Migration and integration
Current information and background reports on integration and on Germany's activities in the field of refugee and migration policy.
“We want to take a stance”
Facts instead of prejudices and assumptions: How a new federal institute seeks to contribute to the successful integration of migrants.
Deciding on asylum faster
The European Union wants to re-adjust the admittance and distribution of refugees. What is planned? Four questions and answers.
Counting on civil society
The topic of asylum occupies Germany. The social psychologist Harald Welzer on a debate that has changed the social climate.
Retter im Dilemma
Europa diskutiert über die Rolle privater Seenotretter im Mittelmeer. Darum geht es.
Learning democracy
The programme “Dialog macht Schule" (Dialogue Catches On) teaches children how to resolve conflicts and help shape society.
The German-Spanish migrant deal
After making a deal with Spain, Germany wants to negotiate migrant return agreements with Italy and Greece as well.mmen aushandeln.
Researching in safety
Lawyer Anan Al Sheikh Haidar fled from Syria and now teaches at the University of Cologne – as a fellowship holder of the Philipp Schwartz Initiative.
Does immigration stop demographic change?
Germany's population is shrinking. Immigration could make up for that - right? A population researcher explains why this is not so simple.
Rescuers in a dilemma
Europe discusses the role of private maritime rescuers in the Mediterranean. This is what it is all about.
How can migration be regulated?
Germany’s leading think tank on immigration makes some suggestions.
From conflict to classroom
They were experienced teachers in Syria or other crisis countries, but then they had to flee. They would like to teach again in Germany. But that isn’t easy.
See Berlin through new eyes!
Guided tour with Hamdi Kassar: The Syrian and other refugees present their Berlin.
Lots of new neighbours
Altena has taken far more refugees than it was assigned, and has integrated them in exemplary fashion – even winning an award from the German chancellor in the process.
Overcoming barriers
Why do our countries approach migration so differently? School students from Poland, France and Germany find answers.
“Let’s celebrate our diversities”
Jumana Eltgani from Sudan talks about “aha” moments in Germany and makes a passionate plea for diversity.
Fewer applications for political asylum in Germany
The numbers are falling and the emphasis now is on integration.
“Creating safe and legal routes”
The migration policy of the future was the subject of a meeting of the Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD) in Berlin.
“A driving force for development”
There are roughly 150 million migrant workers worldwide. Their future is one of the main themes at the summit meeting of the Global Forum on Migration in Berlin.
Welcome to Berlin
International visitors found out on a tour of the Moabit district how a school and volunteers are busy promoting integration.
The city as opportunity
A European initiative seeks to strengthen the role of local authorities in refugee policies.
“Writing On” – despite threats and flight
These voices are not to fall silent – the project “Weiter Schreiben” (Writing On) helps authors who have fled their country or can no longer publish their work in their country of origin.
The Language of Music
The “Bridges” project brings musicians who are refugees together with German musicians in a joint orchestra.
Making a fresh start in Tunisia
A German-Tunisian advice centre in Tunis aims to integrate returnees from Europe and improve the job prospects of young Tunisians.
Arriving on the labour market
Two women are training refugees as carers. Now their social enterprise has won the Special Impact Award.
The fabric prospects are made of
How start-ups are enabling refugees to enter the labour market. A visit to a fashion dressmaker’s in Frankfurt am Main.
Principle of solidarity
Germany and the Czech Republic are continuing discussions on the subject of refugees. During the Dialogue on Migration in Prague they agreed on a joint commitment in Jordan.
“Not so very far apart”
Germany and the Czech Republic often held different views during the refugee crisis. They intend to continue discussion with a strategic dialogue on migration. An interview with Vladimír Špidla, Advisor to the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic.
Philosophy and migration
How do philosophers respond to current migration issues? A brief interview with Julian Nida-Rümelin, professor of philosophy and former Federal Government commissioner.
Arriving in Germany
Karamba Diaby on his path in Germany and how integration can be successful.
From child refugee to trendy restauranteur
How The Duc Ngo, who came to Germany from Vietnam aged five, made a career for himself in the gastronomy sector.
“It is impressive how motivated they are”
Many young people who come to Germany as refugees were still at university or building a career back home. German universities are helping them to restart their academic lives.
A maths problem was the breakthrough
Just a year after fleeing from Syria, Wael Amayri already speaks German and is at university. In our interview he explains how he achieved this.
Germany’s humanitarian assistance in Syria
Germany is one of the leading donor states in providing assistance for people in the conflict zones in Syria. A report on the daily reality of the humanitarian aid workers.
Temporary return to normality in a refugee camp
Tens of thousands of Syrian refugees live in Zaatari in Jordan. Small jobs, for example in waste separation, now give them an income.
“Ankommen” app as a website
With immediate effect, new arrivals in Germany can get practical help and information at www.ankommenapp.de.
The new Germans
On being and becoming German – how the challenge presented by an influx of refugees can become a win-win constellation.
Effectively combating the causes of migration
Lack of prospects is the reason why many refugees make their way to Europe. It is what policymakers are focusing on to combat the causes of flight and migration.
Refugees are building a future for themselves
Many skilled-craft companies are short of skilled workers. Many young refugees are looking for new prospects. A Federal Government programme is bringing the two sides together step by step.
Rapid integration pays off
According to new research, the rapid integration of refugees into the labour market generates a long-term advantage for all.
“Lots of people want to do something”
Sociologist Serhat Karakayali on the background to the big increase in the number of people helping refugees.
“Integrate refugees swiftly into the labour market“
The top economist Marcel Fratzscher, political advisor and President of the German Institute for Economic Research (DIW) in Berlin, sees immigration primarily as an opportunity.
Quyên Truong from Eichenau
Quyên Truong from Vietnam trained as a geriatric nurse in Germany and now works at a nursing care centre near Munich.
Rights and obligations
Germany now has its first Integration Act. The law facilitates the integration of refugees into society, but also defines their obligations.
“Bringing a small piece of Damascus to Berlin”
The Damascus Goethe-Institut is opening temporarily in the German capital – as a forum for artists from Syria and Germany. Three of the Syrian participants of the project “Goethe-Institut Damascus | In Exile” spoke to deutschland.de.
Promoting a diverse society
At their national congress in Berlin, Neue Deutsche Organisationen set out guidelines for openness and equal opportunities.
„A powerful signal for immigrants“
The election of Muhterem Aras as Landtag president in Baden-Württemberg is a first in several ways.