First Community Action Circle

Our first Community Action Circle took place in February 2026 in Neu-Isenburg: an evening with residents, young people and volunteers about participation, listening and practical ideas for a stronger community.

The organising team opened with the purpose of the series: a regular space to discuss local concerns, meet people from the area and agree on realistic next steps. After a round of introductions, the group started from one question: what helps people feel connected to their neighbourhood, and what makes taking part easier or harder?

Two parts

• Group conversation: young people asked for more accessible ways to get involved locally; others stressed clear communication, welcoming spaces and activities open to all ages and backgrounds.
• Table discussions: smaller groups named local priorities and simple actions for the coming months.

Ideas from the evening

• a shared contact list for future activities;
• better ways to share local opportunities;
• follow-up meetings that combine conversation with a small hands-on action.

Small in size, the first meeting set a positive tone: when people have space to speak, listen and plan together, even one evening builds relationships and momentum.