Benn Mariendorf Tempelhof

The program "Berlin Develops New Neighborhoods" (BENN) is an initiative of the Berlin Senate Department for Urban Development, Building and Housing, which has been active since 2017. The focus of the BENN program is on strengthening social cohesion and social integration in the neighborhoods of Berlin.

• Citizen Participation: The BENN team organizes participation processes to actively involve residents in the development of their neighborhood[2][3][4].
• Community Actions: The implementation of community actions and projects promotes neighborly coexistence.
• Cooperations and Networks: BENN builds cooperations and networks between local actors, institutions, and the population to enable close collaboration[1][3].

The main mission of BENN is to improve the quality of life in the districts and strengthen social cohesion. The values of the program include:

• Inclusion: The inclusion of all population groups in decision-making processes and activities.
• Neighborhood Solidarity: The promotion of coexistence and mutual support in the neighborhoods.
• Citizen Orientation: The active involvement of citizens in shaping their environment[2][4].

BENN focuses on sustainable development and social integration through:

• Identification of Potentials and Challenges: The program identifies the specific needs and potentials of the respective neighborhoods to develop targeted measures[4].
• Children and Youth Participation: There are special initiatives that focus on the participation and empowerment of children and young people to promote an active and engaged community[5].