Schwerin saves Ataraxia: 100,000 euros for cultural education!

Schwerin saves Ataraxia: 100,000 euros for cultural education!

The music and art school ataraxia in Schwerin can breathe a sigh of relief: recently it was known that the facility will receive financial support in the amount of 100,000 euros . This funding was officially handed over by cultural and finance department Silvio Horn to the school responsible, Daria Gorgel-Schmidt and Johann Ahl . This increases the total funding for the school to around 400,000 euros , which is of crucial importance for the sustainable securing of its diverse educational offer.

The increase in the funds did not fall out of the blue. The background is considerable financial difficulties triggered by the so-called Herrenberg judgment. This judgment has led to a financing gap of around 170,000 euros for the current year, which can now be partially closed by the support of the city and state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. Silvio Horn emphasized how important Ataraxia is for the cultural education of children and young people in Schwerin.

secure financing for cultural education

But the challenges for the music school are far from over. Without additional financial help, there could be drastic cuts in the school's courses in the near future. According to information from Nordkurier , the Schwerin music school plans a public demonstration under the motto "Cultural education in danger". This takes place on 19. May 2025 on the Schwerin marketplace to set an example that cultural education is a fundamental right.

The music school also needs a total of 170,000 euros in order to maintain its offers. 100,000 euros are to come from the city of Schwerin, while 70,000 euros from the state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania are required. However, the financial resources in the city's budget draft are not guaranteed in view of the tense financial situation. Many voluntary services are currently being critically checked.

cultural education as the cornerstone of society

cultural education plays a central role in the personal development of young people and contributes to social cohesion. Projects such as art and music schools not only offer creative development opportunities, but are also places of inclusion where joint creative promotes common values. The Federal Center for Political Education emphasizes that the financing of cultural educational offers at various levels-municipal and federal level-requires.

Since the application for funding is often difficult, creativity is recommended when applying. Private sponsors and participants are also indispensable for the financing of this important educational work. The Ataraxia uses numerous creative approaches to secure a comprehensive educational offer to the young people of Schwerin.

it remains to be hoped that politics recognizes the importance of cultural education and reacts accordingly. Because it is clear: Without targeted support, cuts and higher contributions to the school children threaten. The future of Ataraxia is on the brink and every voice counts!