The Germering Youth Council has developed an action plan to improve feelings of safety and comfort at the local train station, which has been a concern among the youth.
In Germering, Germany, a sense of insecurity has prompted the local Youth Council to address the issue at the S-Bahn station, despite police statistics indicating no significant threat to public safety. They launched an action plan titled "Our Station – a Safe Feeling for All" in response to a youth survey conducted during a city festival in 2025, where many participants expressed discomfort associated with the train station. The survey highlighted that a third of young people marked the Germering station due to poor safety ratings, prompting the council’s initiative to transform this perception.
Daniel Tibursky, the deputy chair of the Youth Council, noted that the central train station received numerous negative marks reflecting a lack of confidence in the area’s safety. In contrast, the nearby Harthaus station did not provoke similar concerns during the survey, with no negative indicators reported. This highlighted a significant disparity in perceived safety between the two stations.
The action plan aims to instigate changes that enhance the feeling of safety for the youth in Germering. By focusing on improving the environment and addressing the specific concerns raised by local teenagers, the Youth Council hopes to transform the Germering train station into a more welcoming and secure public space. This initiative reflects a proactive approach to community safety and youth engagement in local civic matters.
