Christian Budde leaves Venstre leadership in Aarhus to run for DGI chair

Christian Budde is stepping down as the political leader for the Venstre party in Aarhus to run for the position of national chairman of DGI (Danske Gymnastik & Idrætsforeninger). The DGI board of directors has nominated Budde, a former Aarhus council member, to succeed Charlotte Bach Thomassen. Budde aims to leverage DGI’s network of volunteers to address societal challenges such as mental health issues among youth and health inequality.

Following Budde’s departure, the Venstre city council group has selected Martin Christensen as the new political leader. Christensen, who also serves as a school principal, will officially assume the role on October 7. The election for the new DGI national chairman is scheduled to take place during the organization’s annual meeting on November 7, 2026.