The externalisation of EU borders is a central component of European migration policy – but what exactly does that mean? And what consequences do these political measures have for those seeking protection? In this article, we take a closer look – and hear a personal story, a voice from the border, that shows us what externalisation means in reality.
Millions of children and young people are fleeing their homes around the world – often alone, without protection or prospects. Their rights are systematically violated at the EU's external borders. In this article, we take a closer look – and let personal stories and voices from the borders speak for themselves, highlighting the reality of young people seeking protection.
For many people seeking protection, unfair visa policies and closed borders mean they have to take dangerous escape routes across land and sea – often in life-threatening conditions. The Mediterranean is one of the deadliest routes in the world, with tens of thousands of people dead or missing. In this article, we take a closer look and give a voice to personal stories and voices from the borders, providing insight into the work of remembering those who have died or gone missing.
The educational materials on migration show how Europe's borders work, who is involved, and how people are fighting back. They explain what migration and flight mean and tell the story of immigration to Germany. They show how migrant movements have shaped our society—and how we can work today to promote an open and inclusive "society of the many".
Protest slogans like "No borders, no nations!" are more than just loud words. They are declarations of the struggle against racism, against state violence, against the EU border regime. They stand for a "Society of the Many" – for solidarity, justice and the right to freedom of movement.
In discussions on migration, many prejudices and false claims can be found – both in politics and the media, as well as in our everyday conversations. We provide you with facts and arguments against misinformation and hate.
Maps are not just in school atlases or on Google Maps. From political maps to climate crisis maps to navigation in sea rescue, maps shape our reality! In this article, you'll explore the origins of maps and what to consider when using them. Test your knowledge with our crossword puzzle!
Labor struggles have a long tradition in Germany. Over time, they have not only focused on the demand for better working conditions, but have also been linked - albeit in a rather shy form at the beginning - to the anti-racist and anti-fascist struggle. Within the trade union political education programs, right-wing agitation was increasingly countered with a realistic picture of asylum and migration policy after the "Summer of Migration" in 2015.
During the Trump presidency, U.S. unions initially opposed the rise of authoritarianism only symbolically. Over time, they acted more decisively. Where union members became active in the workplace, they succeeded in slowing the trend toward authoritarianism and sometimes achieved significant successes.
Many women are forced into marriage against their will. According to 2014 figures from UNICEF, 700 million women worldwide have undergone forced marriage. But what is at stake here? What is the difference between a migrant woman forced into marriage and a native-born woman forced into marriage? This article takes a closer look at this and other questions.
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