distinction - Former pastor receives Louise-Schroeder-Medal
The Louise-Schroeder-Medal of the Berlin House of Representatives goes to the former evangelical pastor Susanne Kahl-Passoth this year. With this Award, her decades-long commitment to gender equality as well as to disadvantaged people and victims of domestic violence is honored. This was announced by the parliamentary administration.
A focal point of Susanne Kahl-Passoth's work is the issue of violence against women and girls. She was one of the first supporters of women's shelters in Berlin, it was stated. The award ceremony takes place on September 23rd at the House of Representatives. The Louise-Schroeder-Medal is awarded by the House of Representatives annually to a person or institution that in an outstanding way fulfills the political and personal legacy of Louise Schroeder. The SPD politician fought for gender equality. Her political career began in 1919 as a parliamentarian, from May 1947 to December 1948 she was the Mayor of Berlin.
Susanne Kahl-Passoth's impact in Berlin extended beyond the House of Deputies, as she was among the initial advocates for establishing women's shelters in the city. The distinguished Louise-Schroeder-Medal, symbolizing societal recognition, will be presented to her at the House of Representatives on September 23rd, celebrating her significant contributions towards gender equality and protecting victims of domestic violence.
