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youth work
The totality of educational, social, and cultural programs and activities for children and young people outside of school and family.
Die offene Jugendarbeit im Stadtteilzentrum bietet viele kostenlose Kurse und einen Ort zum Treffen an.
The open youth work at the neighborhood center offers many free courses and a place to meet.
'Jugendarbeit' is a compound noun made up of 'die Jugend' (youth) and 'die Arbeit' (work). The 's' in the middle is a linking s that connects the two words. Literally, it means 'work with or for young people.'
Er engagiert sich ehrenamtlich in der Jugendarbeit seines Sportvereins.
He volunteers in the youth work of his sports club.
The term does not mean work done by young people, but rather the professional educational and social support of young people by adults, usually in institutions such as youth centers or clubs.
Ziel der Jugendarbeit ist es, jungen Menschen bei ihrer Entwicklung zu helfen.
The goal of youth work is to help young people with their development.
Common combinations are 'offene Jugendarbeit' (open youth work; programs for everyone), 'kirchliche Jugendarbeit' (church youth work), or 'kommunale Jugendarbeit' (municipal youth work). People are often 'in der Jugendarbeit tätig' (active/working in youth work) or 'leisten Jugendarbeit' (to do youth work).
Sie ist seit vielen Jahren in der offenen Jugendarbeit tätig.
She has been active in open youth work for many years.
youth welfare services
'Jugendarbeit' and 'Jugendhilfe' both have to do with support for young people. 'Jugendarbeit' refers more to programs and activities for children and young people, for example a youth center, holiday activities, sports, culture, or group sessions. 'Jugendhilfe' is broader and more official. It includes advice, protection, and support for young people and families, often involving the Jugendamt or independent organizations. Learners may confuse the words because both occur in the social sector. In practical terms, you can say: 'Jugendarbeit' sounds like voluntary programs for young people, while 'Jugendhilfe' sounds like help, advice, and state or organized services.
In unserem Stadtteil bietet die Jugendarbeit am Wochenende einen offenen Treff an.
In our district, the youth work program offers an open meeting place on weekends.
Nach dem Gespräch bekommt die Familie Unterstützung durch die Jugendhilfe.
After the conversation, the family receives support from youth welfare services.