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Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania state parliament opens doors: focus on citizen dialogue!
On June 15, 2025, the Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania state parliament opened its doors for citizen dialogues and important discussions as part of the castle festival.
Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania state parliament opens doors: focus on citizen dialogue!
On June 15, 2025, the Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania state parliament opened its doors to the public as part of the castle festival. State Parliament President Birgit Hesse and Prime Minister Manuela Schwesig (both SPD) were sought-after discussion partners for the large number of visitors. The politicians took time to answer questions about the work in Parliament and the various political groups and committees. A citizens' dialogue, organized by the SPD parliamentary group, was also very well received and enjoyed by many visitors. This direct exchange made clear the relevance of citizen participation in politics.
Prime Minister Schwesig took the opportunity to talk about the necessary steps against economic stagnation. She particularly emphasized the importance of an investment booster in order to meet the challenges of the current time. This reflects the concerns that were also raised among citizens in the dialogue: questions about a shortage of doctors, local public transport, integration problems, affordable housing and offers for seniors were very popular.
Importance of criticism and transparency
An NDR state parliament reporter also gave interesting insights into how the state parliament studio works, which further increased the interest of those present. The state parliament thus presented itself as a place of encounter and exchange, which ultimately strengthens the democratic culture in the country.
Citizen dialogues as an integral part
The state government of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania is increasingly focusing on citizen dialogues. From March 24th to 26th, 2025, it is organizing forums in various cities in which ministers and state secretaries will answer questions from citizens. The topics of past dialogues - from increased energy prices to medical care to questions about refugee policy - show the broad spectrum of challenges that are currently affecting society. Prime Minister Schwesig always emphasizes the importance of communicating with citizens, especially in times when surveys show a decline in support for her red-red government.
- Die Bürgerforen finden in jedem der sechs Landkreise und beiden kreisfreien Städten statt.
- Für den Landkreis Mecklenburgische Seenplatte sind zwei Veranstaltungen in Stavenhagen und Friedland geplant.
- In Stavenhagen wird Bildungsministerin Simone Oldenburg durch Staatssekretär Tom Scheidung vertreten.
- Ministerpräsidentin Manuela Schwesig wird persönlich in Friedland anwesend sein.
- In den übrigen Städten werden Fachminister aktuelle Themen wie Gewässerschutz und die Kunstförderung diskutieren.
However, citizen participation is not a panacea. As an analysis by civil society shows, it requires specific basic requirements. A suitable mix of methods that addresses the respective situation is crucial in order to effectively involve citizens in complex issues. Transparency, early and open-ended participation processes are essential in order to gain the trust of citizens and take social imbalances into account.
The next opportunity for citizens to get to know the institutions better is already around the corner: The 15th MV Day in Greifswald will take place from Friday to Sunday and invites you to actively participate in shaping society.
Overall, this day shows how important the exchange between politics and the population is and that dialogue and commitment form the basis for a vibrant democracy.