AKationen
AKationen is a nonprofit network that coordinates grassroots community actions in German-speaking regions. It acts as an umbrella for neighborhood projects focused on urban improvement, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability, helping residents plan, fund, and implement small-scale initiatives with local impact.
The name combines the German word Aktion (action) with the plural suffix -ationen, signaling a focus on
Origin and structure: AKationen was founded in 2015 by urban organizers in the city of Neustadt. It
Organization is federated: regional nodes handle outreach and local governance while a central council sets standards,
Activities include volunteer action days, workshops on project management and inclusive outreach, and small grants typically
Impact and reception: by the mid-2020s AKationen had supported thousands of actions and tens of thousands of