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Everything you need to know about covering the costs of treatment for children's wishes in plain language

Everything you need to know about changing your surname after a divorce in plain language

Information for interested families in North Rhine-Westphalia

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.

Everything you need to know about changing your first name in plain language

"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.

Children need their own ID card to travel abroad from birth. An identity card is sufficient for travel within the EU and to Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Switzerland and Turkey. For all other countries, children - like adults - need a passport.

Easter crafts with children: Fluffy sheep made from cardboard and wool

If your spouse or partner dies, you may be eligible for a survivor’s pension (widow’s or widower’s pension). This pension can help alleviate financial hardship.

On January 1, 2027, the so-called Mothers' Pension III will extend child-raising periods for all children born before 1992 to three years. This means that parents of all children - regardless of their year of birth - will be treated equally when it comes to child-raising periods. The regulation will be implemented in 2028 with retroactive payment.