Heinrich Ricking: Expert in School Participation Research

The debate surrounding compulsory education—known in Germany as Schulpflicht—has resurfaced as a focal point of regional political discourse. While the German education system is characterized by a strict requirement for children to attend state-recognized schools, the legal and social framework supporting this mandate remains a subject of ongoing academic and political scrutiny. As stakeholders weigh … Read more

Supporting Developing Countries: Cocoa & Workshops in Aue

Fair Trade Education Takes Root in Germany’s Coal Region: Connecting Chocolate to Global Justice Oelsnitz, Germany – In a unique intersection of environmental awareness and social responsibility, the Kohlewelt Oelsnitz – a center dedicated to the region’s coal mining heritage – recently hosted workshops focused on the journey of the cacao bean and the principles … Read more