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We are taking today's World Stuttering Awareness Day as an opportunity to highlight the importance of early intervention for children with special needs. Speech disorders such as stuttering and other impairments can be positively influenced by early support and targeted support measures.

Submit your ideas now! The state government will present the first action plan against loneliness in North Rhine-Westphalia by the end of 2024. You can submit your suggestions for the action plan in a "competition of ideas" until November 3, 2023. Click here for the online participation process.

Are you looking for exciting excursion destinations in the region? In the free "Discover NRW" app, you will find hundreds of offers for the whole family. Try it out now!

Your child loves video games - and you just don't understand this fascination? At the free online seminar "Eltern-LAN" you can immerse yourself in the world of games and exchange ideas with experts.

Which tax bracket is best for married couples with children? Which tax bracket do single parents choose? Find out here which income tax bracket is right for you.

With our new family guide, you can find suitable offers in your region with just one click - from family offices to multi-generation houses. Why not give it a try!

Crafting during the Advent season awakens the anticipation of the holidays! Our colorful cardboard Christmas tree is easy to make and perfect for the little ones. Click here for the instructions!

Christmas and winter time without singing together? Hard to imagine! The most beautiful classics are available to download for free on the Familienportal.NRW.

In North Rhine-Westphalia, polioviruses have occasionally been detected in wastewater. Even though no cases of the disease have been reported so far, health experts advise people to check their own vaccination status.

Challenges on social networks can put children and young people under pressure. In this article, you will find out why challenges are so attractive and get tips on how you can protect your child.

Media consumption over the holidays and during the Christmas break is an often-discussed topic in many families. The FLIMMO parents' guide gives tips on how to deal responsibly with the tempting range of films and series on offer.

Higher child benefit, more housing benefit, relief for people in need of care and relatives and adjusted income limits for parental benefit: Here you will find an overview of the most important topics!