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Multitude of candidates has never been this high.

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Multiple nominees have never been this prevalent.
Multiple nominees have never been this prevalent.

Multitude of candidates has never been this high.

In the city of Neuwied, Germany, the upcoming election for the Migration and Integration Council is set to take place on November 10, 2024. This council serves as an advisory and participatory body, representing the interests of migrants and fostering their integration into the local community.

The council's work has grown in importance in recent years, addressing issues such as social inclusion, anti-discrimination, cultural exchange, and advising local government on migration-related policies and programs.

The candidates for this election come from 11 different nations, with the largest group being Germans, followed by Syrians, Pakistanis, and Ukrainians. A total of 42 candidates have been approved for the election, with 18 being women and 24 men.

For those unable to vote in person, absentee voting is available. The absentee voting office hours are Monday to Friday 08:00 to 12:00, and additionally Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 13:00 to 16:00. On Friday, November 8, 2024, the office will be open from 13:00 to 18:00.

The absentee voting office is located in the administrative building of the city administration of Neuwied, Engerser Landstraße 17, 6th Floor, Office 616a. Voters who wish to use the absentee voting option need a voting certificate, which can be requested through an online application, a written application, or a personal application at the absentee voting office.

Mail-in ballots can be submitted to the city administration of Neuwied, the election board in the Historical Town Hall, City Library, Pfarrstraße 8, or the election board in the Amalie-Raiffeisen-Saal of the VHS Neuwied, Heddesdorfer Straße 33. Mail-in ballots must be submitted by no later than Sunday, November 10, 2024, 16:00.

The Migration and Integration Council in Neuwied has been expanded to accommodate 16 elected members and 8 representatives appointed by the parties. The council's role is crucial in ensuring the support of children and young people with a migration background in education and the transition to the workforce, as emphasized by the city's integration officer, Dilorom Jacka.

For precise details about the Migration and Integration Council of Neuwied and the list of approved candidates for the 2024 election, it is recommended to consult the official Neuwied city website or contact their integration office directly. Local government sources or community organizations involved in migration affairs usually provide up-to-date candidate lists and election information.

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