On November 10, 2026, Dr. Reinhold Hahlhege, Chairman of the Düsseldorfer Jonges, and Wolfgang Rolshoven, Antisemitism Commissioner for the City of Düsseldorf and Honorary Chairman of the Düsseldorfer Jonges, visited Dumont-Lindemann School to learn more about the work of the “Youth Dialogues” project.
The project, run by the non-profit organisation AVP e.V., promotes open dialogue among young people and addresses antisemitism, prejudice and social conflicts. Through personal encounters and facilitated discussions, it fosters mutual understanding, critical thinking and respectful interaction.
Thanks to a generous donation from the Düsseldorfer Jonges at the beginning of the year, several dialogue events with school students have already been made possible. This support highlights the importance of civic engagement in political education and prevention work.
Representing AVP, Sergej Aruin, Renas Sido and Mia Parker took part in the discussion. The school was represented by its headteacher, Joachim Kohlhage, and Philipp Norbisrath, a school social worker from Caritasverband Düsseldorf.
The discussion focused on the experience gained through the project so far, the importance of direct dialogue with young people and prospects for long-term cooperation.
AVP e.V. would like to express its sincere thanks to the Düsseldorfer Jonges for their generous support, to Wolfgang Rolshoven for his commitment, and to Dumont-Lindemann School for its trust and cooperation.
Especially in times of growing social polarisation, the “Youth Dialogues” project demonstrates how important personal encounters and open conversations are for overcoming prejudice and strengthening social cohesion.
