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[Translate to English:] Foto: Muslimische Ehrenamtsagentur Berlin (MEA)

The Nisa Volunteer Award honors Muslim women from Berlin for their outstanding volunteer work. The award is presented by the German Muslim Center Berlin e. V. and highlights the diverse volunteer work carried out by women in the city. The award recipients are nominated by their communities and selected by a jury. The goal is to raise awareness of their dedication and to encourage others.

The Nisa Volunteer Award is designed to publicly recognize Muslim women for their volunteer work in Berlin and to highlight their efforts. The award raises awareness of Muslim women’s volunteer work and honors their exceptional contributions to the city’s community.

The award is given to Muslim women from Berlin who volunteer and are nominated by associations, mosques, or organizations.

Presented by the German Muslim Center Berlin e. V. in cooperation with the Muslim Volunteer Agency Berlin (MEA) ; the award ceremony takes place as part of an annual event in Berlin.

Source: mea-berlin.de/dmz-verleiht-ehrenamtspreis-nisa-fuer-herausragendes-engagement-muslimischer-frauen-in-berlin/

The application period for 2026 has not yet been announced.

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May 31

NAJU (Naturschutzjugend im NABU)

In the nationwide “Erlebter Frühling” contest, children up to age 13 explore nature in their local area. Individual children, groups of children, school classes, and daycare groups can participate. Entries are judged based on various criteria, including creativity, relevance to the theme, and the children’s involvement. Award-winning entries win a nature adventure day.

[Translate to English:] Ein Kind sitzt mit dem Rücken zur Kamera in einer Wiese mit weißen Gänseblümchen. Die tief stehende Sonne scheint durch die Bäume im Hintergrund.

Oct 11

Kinder- und Jugendbüro Steglitz-Zehlendorf

Through the “District Heroines” program, Steglitz-Zehlendorf honors young people between the ages of 10 and 21 who regularly volunteer in the district. You can nominate a dedicated individual by October 11, 2026. The selected “District Heroines” will be honored at an event on November 27, 2026.

Oct 02

Bezirksamt Tempelhof-Schöneberg

Tempelhof-Schöneberg honors outstanding volunteer work in the district. Individuals who have been actively involved for many years may be nominated for the Medal of Merit. The Incentive Award recognizes individuals, groups, or projects that contribute to the community in the district. The Incentive Award comes with a total prize of 1,500 €.

Oct 02

Bezirksamt Tempelhof-Schöneberg von Berlin

In Berlin’s Tempelhof-Schöneberg district, the district office annually honors outstanding volunteer work. To this end, medals of merit are awarded to individuals who have shown sustained commitment to the common good over many years, and incentive awards—each worth €1,000—are presented to publicly recognize exemplary achievements by individuals, groups, or projects. Nominations are accepted by the Volunteer Office.

Aug 16

Bundesministerium für Bildung, Familie, Senioren, Frauen und Jugend (BMBFSFJ)

For the first time, the German Community Award recognizes projects, initiatives, and organizations that combat loneliness and strengthen social cohesion. Eligible applicants include civil society initiatives, clubs, associations, as well as municipalities and public institutions. The award is presented in four categories and comes with prize money.

Jul 31

Gesellschaft für Medienpädagogik (GMK)

The Dieter Baacke Prize recognizes media education projects that help children, teenagers, and families use media creatively and critically. Extracurricular projects, as well as collaborations between school-based and extracurricular institutions, are eligible to apply. The prize is awarded nationwide in six categories.

Mar 31

Bezirksamt Reinickendorf von Berlin

With the Dieter-Braunsdorf Medal, the Reinickendorf district honors individuals who volunteer to support sports in the district. The award is presented annually in bronze, silver, and gold. Starting in 2026, volunteers under the age of 27 will also be eligible for the award for the first time. Reinickendorf sports clubs and organizations can nominate candidates through March 31.

[Translate to English:] Eine erwachsene Person bindet einem Kind auf einem Sportplatz die Schnürsenkel der Fußballschuhe.

Bezirksamt Tempelhof-Schöneberg

Community Service Initiatives in the District