Economist Podcasts Integration, differentiation: migrants in Germany
Sep 1, 2020
Tom Nuttall, The Economist's Berlin bureau chief, shares insights on Germany's migrant integration experience shaped by a 2015 policy shift. He discusses the challenges faced by migrants amidst bureaucracy and contrasting regional responses. Sarah Maslin, The Economist's Brazil correspondent, explores the collective trauma inflicted by COVID-19, emphasizing its impact on vulnerable communities and the urgent need for support. They highlight resilience in unexpected places, including Palestinians finding brief moments of escape at the beach amid ongoing struggles.
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Ahmad's Success
- Ahmad Denmo, a Syrian refugee, arrived in Berlin in 2015 and received support from NGOs.
- He later studied at Bard College and started his own NGO to help other refugees.
Mixed Integration Success
- Germany's migrant integration has been more successful than predicted, with almost half in employment, education, or training by 2018.
- However, the success varies significantly across different groups, with women and those from certain backgrounds facing greater challenges.
Distribution of Migrants
- Migrants have been distributed throughout Germany to avoid concentration in big cities.
- While this prevents overwhelming services and potential resentment, it also restricts some migrants' freedom of movement.