times of challenges the cooperation can be preserved.

Future -oriented partnerships

The financial situation of the association remains stable for international encounters thanks to the prudent housekeeping and targeted funding. Chairman Susanne Schütte has already announced that the collaboration with Barklinek, Uster and Varėna will continue. Not only new projects are planned, but also smaller exchange formats in schools and clubs.

In this context, it is important to look at the diverse municipal partnerships. A comprehensive database, as can be found on rgre.de , lists almost 7,000 connections of German municipalities worldwide. This platform, which is supported by the German Section of the Council of the Communities and Regions of Europe, offers an excellent way to find out about existing partnerships and establish new contacts.

active for the future

In addition, giz.de , how important it is that municipalities play a central role in the implementation of the Agenda 2030. They not only design infrastructure and public services, but are also significantly involved in political participation and democratic developments. The municipal partnerships mentioned here help cities and municipalities to develop local solutions for global challenges.

The support of selected municipalities can achieve this important goals, for example in the areas of waste management, climate protection or e-government. The next city council will present the annual report on June 26, which shows how these networks and partnerships are also important in the Brandenburg region.

This remains to be seen which new challenges and opportunities will offer the citizens in the coming time. One thing is certain: cooperation with international partners will continue to remain an important part of regional development in the future.