Claudia Roth Advocates for Continuation of Germany's Kulturpass Program

The Kulturstaatsministerin highlights the program's success and urges the next government to extend the cultural subsidy for young adults.

The Kulturpass, introduced in June 2023, provides 18-year-olds in Germany with €100 to spend on cultural activities such as concerts, cinema, exhibitions, books, and music.
Claudia Roth, Germany's Minister of State for Culture, emphasized the program's effectiveness in promoting cultural participation among young people.
The current phase allows individuals born in 2006 to register for the subsidy until December 31, 2024, with funds usable until the end of 2025.
Approximately 463,300 users have activated the Kulturpass, with books accounting for the highest revenue at €20.7 million, followed by concerts, theater, and cinema.
Roth expressed her commitment to advocating for the program's continuation under the next government, though its future remains uncertain.