Jugendamt (Youth Welfare Office)

What is it?

The Jugendamt (Youth Welfare Office) is a public authority for children, young people, and families. It supports families in their everyday lives and helps make sure that children grow up safely.

What are the authority's responsibilities?

The Jugendamt can help with questions about parenting and family life. For example:

  • It can help you find a daycare place for your child.
  • It can check how much you need to pay for your child's daycare.
  • If a child is at risk, it provides protection and support.

Who is it for?

You can contact the Jugendamt if you have a child, are expecting a child, or need help with parenting or family matters. Children and young people can also contact the Jugendamt themselves. You can also contact it if you are worried about a child. 

Each district has its own Jugendamt. In most cases, the Jugendamt in the district where you are registered is responsible for your case.

Bezirksamt Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf

Bezirksamt Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg

Bezirksamt Lichtenberg

Bezirksamt Marzahn-Hellersdorf

Bezirksamt Mitte

Bezirksamt Neukölln

Bezirksamt Pankow

Bezirksamt Reinickendorf

Bezirksamt Spandau

Bezirksamt Steglitz-Zehlendorf

Bezirksamt Tempelhof-Schöneberg

Bezirksamt Treptow-Köpenick