Panel discussion: Antimuslim racism - a topic for everyone!

Panel discussion: Antimuslim racism - a topic for everyone!

München, Deutschland - in Munich on June 24, 2025, a panel discussion with the exciting title "Antimuslim racism as a democratic challenge will take place. Perspectives from science and practice". The event begins at 7 p.m. in the large meeting room of the new town hall and is organized on the occasion of the international day against anti -Muslim racism, which is celebrated on July 1. The aim of this discussion round is to draw attention to the effects of this phenomenon to democratic coexistence and to open up new perspectives. The city of Munich reports that the inventory of the independent expert commission is also discussed.

A particularly interesting aspect of the discussion will be the voice of often unheard -of perspectives, including secular, feminist and diverse Muslim experiences. The round is moderated by journalist Nabila Abdel Aziz, while Dr. Miriam Heigl, the head of the department for democracy, will hold a greeting. Among the experts are Birte Freer from Claim Allianz and Bettina Mehić, a high school teacher and activist.

a social phenomenon

Antimuslim racism is not only a topic of marginalized groups, but also affects entire society. The Claim Alliance, which networked civil society actors against Islam and Muslim hostility in Germany, under the direction of Rima Hanano, describes this racism as a deeply rooted ideology that hierarchizes. It is determined that Muslim children in particular are often treated unfairly in schools and that static prejudices on Muslims also have great effects in everyday life, be it when looking for accommodation or at work. Amnesty International emphasizes that every second person in Germany is anti-Muslim. reinforced.

verbal attacks are commonplace, especially against women with a headscarf, and in society the stigmatization becomes increasingly visible. In many media reports, a picture that is focused on terror and radicalization is often conveyed, which further exacerbates the situation. The equal treatment lawyer shows in its reports that discrimination against Muslim: inside and as such perceived persons in various areas of life, as in Education area or the world of work, is widespread. Such experiences are particularly common through insults, pejorative jokes or physical attacks.

necessities for change

A central point of the discussion will be the question of how social change can be brought about. The latest studies show that 78% of the Muslim surveyed have had any experiences of discrimination inside. In view of the ongoing difficulties, clear legal protective measures are required. In particular, protection against discrimination due to religion is still inadequate, especially outside the work environment. Cognitive dissonances in social perception are to be tackled in order to clarify the border between legitimate criticism of religion and flat -rate prejudices.

These urgent questions will be discussed by experts on June 24th, and all interested parties are invited to take part. A prior registration is required by 2 p.m., but the event is accessible and excludes people who are close to right -wing parties or organizations.