Landeshauptstadt Potsdam in the news

Potsdam has started the application period for its 2027 vocational training and dual study programs across various fields, offering job security and benefits.

More than 6,000 Potsdam residents have voted on 40 proposals for the 2027/28 citizen budget, covering expenditure and financing topics, with voting open until November 8, 2026.

The city of Potsdam has published its 2027 apprenticeship and internship guide, featuring over 160 local organizations and hundreds of career opportunities to attract young talent.

Potsdam faces growing financial challenges due to a significant increase in social welfare expenditures, driven by rising caseloads in various social services and insufficient federal and state reimbursements.

Potsdam will celebrate the International Day of the Girl on October 11, 2026, with various activities to empower girls and young women, emphasizing their voices and promoting equality.

Potsdam faces a severe budget crisis due to an 80% surge in social expenditures between 2021 and 2025, primarily for disabled children and elderly care, limiting funds for other sectors.

The Potsdam Museum is hosting an exhibition showcasing 12th-grade students' visions for public spaces, aiming to integrate youth perspectives into urban development.

The "Inclusive Coffee Chat" in Potsdam gathered over 200 attendees to discuss inclusive employment, support for businesses, and career opportunities for people with disabilities.

Four Potsdam museums are hosting a free 'Family Night' on October 10th, featuring diverse interactive programs for all ages to explore history, nature, film, and art.

Potsdam is hosting an event on October 9th to present the achievements and practical applications of its Smart City model project, including digital twins and AI chatbots.

Potsdam is promoting itself as an innovation center for AI and future technologies at Expo Real, while also accelerating housing development and expanding scientific campuses.

Potsdam introduces a new digital platform for social benefit applications to streamline processes and improve access for citizens, while also keeping traditional application methods.

The Potsdam Founders' Day on November 10, 2026, offers aspiring entrepreneurs resources, networking, and expert advice on starting a business, with a focus on financing, business models, and various support programs.

Potsdam has introduced a new online platform, sozialplattform.de, to simplify the application process for various social benefits for its citizens.

Noosha Aubel, Mayor of Potsdam, is under scrutiny for administrative failures after a severely disabled child endured a prolonged struggle to receive necessary assistance.

Potsdam has seen a 128% increase in naturalizations over three years, with 620 residents receiving German passports this year.

A group exhibition in Potsdam, in collaboration with LeWonder, explores the future by examining relationships, perception, and co-creation in a former military casino.

An information event on October 8, 2026, will detail the planning status and studies for a new sports field in Potsdam.

Potsdam honored four citizens for their significant contributions to culture, history, and community engagement by inscribing their names in the city's Golden Book.

Potsdam's Treasurer and Mayor, Burkhard Exner, will retire in spring 2027 after a long tenure, having significantly contributed to the city's financial stability and development.