A comprehensive three-year study has revealed that racism in German public institutions is not just an individual issue but a structural one. Researchers found evidence of discrimination across job centers, police forces, courts, and healthcare facilities, embedded in daily routines.
Language barriers were identified as a major tool for exclusion, where applicants lacking perfect German skills were often denied services. The study highlights that the intensity of discrimination varies but is persistently present depending on the organizational culture.
Experts are calling for fundamental changes, including the establishment of independent complaint offices and better representation of minority groups in civil service. The findings suggest that combating racism requires a complete overhaul of organizational structures, not just new laws.
Study confirms structural racism exists within German state institutions
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