District Administrator Allgaier warmly welcomed the carol singers and paid tribute to their commitment to disadvantaged children around the world. He emphasized: "Year after year, the carol singers send a strong signal of solidarity. With their commitment, they make an indispensable contribution to the realization of children's rights. It is our shared responsibility to give the weakest a voice."
"Inspiring role model": District Administrator thanks carol singers
During the visit, the District Administrator handed over a donation of 300 euros to the carol singers. As a small thank-you for their visit, the children received jute bags filled with sweets and writing utensils for school.
"With their songs and their commitment, the carol singers embody the message of hope and justice. I would like to thank the young ambassadors for their inspiring example," added the District Administrator.
Epiphany Campaign 2025: carol singing for children's rights
This year's campaign focuses on the commitment to children's rights worldwide, which were laid down in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1989. The Epiphany Campaign 2025 teaches carol singers how important children's rights are and encourages children and young people to work together with their peers from all continents to ensure that their rights are respected, protected and implemented. At the same time, carol singers learn how their commitment contributes to strengthening children's rights worldwide in a very concrete way.
The carol singers' donations support projects such as that of the Community of St. Paul the Apostle in Kenya, which provides healthcare and education for children. In Colombia, a country marked by conflict, the Sternsinger project partner Benposta supports children and young people who have experienced violence or neglect. In addition to protection, therapy, education and peace education, the so-called Children's Republic of Benposta places great importance on participation: the young people are largely involved in shaping their everyday lives and even elect a mayor every two years. Benposta thus strengthens children's rights to protection, education and co-determination, among other things.
