About Us

Family portal for Bremen

As a guide for the city of Bremen, we offer information and advice for all family-related challenges – free of charge, neutral, and independent. And as a specialist agency, we advise, connect, and network everyone who works with families, providing a professional overview.

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About Us

On our family portal familiennetz-bremen.de, we bring together a wide range of local resources from over 1,000 locations in the city of Bremen. This provides guidance and an overview of all important topics related to family life. And we keep you up-to-date with information and news!

Furthermore, we are personally available to help you if you need assistance. We offer advice, referrals, and information – acting as your guide in Bremen. With us, you'll learn where and how to access information and support, and who the right contacts are for your specific issue.

We make many different offers and information visible.

We provide an overview – for the city of Bremen and its districts.

We are committed to a family-friendly city – with campaigns, projects and an open ear.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The team from the Bremen family network

Privately asked – privately answered: Our team gives personal insights.

Anja Lohse
Anja Lohse, as head of the facility, is responsible for (specialized) consulting, strategy, the conception of participatory projects, public relations, and the "Welcome to the Family" folder. She has been with the Bremen Family Network since 2003.
Barbara Peper
Barbara Peper has been responsible for consulting, public relations, social media and online editorial work as well as for bremer-ferienkompass.de since 2015.
Karen Bruns
Karen Bruns handles inquiries and calls and is responsible for office management, data maintenance, and assists with the "Welcome to the Family" folder. Karen has been part of our team since 2024.
Bärbel Lankenau
Bärbel Lankenau has been responsible for data maintenance and the organization and logistics of the “Welcome to the Family” folder since 2013.
Heiko Mikutta
Heiko Mikutta has been responsible for database organization, data maintenance, data protection and the Bremen Holiday Compass since 2014.
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Anja Lohse

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Anja Lohse, as head of the facility, is responsible for (specialized) consulting, strategy, the conception of participatory projects, public relations, and the "Welcome to the Family" folder. She has been with the Bremen Family Network since 2003.

2050 – What will family look like?
My wish: everyone will find care work valuable – it will be fairly distributed and done willingly.

Friends with children are coming to Bremen: Which places should they absolutely visit?
That depends on the children's age and interests. But there are so many great places in Bremen, such as the Sportgarten, the Bürgerpark, the Komplette Palette arts center, the children's and youth farms, or the beach at Café Sand.

What three words would you use to describe the Bremen family network? Advocacy for family interests.

Barbara Peper

Consulting, public relations, social media and online editorial work
Barbara Peper has been responsible for consulting, public relations, social media and online editorial work as well as for bremer-ferienkompass.de since 2015.

2050 – What will family look like?
My vision: AI-driven parenting presents entirely new challenges for family formation.

Friends with children are coming to Bremen: What place should they definitely visit?
In summer, the Pauliner Marsch and the Werdersee are great places for families. If the weather is less pleasant, I would take them to an exhibition.
What three words would you use to describe the Bremen family network?

Bremen - Google for family people.

Karen Bruns

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Karen Bruns handles inquiries and calls and is responsible for office management, data maintenance, and assists with the "Welcome to the Family" folder. Karen has been part of our team since 2024.

2050 – What will family look like?
My idea: Partnership will be the norm in families.

Friends with children are coming to Bremen: What places should they definitely visit?
At Christmastime, a visit to the Bremen Christmas Market and the Schlachtezauber (a Christmas market along the waterfront) is worthwhile. The Bremen Story House in the Schnoor district is recommended for young and old alike.

What three words would you use to describe the Bremen family network?
Appealing, informative, and family-oriented.

Bärbel Lankenau

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Bärbel Lankenau has been responsible for data maintenance and the organization and logistics of the “Welcome to the Family” folder since 2013.

2050 – What will family look like?
My option: Whether loud and wild, quiet and attentive, young and old, whether here or everywhere – developments are so rapid, it can only be surprising!

Friends with children are coming to Bremen: Which places should they definitely visit?
They should definitely experience Bremen as a city of "short distances" and explore the opportunities that this offers.

What three words would you use to describe the Bremen family network?
Simply good!

Heiko Mikutta

Heiko Mikutta has been responsible for database organization, data maintenance, data protection and the Bremen Holiday Compass since 2014.

2050 – What will family look like?
My prediction: By then we will have arrived in the Borg Collective, so in a sense, one big family.

Friends with children are coming to Bremen: What places should they definitely visit?
A lot has changed in Bremen's west recently; the Überseestadt district immediately comes to mind. A harbor tour is always a good idea, too. The perspective from the water is fascinating, and the harbor districts are steeped in history.

What three words would you use to describe the Bremen family network?
That's a tough one. "Square, practical, and good" is already taken... oh, I know: It's quite diverse! That fits.

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Vacancies

We currently have no open positions.

Internships and Jobs

Here you will find our current job and internship postings as well as reports from our previous interns.

Contribution

Would you like to complete your mandatory internship or practical semester at [company name]?
February 25, 2026

We are looking for an intern to support our team for the summer or starting in January 2027, either as part of a mandatory internship or a practical semester. Your tasks will include contributing to our social media strategy and creating corresponding content. You will be responsible for editorial planning and managing our Instagram account. This will allow you to utilize your knowledge of editorial planning, […]

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Mandatory internship / practical semester
October 6, 2025

We are looking for an intern to support our team starting in January 2027, either as part of a mandatory internship or a practical semester. What we offer and provide: What we are looking for: Must-have: Advantageous: The weekly working hours are family-friendly: They are flexible and can also be arranged part-time. For questions […]

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My internship at Familiennetz Bremen gave me insight into a potential career path. I was warmly welcomed by the team, and regular team meetings allowed us to share concerns and express our wishes. I would like to sincerely thank Anja, Barbara, Rita, and Bärbel for the pleasant atmosphere and all the wonderful conversations. They all put so much heart and soul into their work – that deserves recognition!
Maja
School internship 2025
My two-week school internship at Familiennetz Bremen was incredibly exciting. I was able to participate in small projects and saw how much organization and dedication goes into their work. What was especially nice was that I always felt I could ask my questions. The team was so open and friendly – ​​thank you for the wonderful time!
Sophie
School internship 2024
During my practical semester at Familiennetz Bremen, I gained a wealth of valuable experience. I learned how important good networking and communication are in the social sector. The team took me seriously and supported me from the very beginning. The combination of independent work and mentoring was ideal for becoming more confident in working with families.
Jonas
Social Work Practical Semester 2023
I was surprised by the variety of tasks at Familiennetz Bremen. From supporting events to writing short texts, I was able to get a taste of everything. I found the discussions within the team particularly interesting – it was wonderful to meet so many dedicated people. Thank you for the warm welcome!
Lara
School internship 2022
My internship at Familiennetz Bremen showed me the breadth of family support services. I was able to participate in counseling sessions, contribute my own ideas, and gain valuable insights into the practical implementation of social projects. I particularly appreciated the open and respectful atmosphere – I always felt welcome.
Timo
University internship in education 2021