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Society and Integration

Pluralism, freedom of religion, family, women and children, demographic change. Migration. Current information and background on society and integration.

Geben die Linie vor: die 17 Ziele der Agenda 2030 2030 Agenda
Standing up for sustainability around the world
Germany’s National Sustainable Development Strategy is aligned with the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda. Three questions and answers.
Der Pears Jüdischer Campus in Berlin Open exchange
Israel
“The new heart of Jewish life”
The Pears Jewish Campus in Berlin: A place of tolerance and learning. Read how it aims to strengthen and promote Jewish life in Germany.
Emilia Roig Strong women
Standing up for equality
“A Revolution of Love”
Emilia Roig is an expert on diversity, inclusion and anti-discrimination. She talks about what drives her campaigns. 
Gleichberechtigung im Arbeitsleben – ein Ziel der Bundesregierung. Strong women
Equality
Equal rights but everyday life often falls short
Equality is enshrined in Germany’s Basic Law. The Federal Government is promoting equality of opportunity with a particular focus on the world of work.
Gemeinsam mit Sam Smith räumt Kim Petras bei den Grammys ab. Strong women
Role model for the trans community
From Uckerath to Los Angeles
Pop singer Kim Petras comes from the Rhineland. Her historic success in the Grammys is a symbol of diversity and inclusion in the music industry.
Sprachkurs für aus der Ukraine Geflüchtete in Leipzig Migration
Engagement
Supporting refugees
Civil society efforts to help refugees from Ukraine can build on the experiences from 2015.
Ärztliche Leistungen bezahlen in Deutschland die Krankenkassen. The German healthcare system
Health insurance companies
Who pays in the event of sickness?
In Germany, health insurance companies pay the costs of healthcare - you will find answers to your questions here.
Ryyan Alshebl wurde in Ostelsheim zum Bürgermeister gewählt. Arab world
Integration
“I learnt to take responsibility”
Ryyan Alshebl fled from Syria to Germany in 2015. In 2023 he became the mayor of a small town in Baden-Württemberg.
Freiwilliges Engagement gibt es auch bei der Feuerwehr. Volunteering
Democracy in action
Millions of Germans get involved in voluntary work in their free time - facts and figures about their commitment.
Ehrenamtliche Ranger helfen, die Natur zu bewahren. Volunteering
Wide-ranging opportunities for volunteering
Be it overseas, at home or in the great outdoors: Opportunities for volunteering are numerous and varied. We present four opportunities for volunteering.
Anna und Ran Yona starten mit ihren Barfußschuhen durch. Starting a new business in Germany
Setting up your own business
It is not always easy to start your own business. Three entrepreneurs give tips about what aspects you need to consider to get off to a successful start.
Mit Tip me können Konsumenten den Produzenten ihrer Ware ein Trinkgeld schicken. Starting a new business in Germany
Sustainability
Meaningful companies
Searching for solutions to global crises: We introduce you to German startups whose ideas are making the world a bit better.

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