New Survey Reveals Widespread Discrimination and Racism in Germany

Survey by National Discrimination and Racism Monitor finds over half of Black Germans experience racism regularly, with visible minorities facing discrimination in areas like healthcare and law enforcement.

• A report by the National Discrimination and Racism Monitor (NaRiDa) reveals that over 50% of Black Germans have experienced racism, with almost 20% of women in this group experiencing threats or harassment multiple times in a year. Additionally, 14% of Muslim women and 13% of Asian women reported similar problems.
• Discrimination in Germany extends beyond verbal abuse, with 41% of Black men and 39% of Muslim men reporting encounters with racist discrimination in dealings with the police and public offices.
• Discrimination in the healthcare sector is also prevalent among people of color who reportedly face obstacles obtaining doctor's appointments and feel their health issues are not taken seriously. Many delay or avoid medical treatment due to fear of ill-treatment.
• Repeated experiences of discrimination are linked to health consequences, such as anxiety disorders or depressive symptoms. The study recommends the establishment of preventative measures to better support affected individuals.
• Naika Foroutan, Director of the German Center for Integration and Migration Research (DeZIM), calls for a permanent monitoring system in Germany to track discrimination and racism with the aim of enhancing democratic values.
• According to the Federal Government Commissioner for Integration, Reem Alabali-Radovan, there is need for "tailor-made anti-racism training and concepts" in the medical field and public offices. Racial bias in healthcare, she notes, should not influence the quality of care, appointment scheduling, or commencement of therapy.

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