"Tackling the challenge proved to be a monumental effort"
Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung Honours Düsseldorf's Social Affairs Office as a 'Crisis Hero'
The Social Affairs Office in Düsseldorf has been recognised as a 'Crisis Hero' in Germany during the Corona crisis. This prestigious title is part of a special supplement published by the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (FAZ), in collaboration with the F.A.Z. Institute and its partners.
The 'Crisis Hero' award acknowledges individuals and organisations that have made significant contributions to overcoming the pandemic. The Social Affairs Office in Düsseldorf has been singled out for their efforts in supporting vulnerable groups during these challenging times.
City Director Burkhard Hintzsche expressed his gratitude to the Social Affairs Office, praising them for providing quick, unbureaucratic, and individual support to those in need. The F.A.Z. Institute, Hansgrohe, Beekeeper, Signal Iduna, and news aktuell are among the entities thanking the Social Affairs Office for their extraordinary help during the pandemic.
The Social Affairs Director, Roland Buschhausen, accepted the 'Crisis Hero' award, stating it provides motivation for the employees and volunteers of the Social Affairs Office. He acknowledged that the Herculean task of the pandemic could only be mastered with the help of great people in the centers and the office.
The 'Crisis Heroes' award recognises a wide range of activities, including producing large quantities of disinfectant for hospitals, providing special care services for the elderly, and setting up internet platforms for organising neighbourhood help. The Social Affairs Office in Düsseldorf has been involved in all these initiatives, ensuring the needs of people in need were met during the pandemic.
The number of 'Crisis Heroes' stands as a symbol for many others, demonstrating remarkable civic engagement in Germany during the pandemic. The list of 'Crisis Heroes' was compiled after examining around 350 million sources, highlighting the extensive research and careful consideration that went into the selection process.
From healthcare workers at the forefront, providing medical care and support to patients, to volunteers assisting with contact tracing and distributing supplies, essential service providers ensuring the continuity of basic services and goods, and community leaders organising community responses and raising awareness about safety measures, the 'Crisis Heroes' have played a crucial role in managing the pandemic in Germany.
The recognition of the Social Affairs Office in Düsseldorf as a 'Crisis Hero' is a testament to their hard work and dedication. It serves as an inspiration for all those working tirelessly to support their communities during these challenging times.
The Social Affairs Office in Düsseldorf, recognized as a 'Crisis Hero', has been singled out for their significant contributions to health-and-wellness in Germany during the Corona crisis, particularly in supporting vulnerable groups. Their efforts in various initiatives, such as producing disinfectant, providing special care services, and setting up internet platforms, have ensured the needs of people in need were met, demonstrating their commitment to science and wellness.
