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The Don Bosco Kath. Jugendhilfe Osnabrück is the largest youth welfare institution in the Osnabrück region and a recognized corporation under public law under the sponsorship of the Episcopal See of Osnabrück.[1][2][4][5] With over 100 years of experience - dating back to the St. Johann children's home founded in 1726 - it offers outpatient, semi-inpatient and inpatient assistance for children, adolescents, young adults and families in difficult life situations.[2][3][4] Currently, around 380 to 400 people use the diverse services, supported by around 295 to 360 dedicated employees.[1][2]
The main tasks include the accommodation, care and education of disadvantaged and developmentally at-risk children and young people.[1][2] The portfolio ranges from residential groups (e.g. for girls, young people with intellectual disabilities or external residential groups), assisted living and day groups to transitional care, emergency care groups, clearing, video-supported parental work and placement of foster families.[4][8] Since April 2023, there have been three stationary residential groups specifically for children and young people with intellectual disabilities.[3] These differentiated services in youth and integration assistance develop new perspectives, take into account biography, material situation and personal resources, and secure those affected a place in society.[1][2]
Named after Johannes Bosco (1815–1888), the "Juggler of God" and patron saint of youth, the institution lives his philosophy: help where it is specifically needed - lovingly, enthusiastically and hopefully.[2][3] The three pedagogical pillars Love, Reason and Faith shape Christian commitment and solidarity.[2] Based on a Christian image of humanity, Don Bosco promotes tolerance towards other religions and worldviews as well as a systemic view that includes family and social environment.[4] This creates varied fields of activity for employees and volunteers, for example in the Voluntary Social Year (FSJ) or Federal Volunteer Service (BFD).[5][9]
Inclusion is a central tenet: the institution employs people with disabilities and actively integrates them.[7] Historically adapted to social emergencies - from orphanages to infant homes to modern youth welfare - Don Bosco stands for continuous development.[3][4] Sustainability goals are reflected in the long-term safeguarding of perspectives, for example through transitional offers and family networks that enable stable life paths. As a member of the German Caritasverband, it contributes to social solidarity.[4][6]
Don Bosco Osnabrück combines tradition with modernity: From the laying of the foundation stone in 1957 to today, it helps "crazy" courageously where others hesitate - for a world in which every child has a chance.[3] With magazines such as "BEZIEHUNGSWEISE" it shares current projects and invites you to get to know the faces behind the work.[2][5]
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