Kulturnetzwerk Neukölln

The Kulturnetzwerk Neukölln e.V. is a diverse and committed network that has been active since its founding in November 1995 as an initiator and sponsor of various cultural projects in Berlin-Neukölln. Founded by dedicated cultural workers, the goal was to overcome the negative image of the district and strengthen the local cultural landscape.

• Cultural Projects: The network initiates and supports a wide range of cultural projects, ranging from music and theater to visual arts and interdisciplinary events.
• Youth Services: Since 2009, the Kulturnetzwerk Neukölln has been a recognized independent provider of youth services and is actively engaged in the field of cultural education.
• Job Placement: In collaboration with the Jobcenter Neukölln, the network connects unemployed and underemployed cultural workers with suitable cultural institutions to promote meaningful activities and support creativity[1][5].

The main mission of the Kulturnetzwerk Neukölln is to break the negative cycle of the lack of appreciation of the personal environment in Neukölln. It aims to improve the self-perception of residents by promoting creativity and cultural activities. The values of the network are based on democratic and equal coexistence, transparency, acceptance, respect, openness, and trust[1][5].

• Cultural Diversity: The network promotes cultural diversity in Neukölln by supporting artists and cultural institutions.
• Socio-Culture: It is committed to the field of socio-culture to integrate unemployed and underemployed individuals into meaningful activities and to prevent social exclusion.
• Diversity and Inclusion: The Kulturnetzwerk advocates for the representation of the diversity of society in cultural institutions and works on creating inclusive meeting spaces[1][5].