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Volunteering is the heart of a social society” – AWO Schwaben awards commitment award
This is the material from which the heroes and heroines of everyday life are: As part of a great day of volunteering at the Textil- und Industriemuseum Augsburg (tim), the Arbeiterwohlfahrt (AWO) Schwaben has honoured particularly committed volunteers and project groups in front of around 130 guests. The award is presented every two years and distinguishes people who make an extraordinary commitment to solidarity.
Highest recognition for the AWO local associations
A special highlight of the award ceremony was the award of the honorary prize of the AWO Swabia to three outstanding initiatives and people, each of which was awarded a certificate and a prize money of 1,000 euros:
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AWO Ortsverein Sonthofen: Received the honorary award for its exemplary and sustainable integration work, which is specifically aimed at women with a migrant background and sets decisive impulses for social cooperation on the ground.
The main key points of the project at a glance:
The project “MiA” (migrants simply strong in everyday life) of the AWO local association Sonthofen (including in cooperation with the Oberallgäuer Volkshochschule) is a low-threshold integration and educational offer, which is aimed specifically at women with a migration and refugee background.
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Target group: Women (from 16 years), want.
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Integration & language support
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Practical everyday help
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Empowerment & Community
The event impressively illustrated the importance of passion, creativity and tireless commitment in the Swabian AWO local associations – a strong signal for cohesion in the region.
Chatting, swirling, quizzing. With MiA.
MiA is a lovely woman's name, and in this course, it stands for "Migrant Women Simply Strong in Everyday Life." The use of a woman's name is fitting, as the course is exclusively for women with a migration background. In a friendly, open, and above all, stress-free atmosphere, you can practice your German, make new contacts, and exchange experiences. You will also receive tips and support of all kinds to help you better manage everyday life in Germany. The MiA courses are offered in cooperation with the AWO (Workers' Welfare Association) local branch in Sonthofen and are funded by the BAMF (Federal Office for Migration and Refugees).
The concept combines practical activities like cooking, crafting, or sewing with conversations about important everyday topics – for example, health, school, family, or dealing with authorities. Women without literacy skills can familiarize themselves with letters, while those with low literacy have the opportunity to practice and improve their reading and writing. However, the focus is primarily on the enjoyment of meeting and exchanging ideas. In this relaxed atmosphere, learning German almost becomes secondary – and happens quite naturally.
Women aged 16 and over who have not yet obtained a school-leaving certificate or vocational qualification in Germany are eligible to participate. Recognized asylum seekers can also participate, provided they have been living in Bavaria for less than two years. Registration takes place in person during office hours at the Oberallgäu Adult Education Center and is always possible, as it is an ongoing course. Please bring your ID and residency documents. Come along and take the plunge into life with us!
Report - March 17, 2026