About us · Nodia
We are a team of like-minded volunteers united by the desire to share experiences and help others.
Each of us has walked our own path of integration in Germany. We know the challenges migrants face, and we came together to make this process a little simpler, clearer, and warmer for you.
Get to know usTogether with you, we look at your current situation, professional and personal experience, goals, and expectations. Our role is not to replace specialists, but to help you understand your next steps and find free opportunities, including AVGS-funded courses, coaching, and internships.
We understand how important the language is for life and work in Germany. We can point you to free courses, help you prepare for German exams, and explain programmes funded by the Jobcenter or AVGS.
We help you understand the German labour market and the steps needed to start or continue your career. We can help with your CV and cover letter and refer you to publicly funded training or career advice.
Our volunteers explain basic aspects of taxes and financial life in Germany in simple language and share useful resources. We can also point you towards professional advice and learning materials.
We can discuss the first steps towards entrepreneurship in Germany. We do not provide legal or accounting advice, but we can show you where to find free seminars and expert advice, often funded through AVGS or other public programmes.
Sometimes it is enough to have someone by your side. We can help with forms, documents, translations, and orientation at institutions such as the Jobcenter or Sozialamt, and help you find the right free support.
If these questions sound familiar, know that you are not alone. Many of our volunteers have faced similar difficulties. We are here to share our experience, support you, and find the best solution for your situation together.
Germany offers many programmes that help people find work or start a business. One of the most useful opportunities is the Activation and Vocational Integration Voucher (AVGS).
Our volunteers can explain what this instrument is and how to use it. We do not provide paid AVGS services; we share our knowledge so that you can access professional help completely free of charge.
In simple terms, an AVGS is a certificate issued by the Jobcenter or the Agentur für Arbeit. It covers 100% of the cost of services from certified specialists who can help you integrate into the labour market faster.
With this voucher you can receive free access to:
As a rule, an AVGS may be available to people who:
Many newcomers, especially people receiving Bürgergeld, meet these criteria. The voucher often depends on the decision of your Jobcenter adviser.
The voucher process can seem difficult because of language or bureaucracy. We can explain how AVGS works, help you prepare for a conversation with your Jobcenter adviser, formulate arguments for your request, and share information about certified organisations.
Our aim is to give you the knowledge you need to use this excellent public support opportunity confidently and independently.
Nodia is not a commercial organisation but a community of caring people. Many of us have gone through the process of adapting to Germany ourselves. We share our experience, support you, and help you move forward with confidence.
Founder and volunteer group coordinator. Career and integration mentor, language teacher (German, Ukrainian, Russian).
Volunteer career and integration mentor. Language teacher (German, English, Ukrainian, Russian), boxing coach, and entrepreneur.
Volunteer for mental and moral support, life adviser, language teacher, and career mentor.
Volunteer career and integration mentor, language teacher (German, Arabic), and adviser on the German healthcare system.
Creative workshop host and member of the National Union of Artists of Ukraine and the German Artists Association.
Mentor for creative people and artists, sharing experience in the art business. Sculptor.
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