Wichtiger Hinweis
Youth Parliament
We have been around since May 2002 and we stand for participation. What is that? It's quite simple. The word comes from the Latin term "particeps" and stands for involvement or participation. And that's exactly what the Youth Parliament is all about. In concrete terms: getting involved and participating - we are the voice of Erlangen's young people.
Who we are, what we do - and more
It represents the young people of Erlangen. This means that it takes up the suggestions and interests of Erlangen's young people and represents them to the city council and the city administration. Above all, of course, it is called upon to support politics and administration on youth-specific issues. Anyone can attend the at least five public meetings per year. Not only members are allowed to speak, but also guests. In addition, the Youth Parliament holds internal working sessions as required.
The youth parliament consists of 15 honorary members. It is elected by the young people of Erlangen every two years according to democratic principles. It is headed by the board of directors, consisting of the first chairperson, the second chairperson, the press officer and the treasurer. The first chairman is Robin Grille, the second chairman Alexander Ackermann.
February 5, 2026: Mach mal Zukunft - Festival at the E-Werk
The Stadtjugendring Erlangen and the Kreisjugendring Erlangen-Höchstadt as well as various other partners invite you to the Mach mal Zukunft - Festival at the E-Werk! For one day on February 5, everything will revolve around the question: How do we want to shape our future?
In exciting workshops in the morning and afternoon, you can discover ideas for the future, experiment and develop visions together - on topics such as the environment, living together, digitalization and justice. Live activities, music and lots of creative opportunities to try out and design are waiting for you. Come along and create the future - with your ideas, your commitment and your curiosity!
There will be hands-on stands and workshops throughout the day. In the afternoon, you can also look forward to some music and art projects, and the youth parliament will meet in public.
New youth parliament elected
From Monday, October 27, 2025, to Friday, October 31, 2025, the new youth parliament was elected. 7,094 young people were eligible to vote. 1,219 young people took part in the ballot. The voter turnout was therefore 17.18 percent. The following 15 young people were elected: Marissa Weinrich, Apoorv Kumar, Sonja Juliane Burger, Kriti Miglani (all Albert-Schweitzer-Gymnasium), Robin Grille (Gymnasium Fridericianum), Helena Neubert (Emmy-Noether-Gymnasium), Mustafa Okyay (Eichendorffschule), Sarah Stefanie Beyer (Marie-Therese-Gymnasium), Nazar Karaaslan (Eichendorffschule), Leonie Sun (Christian-Ernst-Gymnasium), Marlene Johannssen (Gymnasium Fridericianum), Laura Krause (Ohm-Gymnasium), Zoi Mitriki (Eichendorffschule), Isabella Zittlau (Marie-Therese-Gymnasium) and Alexander Ackermann (Ohm-Gymnasium).
A strong signal for diversity, respect and tolerance
On October 6, the "Erlangen Declaration for Diversity, Respect and Tolerance" was signed in the town hall. It is the result of a comprehensive process involving over 40 committed representatives from civil society, business and academia. Together, they are committed to living together as equals and in solidarity in our city - and to seeing diversity as a strength. The network of signatories stands for shared values, mutual respect and active cooperation. With the "Erlangen Declaration", our city makes it clear that diversity is not just a buzzword, but a living reality!
The message of the Youth Parliament: "We members of the Erlangen Youth Parliament are actively committed to respectful, diverse and tolerant coexistence. By signing the Erlangen Declaration, we are making a clear commitment to democratic values and an open society. Especially as representatives of young people, it is important for us to send a strong signal against exclusion and for peaceful coexistence."
Application for online election
The Youth Parliament's statutes currently stipulate that ballot boxes and prepared ballot papers are used for the election. In order to offer more options and flexibility for the election, and hopefully also to achieve a better voter turnout as a result, online voting should be possible, as in 2020 and 2023. The Youth Parliament passed a motion to this effect at its public meeting on October 6, 2025. The application has been with the city administration for processing since October 7.
Activity report 2024
The 2024 activity report has been published. It contains an overview of important activities. The report is published exclusively in digital form and can be requested from the office.
Applications from the Youth Parliament must be dealt with within three months. However, some applications require more time, so the processing time may be longer.
Application for online election
Currently, the statutes of the Youth Parliament stipulate that ballot boxes and prepared ballot papers are used for the election. In order to offer more options and flexibility for the election, and hopefully also to achieve a better voter turnout as a result, online voting should be possible, as in 2020 and 2023. The Youth Parliament passed a motion to this effect at its public meeting on October 6, 2025. The application has been with the city administration for processing since October 7.
Application for the creation of a beach volleyball court
In December 2021, the search for potential locations for new public beach volleyball courts and the construction of a total of six new courts at suitable locations in the city was requested. In addition, an application was submitted in June 2023 to construct a beach volleyball court in Tennenlohe. In its justification, the youth parliament follows the argumentation of a former chairman.
Free provision of menstrual products
The application is dated October 2022 and is currently being implemented: the city administration started a test phase at the beginning of the school year in September 2022, which ended in December 2022. As part of a pilot project, three locations were equipped with dispensers from which tampons and pads can be taken. Once the project was completed, it was evaluated from January to March 2023. Based on this, a calculation for the permanent provision of period products in schools and public buildings will be drawn up and a proposal for possible further implementation will be developed. More information can be found here
Rationale for the proposal: Periods and the need for menstrual hygiene products are part of everyday life for menstruating women. The free provision of menstrual products is a relief for menstruating people. It also helps to destigmatize periods and can boost the self-confidence of younger students in particular. Last but not least, the provision offers relief for pupils from low-income families and reduces the additional costs that menstruating people have to pay for their periods. In Scotland, free menstrual products have been available at schools and universities since 2018, in New Zealand there are free menstrual products at schools and such projects are also running in Germany at the grammar school in Wasserburg and at the university in Merseburg. The City Pupils' Council and the Youth Parliament of the City of Wiesbaden have also launched a successful pilot project in this regard at the Dilthey School. The youth parliament believes that the city of Erlangen should follow these exemplary models.
LED lighting system for the hard court in Tennenlohe from October 2021
In October 2021, the youth parliament requested that the hard court in Tennenlohe be equipped with an LED lighting system. The committee thus supported the wish of the children and young people from the district. The responsible city council committee decided to approve the application on February 8, 2022. The lighting on the SV Tennenlohe hard pitch has been in operation since the beginning of April 2023. This was announced by the responsible department at the beginning of June.
Free provision of menstrual products from October 2022
Periods and the need for menstrual hygiene products are part of everyday life for menstruating women. The free provision of menstrual products is a relief for menstruating people. It also helps to destigmatize periods and can boost the self-confidence of younger students in particular. Last but not least, the provision offers relief for pupils from low-income families and reduces the additional costs that menstruating people have to pay for their periods. In Scotland, free menstrual products have been available at schools and universities since 2018, in New Zealand there are free menstrual products at schools and such projects are also running in Germany at the grammar school in Wasserburg and at the university in Merseburg. The City Pupils' Council and the Youth Parliament of the City of Wiesbaden have also launched a successful pilot project in this regard at the Dilthey School. The youth parliament believes that the city of Erlangen should follow these exemplary models.
Processing by the city administration: It started a test phase at the beginning of the school year in September 2022, which will end in December 2022. As part of a pilot project, three locations were equipped with dispensers from which tampons and pads can be taken. Once the project was completed, it was evaluated from January to March 2023. Based on this, a calculation for the permanent provision of period products in schools and public buildings will be drawn up and a proposal for possible further implementation will be developed. More information can be found here.
Motion from March 22, 2022: Construction of one or more calisthenics parks in the center of Erlangen
Justification: During the corona pandemic, awareness and the associated demand for outdoor sports and leisure activities has increased among many people. Calisthenics is about exercising with your own body weight, which reduces the risk of injury. A calisthenics park therefore offers a free "alternative" to fitness studios. The park at Dechsendorfer Weiher is already a location where calisthenics can be practised, but it is very far from the city center. A facility was built in 2022 on Bayernstraße, which is relatively easy to reach from the city center.
New beach volleyball court opened at Dechsendorfer Weiher
The city of Erlangen officially opened the new beach volleyball court at Dechsendorfer Weiher on July 30. Mayor Jörg Volleth and those responsible from the city's Department of Sport and Health Promotion opened the court for the first match. Paul Fenner took part in the opening on behalf of the youth parliament. The new playing field at Dechsendorfer Weiher is located on the north-eastern bank, not far from the calisthenics facility and the barbecue area. It has a total area of 22 by 14 meters and a playing area of 16 by 8 meters. The net height adjustment range is relatively large. This enables multifunctional use for different classes such as men's, mixed, women's or beach tennis. The costs amount to around 37,000 euros.
The creation of six beach volleyball courts at suitable locations was decided by the youth parliament at its meeting on December 13, 2021. In doing so, it took up and supported the request of a former chairman. Furthermore, the youth parliament also applied for the creation of a beach volleyball court in Tennenlohe in a motion dated June 21, 2023.
There are two memberships:
The meeting dates can be accessed via the Council information system:
No. It is represented in many other committees and can also get involved there. For example, in the Youth Forum Demokratie Leben, the Round Table on Inclusion, the Round Table on Volunteering and the Mobility Forum. The members also regularly attend committee meetings, such as the education and sports committees. There, the representatives can present their views and opinions if they are given the floor.
The Youth Parliament will be elected again in fall 2027.
Anyone who has had their main residence in Erlangen for at least three months at the time of the election and is between 12 and 18 years old can vote. The city of Erlangen always draws attention to the election in good time. The next election will take place in fall 2027.
Anyone who has had their main residence in Erlangen for at least three months at the time of the election and is between 12 and 18 years old can vote. The next election will be held in fall 2027.
The City of Erlangen will provide information about the election and the opportunity to nominate in good time.
Other facilities for young people
Umbrella organization of Erlangen youth clubs e.V.
It is an association of all self-managed youth clubs in Erlangen.
Wide range of offers from the Stadtjugendring
As a working group of Erlangen's associations and communities, the Stadtjugendring takes on youth work tasks.
Umbrella organization of Erlangen youth clubs e.V.
It is an association of all self-managed youth clubs in Erlangen.
Wide range of offers from the Stadtjugendring
As a working group of Erlangen's associations and communities, the Stadtjugendring takes on youth work tasks.
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