Carmen Mammoser-Walddörfer leaves the district advisory board: A great legacy!

Carmen Mammoser-Walddörfer leaves the district advisory board: A great legacy!

From now on, the political landscape in Stuttgart-Hedelfingen will have to make do without Carmen Mammoser-Walddörfer. After almost three decades of volunteer work on the district advisory board, she announced her resignation at her own request. Their official farewell took place on October 21, 2025 and was recognized by numerous companions from the municipal scene and the district advisory councils. Mammoser-Walddörfer has worked for the SPD in the city district parliament since 1997 and has established himself as an important voice in local politics during this time. WILIH reports that she was awarded the Baden-Württemberg Baden of Honor for her many years of commitment.

District head Kai Freier presented the mayor's certificate and a city wine gift during the farewell ceremony. Another highlight of the celebration was a bouquet of flowers that Regina presented to Erben Mammoser-Walddörfer. The district advisory board paid her respect and recognition for her work with standing applause.

Voluntary commitment as the basis of society

During the event, Mammoser-Walddörfer expressed her gratitude for the excellent cooperation in the city district parliament and emphasized the importance of compromises in political work. The resignation opened up space for Udo Casper, who will now succeed her in the SPD parliamentary group of the Hedelfingen district advisory council. Casper brings with him his experience as a retiree and previously as managing director of the German Tenants' Association of Baden-Württemberg and will thus make an important contribution to local politics.
The district advisory council plays a central role in local politics, such as SPD explained. The members advise on decisions made by the local council and represent the specific interests of their districts.

In Germany, voluntary work is of great importance for the common good. In 2025, around 16.9 million people were involved in various areas. Volunteering promotes a sense of community in local institutions, be it clubs, churches or social organizations. Young people often volunteer, while many middle-aged and older adults are active. Loud Statista The participation rate in organized volunteer work in Germany is remarkably high at 27.5 percent and exceeds the rates in Austria and Switzerland.