Living diversity for a colorful district

Commitment against racism and discrimination requires continuity and constant remembrance, education, knowledge and curiosity about the colorful cultural diversity that has always shaped the district of Böblingen and continues to do so today. Accepting, tolerating and embracing others and recognizing common values such as respect, tolerance and peaceful coexistence despite all differences is the goal of democracy. Open-mindedness and diversity - this is what the association "Landkreis Böblingen bleibt bunt e.V." stands for. Founded in September 2022, the non-profit association sends a clear signal against racism, discrimination, chauvinism, exclusion and division in society.

"Landkreis Böblingen bleibt bunt e.V." consists of five board members, an office, numerous members and over 110 supporters from various industries and fields of activity such as IT, healthcare, crafts, gastronomy, the service sector, the Chamber of Industry and Commerce, the District Chamber of Crafts, the job center and employment agency, asylum groups and initiatives. The five-member board is made up of District Administrator Roland Bernhard, Harald Grumser, Ioannis Delakos, Ekaterina Ohngemach and Andrea Stratmann. Nina Born is in charge of the association's office and bundles all activities, organizes the meetings, coordinates the annual "Action Weeks against Racism" and, together with a communications working group, takes care of the association's public image and public relations work.

Every year from September 1 to November 30, associations, initiatives, private individuals, schools and other institutions have the opportunity to submit a maximum of €2,000 per project application to the "Landkreis Böblingen bleibt bunt e.V." association for financial support for campaigns and events. Applications can be submitted as part of the annual "Action Weeks against Racism". A jury consisting of the association's board decides on the awarding of funding. The projects to be submitted should benefit, involve and include people with a migrant background in the district of Böblingen. Further information including funding guidelines and application form can be found on the homepage of "Landkreis Böblingen bleibt bunt e.V."

In addition to companies and associations, private individuals can also get involved in the association. This is possible through membership or as a supporter, sponsor or volunteer, who can help shape the content of the association's activities and contribute their issues relating to racism, discrimination and exclusion. Membership for private individuals is possible from €50.00 per year and for companies from €100.00 per year. Further information is available on the website of "Landkreis Böblingen bleibt bunt e.V.".