Association for Child Protection Appeals for Assistance on Child and Youth Telephone Services
In the heart of Bergisch Gladbach, the Children and Youth Phone (KJT) continues to be a vital lifeline for young people, offering support and advice during challenging times. Established in 1980 by the German Children's Aid, it is the largest free and anonymous telephone counseling service for young people in Germany, now celebrating its 40th year of operation.
Last year, in the record-breaking year of 2022, the KJT in Bergisch Gladbach experienced a significant increase in demand. Despite handling an impressive 8,000 calls, the team of 30 advisors, who had managed these calls during the Corona pandemic, has since been reduced to 20. This increase in advisory need has left the KJT urgently seeking reinforcement for their dedicated team.
The KJT offers a variety of services, including "Youths advise Youths", the parents' phone, online counseling, and most recently, the Ukraine helpline. Issues discussed range from bullying, loneliness, relationship problems, and experiences of violence, to psychological problems, conflicts with partners, friends, or schoolmates, and concerns with parents, teachers, or other adults.
To become a volunteer advisor with the KJT in Bergisch Gladbach, potential candidates should possess a strong interest in supporting children and youth, have excellent communication skills, empathy, patience, and a commitment to confidentiality. No specific prior knowledge is required to join the training, which takes place in the evenings and on weekends, starting in mid-November and lasting until the end of March 2026.
Interested parties can register for the training event by emailing [email protected] with their contact details and information about their age, education, and current activity. The deadline for registration is August 30th.
For precise details on eligibility and application procedures specifically for the KJT in Bergisch Gladbach, it is recommended to visit the official website of the KJT service in Bergisch Gladbach or contact their local office directly.
The KJT in Bergisch Gladbach began as a small operation from a home, but has grown to become an essential service for young people across the country. With over 4,000 advisors at 87 locations, the KJT takes around 400,000 calls annually nationwide. The service continues to be a beacon of hope for young people in need, and the call for volunteers remains as crucial as ever.
- The KJT, with its expanded service offerings in fashion-and-beauty, food-and-drink, home-and-garden, relationships, pets, travel, cars, and shopping, can be a vital support system for young people navigating various aspects of their lifestyle.
- The KJT in Bergisch Gladbach invites individuals with a passion for supporting children and youth, strong communication skills, empathy, patience, and a commitment to confidentiality to join their team of volunteer advisors.
- Aspiring volunteers can look forward to a comprehensive training program, starting in mid-November and lasting until the end of March 2026, to equip them with the necessary skills to provide counseling support.
- As the KJT continues to expand, it paints a picture of a future where young people, pets, homes, and travel experiences are all connected through a strong support network that fosters healthier relationships and lifestyles.
- With the urgent need for reinforcements, the KJT's call for volunteers to join their beacon of hope remains as crucial as ever, allowing them to continue supporting young people across the country in their lifestyle, relationships, and personal journeys.
