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The Caritasverband Südniedersachsen e.V. is an innovative, medium-sized social enterprise and the welfare association of the Catholic Church in the districts of Göttingen and Northeim. As a strong social actor, the association is committed to promoting a social and just community and sees itself as an advocate for disadvantaged people, regardless of their origin, religion, social status, gender or age[1][2][4].
The company offers a wide range of professional social services that are regularly geared to individual and social needs. These include outpatient and semi-inpatient care and support services for older people as well as numerous facilities for children, such as day care centers from crèche to after-school care age, a speech therapy kindergarten, curative education day centers and early support services for children at risk of disability. In addition, the association promotes integrative care and counseling services for families and children with the inclusive Campus Duderstadt[2][3].
The main mission of the Caritasverband is based on the Christian image of man and the following of Jesus Christ. Every person is seen as a unique creature of God with inalienable dignity, which is geared towards development and maturation and seeks meaning in crisis situations such as illness or death. This understanding shapes the solidarity action and the quality of the social services offered, which are provided in a strong, community-oriented network[1].
The association shows a clear commitment in the area of sustainability and social responsibility. In addition to professional support, the focus is particularly on promoting voluntary work, for example through the Freiwilligenzentrum BONUS Eichsfeld, which supports and coordinates voluntary work. Caritas Südniedersachsen is thus committed to sustainable social participation, integration and the preservation of the social infrastructure in the region[6].
With over 500 employees at around 16 locations, the Caritasverband Südniedersachsen combines tradition and innovation. Since its foundation in 1917, the association has contributed as a "strong piece of the church" to sustainably support people in a wide variety of life situations and to put social responsibility into practice[2][4].
In short: The Caritasverband Südniedersachsen e.V. is a Christian-based, socially committed organization that offers professional care, support, counseling and inclusive educational and support services. With a strong foundation of values, it is committed to social justice, human dignity and social participation and promotes sustainable volunteering for a community based on solidarity in southern Lower Saxony.
