We help you settle in Germany.
Letters from the authorities, applications, work, housing, school: we advise you in person in Dortmund and Neuss, in your language.
- Deutsch
- Українська
- Русский
- Հայերեն
- Polski
- English
How we help
You don’t need to know which office is responsible. We’ll work it out together.
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Advice & authorities
Understand letters and applications
We explain letters from public offices, help with applications for benefits and social assistance, and support you when dealing with the authorities. We also advise on migration, employment law and housing.
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Integration & language
Settle in and learn German
We support you with paperwork, finding a flat and learning German, so you can take part in life here.
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Work & recognition
Find work, get qualifications recognised
Together with education providers, employers and chambers, we help with internships, further training, retraining and getting your qualifications recognised.
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Children & family
Good chances for children
We advise on educational programmes for children and work with parents on programmes such as tutoring and support at school.
How to get help
The first step is a phone call.
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Call or write to us
Tell us briefly what it’s about. You can speak in your own language.
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We arrange an appointment
You come and see us in Dortmund or Neuss. Bring your letters and documents.
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We tackle it together
We explain what needs to be done, help you fill in the forms and support you with the next steps.
Neighbourly help grew into an association
- 24 February 2022 We volunteer to help refugees from Ukraine, starting right in our neighbourhood.
- January 2024 The initiative grew into a movement. We bring our experience together in a non-profit association.
- Today Open to everyone who comes to Germany. Advice in six languages, in person in Dortmund and Neuss.
About us
Different paths, one shared goal
We are people with different views, nationalities and faiths. Since 24 February 2022 we have been volunteering to help refugees from Ukraine.
The initiative grew into a movement. To improve help for everyone who comes to Germany and to pool our experience, we founded the non-profit association D-Bridge.
Frequently asked questions
Can’t find your question? Give us a call.
In which languages can I get advice?
How do I get an appointment?
Where does the advice take place?
Wulfshofstraße 1, 44149 Dortmund
Büchel 12, 41460 Neuss
Do you also help families with children?
You don’t have to do this alone.
Call us and tell us what it’s about. Together we’ll work out the next step.