In Dusseldorf, contemplating life devoid of non-profit organization "Königinnen & Helden" in Oberbilk.
Queens and Heroes Summer Festival Brings Community Together in Oberbilk
Last Saturday (28.6.), the eighth annual summer festival hosted by the association "Queens and Heroes" took place in Lessing Square, Oberbilk. The event, which attracts a diverse crowd each year, was marked by favourable weather and a variety of activities for all ages.
The day was filled with games and craft activities for children, free training sessions offered by the sports school Alex from Huettenstrasse, and a climbing tower provided by the city sports association's sports action bus. For the adults, programs for families and seniors were also available.
The association "Queens and Heroes", which has been active since the beginning of 2013, collaborates with various actors in the district, including the sports school Alex. The group's mission is to empower marginalized communities, foster diversity, and support LGBTQ+ rights, creating safe spaces for self-expression and community building.
The festival was not only a celebration of the community but also an opportunity for the alliance for affordable housing to raise awareness about the issues faced by tenants in Oberbilk due to profit-hungry real estate developers.
Entertainment for the day came from the melodic-rhythmic music of "Brittmix". The festival also saw the first publication of the neighbourhood newspaper "Oberbilker Tageblatt", which features articles about the beginnings and experiences of young people who have been active with Queens and Heroes for ten years.
The event was well-attended, with visitors from the city and politics joining the local community. The first chairwoman of the association, Andrea Abbing, was supported by numerous volunteers.
In the coming months, the youth trip to Berlin, which was a highlight for a group of young people last year with a visit to the Bundestag, will be repeated. The association also offers holiday projects during the summer and autumn holidays.
For more detailed information about the background and mission of the non-profit association "Queens & Heroes", it is recommended to check their official website or contact them directly, as current indexed search results do not provide verified details on these matters.
At the community-focused event, families could participate in games and craft activities, reefreshing their home-and-garden décor with DIY projects perhaps. The association "Queens and Heroes" also published the first edition of "Oberbilker Tageblatt", a neighborhood newspaper, emphasizing their commitment to preserving the unique lifestyle of Oberbilk in their home-and-garden section and beyond.
