Make poverty visible: Parish carit Day in Liezen inspires visitors!
Make poverty visible: Parish carit Day in Liezen inspires visitors!
Liezen, Österreich - On June 5, 2025, an attention was held in the old cinema in Liezen, which dealt with a explosive topic: poverty. Organized by Caritas, the Catholic Education Center, the Catholic Church of Styria (region of Ennstal & Ausseerland) and the parish, the parish caritag day aimed to make the often invisible suffering in society visible. Numerous visitors had come to find out about the situation of those affected by poverty.
The event offered a varied supporting program that, in addition to impressive articles, also stimulated for reflection. A shadow theater presented true stories from the region and touched those present. In addition, a fashion show with Carla fashion was planned, in which unaccompanied minor refugees and employees from Rottenmann presented impressive outfits. A highlight was the panel discussion with well-known representatives, including Nora Tödtling-Musenbicher (Caritas director), Andrea Heinrich (Mayor of Liezen) and Hannes Stickler (Deacon and Managing Director of PVE).
honors and fundraisers ensure a special mood
Musical contributions were also taken care of: 14-year-old Lenja Berghofer from Lassing ensured a moving experience with her singing. Another important point on the agenda was the honor of volunteers who work tirelessly for help in the region. Among them was the 90-year-old Susanna Stangl, who has been working as a house collector in Gams near Hieflau for over 30 years. Regina Höfer, which has been active in the social vital market in Schladming for five years, was also recognized. Through their support and cooperation of around 30 volunteers, the needy is regularly helped with food.
A remarkable gesture came from the Planai Railways, Hochwurzen and Galsterberg: A donation check for 4000 euros was presented by Markus Zeiringer. These funds are urgently needed because poverty is not just a local problem. According to the Federal Statistical Office, around 17.7 million people in Germany are threatened with poverty or social exclusion. This corresponds to about 21.2 percent of the population, shows the urgency and relevance of such events. Also in an international context, many organizations are committed to fighting poverty and improving living conditions, such as the Johanniter, who pay attention to a responsible use of donated funds and ensure transparency, as explained on their website.
together against poverty - what can everyone do?
Events such as the parish carit Day are not only important for the visibility of the topic, they also offer opportunities for action. You can commit not only in your own community, but also beyond local initiatives that work together to combat poverty. For example, Tafel Germany helps to save food and pass it on to needy people, while Diakonie offers support in different situations. The need for such initiatives is becoming increasingly clear, because millions of people are threatened with poverty worldwide.
The impressive approaches presented at this event in Liezen show that a lot can be done even on the small scale. It is up to all of us to keep our eyes open and become active to make changes and those who are less lucky to support. For a society in which no one is left behind.
Further information is at Arf , Johanniter and DetailsOrt Liezen, Österreich Quellen