NGOs

Samaritan Association: Current figures confirm the irreplaceability of non-profit organisations – 2024-07-19 20:59:17

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Samaritan Association: Current figures confirm the irreplaceability of non-profit organisations – 2024-07-19 20:59:17

New “satellite account” highlights the great economic importance of volunteer work. Vienna (OTS) – “We have always known that the social mission of the Samaritan Association would be unthinkable without the commitment of the volunteers,” explains Reinhard Hundsmüller, Federal Director of the Samaritan Association. “Now we have the surprisingly sensational figures, data and facts on … Read more

2.3 million working hours daily by Austria’s NPOs and their volunteers – 2024-07-19 02:38:48

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2.3 million working hours daily by Austria’s NPOs and their volunteers – 2024-07-19 02:38:48

Statistics Austria’s NPO satellite account provides, for the first time, comprehensive insight into the economic performance of non-profit organisations. Vienna (OTS) – Whether in the social and health sector, in animal and climate protection or in the promotion of education, sport and culture, Austria’s non-profit organizations and their volunteers are an indispensable pillar of society. … Read more

Green doctors: Enormous donation success at the 72nd Vienna Doctors’ Ball for – “Stop – Neighbourhoods without partner violence” | Green doctors – 2024-07-15 00:53:02

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Green doctors: Enormous donation success at the 72nd Vienna Doctors’ Ball for – “Stop – Neighbourhoods without partner violence” | Green doctors – 2024-07-15 00:53:02

Vienna (OTS) – The new direction of the ball under the direction of Dr. Bettina Wiltos (“grünmed”) has also inspired young doctors and boosted donations. “grünmed” Dr. Bettina Wiltos took over the management of the Vienna Doctors’ Ball after the 2022 Medical Association elections. After a two-year pandemic break, she has completely redesigned the Vienna … Read more

Samaritan Association demands: Community service must become more attractive again – 2024-07-13 23:26:31

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Samaritan Association demands: Community service must become more attractive again – 2024-07-13 23:26:31

Rescue organisation warns after presentation of Plakolm: Declining number of community service declarations is very worrying Vienna (OTS) – The Samaritan Association is taking today’s presentation on community service by State Secretary Claudia Plakolm as an opportunity to once again point out the great importance of community service workers for the rescue and health sector. … Read more

Notice – Wed, 17 July, 10:00 am: LGBTIQ+ SPORTS CONFERENCE as part of EuroGames Vienna 2024 – 2024-07-12 20:08:49

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Notice – Wed, 17 July, 10:00 am: LGBTIQ+ SPORTS CONFERENCE as part of EuroGames Vienna 2024 – 2024-07-12 20:08:49

In the House of Sports under the motto: “Out in Sport: How sport connects and does not divide” Vienna (OTS) – The EuroGames Vienna 2024 will take place from July 17-20, 2024. More than 4,000 participants from 50 nations are expected to compete in 31 different sports in twelve districts of Vienna under the motto … Read more

Heat-free for everyone: Vienna Red Cross opens two cooling centers in Vienna – 2024-06-30 12:37:29

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Heat-free for everyone: Vienna Red Cross opens two cooling centers in Vienna – 2024-06-30 12:37:29

Vienna (OTS) – Summer is already in full swing and with it the hot temperatures are moving in. This is why the Vienna Red Cross is once again opening cooling centers at two locations in Vienna. The first cooling center will open in Millennium City on July 1st. It will be open Monday to Friday … Read more

New President of the Austrian-Japanese Society – 2024-06-27 00:39:00

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New President of the Austrian-Japanese Society – 2024-06-27 00:39:00

Lawyer Scheuwimmer elected by the General Assembly of the ÖJG Vienna (OTS) – Viennese Dr. Alexander T. Scheuwimmer, lawyer at TAIYO Legal, was elected President of the Austrian-Japanese Society (ÖJG) by the General Assembly on June 12, 2024. The ÖJG has been promoting relations between Austria and Japan in the areas of culture, science, society, … Read more

Engelhorn Millions: Fundraising Association Austria welcomes sustainable support for Austria’s NPOs – 2024-06-18 22:42:41

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Engelhorn Millions: Fundraising Association Austria welcomes sustainable support for Austria’s NPOs – 2024-06-18 22:42:41

The “Good Council for Redistribution” is distributing 25 million euros to 77 non-profit organizations. Vienna (OTS) – Three years ago, Viennese heiress Marlene Engelhorn announced that she would donate a large part of her fortune. At the beginning of 2024, a council of 50 citizens put together on her initiative – the “Good Council for … Read more

Advice on the wire: Young people take contraception seriously – 2024-06-14 14:49:17

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Advice on the wire: Young people take contraception seriously – 2024-06-14 14:49:17

Young people act very responsibly when it comes to contraception – this applies to girls as well as boys, reports Rat auf Draht Vienna (OTS) – Young people take contraception seriously and show a greater sense of responsibility than before. This is shown by the counseling sessions on the Rat auf Draht emergency number 147. … Read more

Away from football: Austria already European champion in soil sealing, hoofed game and scientific scepticism – 2024-06-14 07:11:26

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Away from football: Austria already European champion in soil sealing, hoofed game and scientific scepticism – 2024-06-14 07:11:26

Animal Protection Austria is sparking discussion: At the start of the European Championship on June 14, Austria continues to represent the uncomfortable leader in ecological problems. Vösendorf (OTS) – While the European Football Championship begins on June 14 and Europe’s attention is focused on the sport, Austria remains the undefeated European champion when it comes … Read more