Violence as a means of communication is used when words are not available. At the service Riicht Eraus of the Red Cross, psychologist Daniela Cabete tries to prevent men from using violence against their family members. In our interview, she calls for a rethinking of boys' education.
Men's tears: Challenging masculinity norms
On Local Matters this week, we dive into the topic of men’s tears. Upon growing up, young men learn to mask their emotions to be masculine. Often this impacts mental health, fosters depression and internalised stress. With the local association Infomann, men and boys can seek help.
To live, to work and decide together
The need to empower the rights of immigrants in Luxembourg, to fight against discrimination and to make an easier living together are just a few of the ASTI asbl’s objectives. Their activities for integration process are open to children, adults and elderly people. “ I think Luxembourg needs more assistance for integration “, said Sergio from ASTI. He thinks the investment in social cohesion will bring a lot. According to him, housing stays as one of the challenges to confront for those newcomers to Luxembourg. The equality is following.
Roma Child (Balkan Express 135)
Roma Child’s EP Matador is a mixture of surf- and punk-rock, and a rock and roll tour the force which would not be out of place on a surf beach. Or on a road trip gone wrong. This week on Balkan Express on Ara City Radio.
Fathers against discrimination
FAD as a platform of dialogue to promote equal opportunities for both parents, to care for the children and to ensure their well-being. Besides being a great country to raise children and a safe environment, the president of FAD thinks that Luxembourg speaks less about what is happening in the process of two parents’ separation. Listen to our interview to find out about FAD’s objectives.
Rokultur
Following her husband like many other women, Raluca came to Luxembourg being originally from Romania and alongside other friends they fell the need of an association to promote Romanian culture in Luxembourg. They are now 8 great members who want to present Romania’s traditions and culture to Luxembourgish audience. Listen to the interview to find out what is the relation between Luxembourg and Transilvania.
Eurosolar Luxembourg asbl
Eurosolar Lëtzebuerg asbl and the Government of Luxembourg have the objective of the sustainable expansion of the renewable energy sector in general and solar energy in particular in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg in accordance with the national objectives in the fields of the fight against climate change and the development of renewable energies.
New Music Monday - 20/11/2023
Its… New Music Monday!
Simon's super sonic selection, freshly plucked from all of the new music released within the last week.
Voices Matter: The multiple transitions of Iryna Sagaidak
Iryna Sagaidak in her life has made several transitions. She went from being a scientist to teaching mindful movement. On Voices Matter, she explains how she has progressed during this journey and what mindfulness means to her.
Now and Then, and Everything Else (Top of the EU Pops, 20/11/2023)
Top of the EU Pops, for the week of November 20th. Including the Beatles, Tomike and loads of Scandinavian hip-hop. Also, Jelen in back in Czech Republic.
Radicalisation: Social media as a breeding ground for extremism
How do memes help the far right in recruiting new followers of their radical ideology? On Local Matters, Mira Sorrentino explains how social media opens doors towards extremism. Mira works with the association respect.lu to keep people from pursuing radical ideologies. Tune in to learn more!
Radicalisation: How the Asbl repect.lu keeps people from using violence
With the latest escalation in Middle East, public debate is more polarised than ever. Doors wide open for more extreme opinions and radicalisation. On today's Local Matters, Carine Weyer and Peter Kagerer explain how they avoid people from getting more radicalised with the Asbl respect.lu
Aikido Club Luxembourg
Aikido Club Community is a place where you don’t just practice martial arts, you cultivate a mindset of balance, discipline, and unity. You can also be part of Aikido family. to bond and extend the dojo, creating a community that thrives on respect, growth and the shared spirit of Aikido. Listen to our interview to learn more.
Rainy Days Festival @ Philharmonie - Interview with Catherine Kontz
Rainy Days 2023, a festival of new music in the Philharmonie, kicks off on 16 November 2023. Catherine Kontz, the festival’s artistic director, dropped by our studio.
Voices Matter: Caring for a child with Diabetes Type 1
Six years ago, Stéphanie Ravat's daughter was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Since this day, the disease has dominated the daily live of the family as her daughter needed constant care. On Voices Matter, Stéphanie explains why she sees the urgent need for more leave for parents of sick children.
Axelle Salvage & Frank Jons - What Water ASBL
What Water ASBL is an organization that bridges the gap between European and Central African artists to provide clean water access to vulnerable populations. What Water ASBL is dedicated to realizing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, with a mission to provide clean water to 8 million people by 2030.
Challenges for the elderly: Learning English at the senior club
At the English class for seniors at the senior club Beim Kiosk in Schifflange, learning English is one part of the deal, staying active and being together the more important one. For our third and last episode of this week's Local Matters on the risk of loneliness for elderly people, we took the microphone and participated at the English class for seniors.
Challenges for the elderly: The "Pensiounscoach" program
Upon retiring, people need to restructure their everyday life. In our interview, Laura Zuccoli and Astrid Lauterbach explain how the Gero Kompetenzzenter fir den Alter supports people taking this step. They both volunteer as "pensiounscoaches". This is our first interview of this week's Local Matters on the risk of falling into loneliness for elderly people.
Tosca Naletto - Global Shapers Luxembourg City Hub
Tosca Naletto joined Simon on the Breakfast Show to talk about the work that Global Shapers Luxembourg City Hub does and give a preview of their upcoming Shapeathon event.
Asylum seekers in the streets: Searching for solutions
Since Monday of last week, Luxembourg doesn’t provide accommodation for newly arriving single male asylum seekers anymore. On Local Matters this week, we follow up on the situation and see on which solutions the actors in the field have been working.