Family and Social Issues  

In Nuremberg, young and old, newly arrived and long established people live together in harmony. Families feel at home here, too. This is helped by an affordable cost of living, continually improved child-care facilities, and a high level of security. The "Bündnis für Familie" – Pact for Families – is a model initiative supported by a wide variety of social groups, aimed at making the city even more attractive for families. There is a wide variety of educational choices and possibilities for development and involvement for children and young people.

The issues and concerns of older citizens are voiced by the very committed City's Senior Citizens Council. In senior citizens' meeting points, computer and video clubs, Nuremberg's over 50's citizens are making their active contribution to the city's life.

Over 18 per cent of Nuremberg's inhabitants are foreign nationals, about a third of all citizens come from a migration background. The different groups of the population live as good neighbours, with an emphasis on tolerant co-existence.

Voluntary work plays a major role in the city. Whether it is in sports, in culture, in the churches or in social work – Nuremberg's citizens make their voluntary contribution to the city's life.

A close network of advice and support centres, organised both by the City of Nuremberg and other organisations, is available for people in serious social difficulties.

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