Council Election Occurring Anew
Voting for the Integration Council in Detmold is just around the corner, taking place on September 14. If you are wondering whether you are eligible to participate in this election, here's a breakdown of the key criteria.
To be eligible, you must meet the following requirements:
- You must be at least 16 years old on election day.
- You must have been legally resident in Germany for at least one year.
- You must have had your main residence in Detmold for at least 16 days before the election.
- You are eligible to vote if you are a foreigner with foreign citizenship, a naturalized German, or a German born in Germany who acquired German citizenship through their parents. Asylum seekers, however, are excluded from voting.
If you are unsure about your eligibility, you can contact the Election Team at 05231 977 114 or via email on our city portal. All information about the Integration Council election can be found on the subpage "Integration Council Elections" on our city portal.
It's important to note that you must also be a resident of Detmold to be eligible to vote.
The Integration Council in Detmold plays a crucial role in ensuring the interests of citizens with migration backgrounds are considered in political decisions. The Council can submit proposals to the mayor, provide suggestions, and support intercultural actors in the city. Topics the Council deals with include anti-discrimination, the intercultural opening of administration, and political education.
Voting will occur at respective polling stations or by mail. However, if you wish to vote by mail, you must register in the voter registry before August 29.
The Integration Council in Detmold is an essential part of the city's democratic process, and your vote can make a difference. So, if you meet the eligibility criteria, make sure to exercise your right to vote on September 14.
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