For immigrants, work and education are usually the key to successful integration into society. Work is a part of everyday life and a large part of social life takes place at the workplace. Personal contact in the company can help dispel biases against immigrants and create a positive working atmosphere. Protection against discrimination and prejudice not only avoids employees having stressful experiences, it also benefits the company.
Immigrants often bring with them competences and skills from which local employers and colleagues can benefit: In addition to professional qualifications from the countries of origin, diverse language skills and the motivation to become financially independent and gain a foothold in Germany also form the basis for a good working relationship. This makes it all the more important to prevent prejudice and discrimination in one's own company and, where necessary, to address it openly. A first step is the willingness to deal with this issue and to learn more about it.
On the pages below you will find information and materials on the following topics:
Prejudice and discrimination: Terms and definitions
Protection against discrimination at the workplace
Practical aids on anti-discrimination in the workplace