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The North Rhine-Westphalia Ministry of Education is funding the establishment of 54 additional family primary school centers (FGZ) in the 2026/2027 school year as part of the Startchancen program. The aim is to create places of exchange that strengthen families holistically and offer individual support with offers such as information evenings, activities and parent cafés.

On March 1, Equal Care Day focuses on the fair distribution of care work in families - because even though fathers are slowly catching up, women still perform the majority of unpaid care work. In order for parents to work together fairly, it is important to discuss the division of labor. Here you will find tips for the exchange.

Parents face many new challenges, especially in the first few months of life. The "Elternstart NRW" program, whose funding has now been more than doubled, offers guidance here. The free offer provides support with advice and courses. Find out more about Elternstart NRW and other educational offers for young families.

The state government is continuing to support midwife-led delivery rooms in maternity clinics, thereby strengthening obstetric care in NRW. Since 2021, half of all maternity clinics in North Rhine-Westphalia have already been supported in setting up a midwife-led delivery room. Further interested maternity clinics can now also receive funding.

When you get married, you make a declaration to the registrar about the name you and your spouse wish to use in the future. If you wish to change your name at a later date, you can do so in person at the registry office.

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International Women's Day offers families a good opportunity to talk to children about equality and the rights of girls and women. The website kindersache.de explains the background in an age-appropriate way for children from elementary school upwards and invites them to engage with the significance of the day of action.

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"Who is Bilal?" is an interactive mobile game for teenagers and young adults. It uses digital detective work to uncover the story of Finn, who, according to the signs, has become radicalized online. The state government is thus launching a new educational offer to prevent Islamist radicalization and disinformation and strengthen media literacy.