Wer sind wir?
The Anti-Discrimination Office of Saxony-Anhalt advocates for the rights and protection of people who have experienced discrimination.
Our goal is to combat disadvantage in all areas of life and to ensure a fair, equal coexistence. In doing so, we specifically support individuals who face discrimination based on the following characteristics.
Grounds for Discrimination
Racial attribution and ethnic origin
Gender
Religion/worldview
Disability
Age
Sexual identity
and more…
We see ourselves as a point of contact for everyone who has experienced discrimination or would like to learn more about the topic. Our approach is holistic: we not only offer individual support for those affected but also work preventatively to counteract discrimination before it occurs. Our goal is to actively help shape the discourse on anti-discrimination.
How the Anti-Discrimination Office of Saxony-Anhalt supports those affected
In our video, you will learn how the Anti-Discrimination Office of Saxony-Anhalt works to promote a society where diversity is valued. Since 2018, we have been advising people who have experienced discrimination. You will see how we support those affected—for example, Ms. Sonntag, who, thanks to our help, is now allowed to take her guide dog with her on a park railway.
More information on reporting cases of discrimination can be found on our website.
Please note: This video is available in German only.
Our Vision and Values
Our view of humanity is shaped by the value of social and cultural diversity. Our society includes all models of coexistence as well as people from diverse cultures and religions. Our work aims to consistently highlight the common ground between these different ways of life and thus promote the participation of all people in this society.
We are clearly committed to the principles of equality in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which are anchored and expanded upon in the Basic Law (German Constitution). The foundation of our work is the General Act on Equal Treatment (AGG), passed in 2006 to implement human rights protections within the European Union. Our doors are open to everyone who has experienced discrimination or feels that their dignity has been violated.
At the same time, we reserve the right to terminate the counseling process if statements are made that show contempt for human rights or are hostile to the constitution.