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We stand up for war refugees from Ukraine and their helpers
We are deeply saddened that in the 21st century a brutal war of aggression is being waged in Europe. This attack on Ukraine has triggered great solidarity. There is also great sympathy and willingness to help among Sparkassen-Versicherung Sachsen and its employees. As an insurer, we also want to offer people in emergency situations and our customers comprehensive protection in these times of crisis.
Sparkassen-Versicherung Sachsen joins the support of the people from Ukraine and their helpers here in Germany and in Saxony. With the following offers, we want to do our part to ensure that people who have had to leave their homes out of fear for their lives are helped quickly and unbureaucratically. We also want to support those who stand by the refugees and provide humanitarian aid with offers of help.
- Welcome to Germany
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In Germany there is a national insurance into which most employees automatically pay contributions and are thus entitled to benefits. However, in many areas of life you need additional private security.If you have any questions or would like to get individual advice, the Sparkassen-Versicherung Sachsen and all Saxon Sparkassen will be happy to help you.With the following brochure you have important information on the subject of insurance cover in your hand:
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- Legal advice for helpers
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Through our partner company, the "ÖRAG Rechtsschutzversicherung" (legal protection insurance), we offer all helpers free legal advice over the phone on urgent legal issues. It is carried out by a law firm licensed in Germany. The advice is free of charge and is also available to people without legal protection insurance.Hotline: +49 211 529 5423
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- Information on the current account of the Sparkasse
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The Saxon Sparkassen offer refugees the opportunity to open special current accounts. These are granted at favourable conditions or are even initially free of charge. A current account is an important prerequisite for participation in social and economic life. As a rule, it is used for personal payment transactions:
- Anyone who wants to pursue a profession needs a current account for salary payments.
- When renting a flat, the rent payments are transferred to the landlord via the current account.
- Payments to the home country are made from the current account via a foreign bank transfer.
To open an account, the customer needs a suitable identification document so that his or her identity can be verified.Here you will find an overview of the Saxon Sparkassen.
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- Working for Sparkassen-Versicherung Sachsen
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Ukrainian refugees can obtain the status of "war refugee" throughout the EU. With this status, refugees receive a right of residence for an initial period of two years and immediate access to the labour market. The prerequisite for this is registration with the local foreigners' authority. The Employment Agency has compiled further information here.If you would like to work here as a refugee with your protection status, we at Sparkassen-Versicherung Sachsen also offer you various employment opportunities.We are the only insurance company and market leader in Saxony with 800 employees at the head office in Dresden and everywhere in the region. You will find varied tasks with prospects with us.Possible activities, depending on your suitability, could be customer advisory service in our agencies all over Saxony or directly with us, working in the telephone advisory service and claims reporting or supporting our IT projects. The work is possible on a temporary basis or part-time.If you are interested, you can use this short application: ApplicationClick here for further vacancies: Vacancies at Sparkassen-Versicherung Sachsen
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- Information for refugees from Ukraine
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The war is forcing many Ukrainians to flee their country. Many war refugees are also coming to Saxony. The State of Saxony has summarised the most important information for refugees here: Information platform of the State of Saxony.The Federal Ministry of the Interior and Home Affairs has also set up a portal with information and offers of help that is intended to be the first digital point of contact for refugees for a good start in Germany.
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- Information for helpers and those willing to help
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The war in Ukraine has led to a continuous flight of Ukrainian citizens. Many of them had to leave their homes in a hurry and are now mostly in the countries bordering Ukraine. International organisations expect that in the coming weeks and months, due to the limited capacities of the neighbouring countries and the ongoing war, there will be a considerable movement of refugees to Germany as well. Many citizens want to help and get involved with those arriving. For this very valuable support, you will find some information here.
Tips for donations
Mit Geldspenden können Hilfsorganisationen die wichtigsten Notwendigkeiten kaufen und an Bedürftige weitergeben. Sachspenden hingegen müssen erst den langen Weg von Deutschland in die Ukraine nehmen, sind aber in bestimmten Situationen genauso hilfreich. Hier Informationen zu zwei übergreifenden Spendenbündnissen:Aktion Deutschland hilftIn 2001, Germany's renowned aid organisations joined forces under the name "Deutschland hilft" (Germany helps) to provide aid in a quick and coordinated manner.Members: ASB Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund, Arbeiterwohlfahrt International, CARE Deutschland, Habitat for Humanity Deutschland, Help – Hilfe zur Selbsthilfe, Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe, Malteser Hilfsdienst, World Vision Deutschland, Die Zentralwohlfahrtsstelle der Juden in Deutschland, Der PARITÄTISCHE Wohlfahrtsverband, arche noVa – Initiative für Menschen in Not, Der Bundesverband Rettungshunde, Freunde der Erziehungskunst Rudolf Steiners, Hammer Forum, Handicap International, HelpAge Deutschland, Kinderhilfswerk Global-Care, LandsAid, Solidaritätsdienst International, TERRA TECHAktion Deutschland Hilft e. V.
Willy-Brandt-Allee 10-12, 53113 Bonn
Spendenkonto:
IBAN: DE62 3702 0500 0000 1020 30
BIC: BFSWDE33XXX
Bank für Sozialwirtschaft
https://www.aktion-deutschland-hilft.de/Aktionsbündnis KatastrophenhilfeSince 2001, four of the most important and experienced players in humanitarian aid in Germany have been jointly calling for donations in the event of major disasters as Aktionsbündnis Katastrophenhilfe (Action Alliance Disaster Relief).Members: Caritas international, Deutsches Rotes Kreuz, Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe und UNICEF DeutschlandAktionsbündnis Katastrophenhilfe GbR
Caroline-Michaelis-Str. 1, 10115 Berlin
Spendenkonto:
IBAN: DE65 100 400 600 100 400 600
BIC: COBADEFFXXX
Commerzbank
https://www.aktionsbuendnis-katastrophenhilfe.deIn addition, there is the possibility to donate directly to aid organisations. Furthermore, wonderful regional initiatives are currently being created to provide targeted help. But beware: Currently many appeals for donations are being shared on social media such as Instagram, Facebook and the like. Avoid impulse donations at all costs.Take a moment to check who is really behind the appeal for donations and whether the money is actually reaching an aid organisation. This blog article can help you with that.Reporting offers of help via the State of Saxony's citizen participation portal
Many citizens want to help and get involved with refugees. The State of Saxony is in the process of bundling this very valuable support in order to direct offers to those seeking help. To this end, citizens can now report offers of help via the citizen participation portal.Information from the Sparkassen on tenancy law, financing, insurance for hosts
In the meantime, millions of people are fleeing due to the war in Ukraine. Thousands of war refugees are also arriving in Germany every day. Aid organisations and municipalities have launched appeals for temporary private accommodation. Many citizens in this country want to help. There are some aspects you should consider before taking people in: Tenancy law, financing, insurance.
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