BerNi is a contact point for the whole of Lower Saxony that is independent of the interests of public and private bodies and assumes the tasks of a higher-level coordination and advisory body."
The supra-regional ombudsman's office BerNi is committed to proactive, needs-based and, above all, legal child and youth welfare services in Lower Saxony.
Those seeking advice such as children and young people, parents, foster parents an d legal guardians as well as professionals can find information here about:
Services offered by regional ombudsmen and contact options
Answers to frequently asked questions about problems related to child and youth welfare
Relevant case law and legislation
Current information and dates for professionals
Since August 2023, we have been supported by the state of Lower Saxony to ensure that we have the ombudsman services that meet demand. Our office is in Hanover.
As a supra-regional ombudsman’s office, we have the following mandate:
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The development of uniform quality standards for ombudsman advice together with the regional ombudsman offices
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Providing support to regional ombudspersons in complex case constellations
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Ensuring regular exchange of experiences between all Lower Saxony ombudsman offices
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Organisation and implementation of regular training courses for ombudspersons
BerNi is a contact point for the whole of Lower Saxony that is independent of the interests of public and private bodies and assumes the tasks of a higher-level coordination and advisory body.
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The supra-regional ombudsman’s office BerNi
BerNi is a contact point for the whole of Lower Saxony that is independent of the interests of public and private bodies and assumes the tasks of a higher-level coordination and advisory body.
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As a supra-regional ombudsman's office, we are not assigned to any healthcare area.
For those seeking advice this means:
Please look on the map for your regional ombudsman's office and first contact the local contact person.
As a supra-regional ombudsman’s office, BerNi is not assigned to any care sector.
For those seeking advice this means:
Please look on the map for your regional ombudsman's office and first contact the local contact person.
Based on the district in which your case-related youth welfare office is located, you will be shown the contact details of your regional ombudsman's office.
To do this, select the house in the corresponding district group."