Rheinische Post, 23 September 2026: Proposals sought for the Junior Benediktpreis
Only two weeks ago, the widely committed entrepreneur Prof. Nicola Leibinger-Kammüller was honoured with one of the country’s most important awards: In the Kaisersaal at Haus Erholung, the head of the globally active family business Trumpf received the Benediktpreis of Mönchengladbach.
Rheinische Post 10.09.2026 Prof. Dr. Nicola Leibinger-Kammüller Companies Give Democracy Stability
But lived democracy begins with exactly that: not with broadcasting, but with listening to others. In the past, some things were clearly amiss here that could be reversed with fresh courage, like so much else in life.
Rheinische Post 09.09.2026 Prof. Dr. Nicola Leibinger-Kammüller “Reconciliation is more necessary than ever”
Nicola Leibinger-Kammüller, one of Germany’s most important businesswomen, has been honored with the prestigious Benediktpreis of Mönchengladbach. The head of machinery manufacturer Trumpf stands for values, demonstrates conviction, and speaks plainly.
Winner of the 2024 Benediktpreis of Mönchengladbach
The winner of the 2024 Benediktpreis of Mönchengladbach is former Federal President Joachim Gauck. The Board of Trustees chose Gauck unanimously.
As Federal President of the Federal Republic of Germany, he consistently championed justice, freedom, and democracy, repeatedly raising awareness of the great value of freedom while emphasizing its link to responsibility.
moenchengladbach.de: Students develop innovative sleeping coat for the homeless
moenchengladbach.de reports: The students presented a prototype of “Wafe” – as they call their development. Wafe stands for “warm” and “safe”. Mayor Felix Heinrichs was also enthusiastic about the development.
rheinischer-spiegel.de: Junior Award of the “Benediktpreis of Mönchengladbach” association presented in 2023
rheinischer-spiegel.de writes: What a wonderful idea! Students at Hochschule Niederrhein, Department of Textile and Clothing Technology, developed a universal “winter coat sleeping bag” for homeless people as part of a project.
Glattbacher.de: Junior Award of the Benediktpreis e.V. association
Glattbacher.de writes: In the premises of Gladbacher Bank on Bismarckstraße, the Junior Award of the Benediktpreis association was presented yesterday evening (29/03/23).