Expressive sandplay is designed to help children who have experienced trauma in their home country or while fleeing find a safe space to process these experiences. Using a sandbox, various materials, and play figures, the children represent and work through their inner experiences. About ten children aged 6 to 13 participate in each session, which consists of about twelve weekly meetings.
Facilitators receive training before the project begins
Volunteer facilitators play a central role in the project, which is administered by the Social Services Department of the District Office. Each facilitator is assigned to one child for the entire duration of the project. Therefore, it is important to be available for all sessions. Before the project begins, the mentors receive comprehensive training from an experienced trainer. In addition, they receive ongoing support throughout the project and have access to supervision and intervision. Upon completion of the project, all volunteers receive a certificate.
Information Session on July 23, 2026
The next round of the project begins on Monday, September 21, 2026. The two-day training for volunteer mentors will take place on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19, in Ludwigsburg. The weekly sessions—except during school breaks—are held on Mondays starting at 4:30 p.m. at the District Administration Office.
An information session for all interested volunteers will take place on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at the branch office located at Auf dem Wasen 9, 71640 Ludwigsburg, Room 212.
Registration and Information
Those interested can contact the trauma coordinators:
Saba Kulmaҫ
Email: Saba.Kulmac[at]landkreis-ludwigsburg.de
Phone: 0151-61046038
and
Jessica Sinemli
Email: Jessica.Sinemli[at]landkreis-ludwigsburg.de
Phone: 0170-3864929
Additional Information
For more information, interested parties can visit the official website for “Expressive Sandplay” at www.sandwork.org/de.
Dates
Information Session: July 23, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
Training: September 18 and 19, 2026
Project Start: September 21, 2026
Project End: December 14, 2026
