Dusseldorf without "Königinnen & Helden" association in Oberbilk: An exploration of the city landscape and its significance.
In the heart of Oberbilk, Lessing Square played host to the eighth annual summer festival. The event, held under the warm, sunny skies, attracted a diverse crowd of visitors from society and politics, as well as local residents.
One of the highlights of the festival was the presence of the Alliance for Affordable Housing, who addressed the pressing issue of profit-driven real estate developers affecting tenants in Oberbilk. Their stand sparked important conversations and raised awareness about the need for affordable housing in the community.
Another significant figure at the festival was Andrea Abbing, the first chairwoman of the "Queens & Heroes" association. With her charismatic presence, Abbing won many supporters, including those who were intrigued by the association's mission and activities.
Founded in 2013, Queens and Heroes is a non-profit association that aims to provide a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, regardless of religion, origin, or skin colour. The association offers a variety of activities, including games and craft activities for children, language promotion projects for families, and integration and intergenerational projects.
One of the most exciting aspects of the festival was a trip planned for a group of young people, organised by Zanda Martens. Last year, these youngsters had a memorable trip to Berlin, including a visit to the Bundestag, and this year's trip is set to repeat in August.
The festival was a celebration of community spirit, with the smell of waffles and plenty of music drawing in visitors. For musical entertainment, "Brittmix" provided melodic-rhythmic sounds, while the sports action bus of the city sports association set up a climbing tower for the more adventurous festival-goers.
The event concluded with the presentation of the first issue of the neighbourhood newspaper "Oberbilker Tageblatt", and the sharing of experiences by the youths who have been active with Queens and Heroes for ten years in the neighbourhood newspaper.
Numerous volunteers ensured that everyone could enjoy the festival, making it a truly community-driven event. The summer festival in Oberbilk was a testament to the power of community spirit and the importance of coming together to celebrate and discuss the issues that matter.
- The Alliance for Affordable Housing, present at the summer festival in Oberbilk, struck a chord with locals and festival-goers, Uplifting discussions about the importance of affordable home-and-garden opportunities within the community.
- As part of the festivities, Queens and Heroes, a non-profit promoting education-and-self-development, provided activities for people of various backgrounds, Encouraging integration and fostering a diverse lifestyle within the heart of Oberbilk.
