Project Objectives
Expressive sandplay is used to help children who have experienced trauma in their home country or while fleeing find a safe space to process these experiences. The goal is to activate their innate psychological healing abilities and strengthen their resilience. This nonverbal method is particularly well-suited for children who experienced trauma at an early age and have difficulty putting their feelings into words. By creatively constructing scenes in the sand, positive memories can be evoked, fostering a sense of control and self-efficacy.
Practical Implementation
Using a sandbox, various materials, and play figures, the children depict and process their inner experiences. About ten children aged 6 to 13 participate in each project cycle. A cycle consists of eleven to twelve weekly sessions.
Volunteer Facilitators Wanted
Volunteer facilitators play a central role in the project. Each facilitator is paired with one child for the entire duration of the project. Therefore, it is important to be available for all twelve 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.
Important Dates
The fifth round of the project begins on Monday, September 21, 2026. The two-day training for the volunteer mentors will take place on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19, in Ludwigsburg. The weekly sessions—except during school breaks—will always take place 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
Interested volunteer companions 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
Further 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
