Municipality/Region
Waidhofen an der Ybbs, Austria
Summary
The town of Waidhofen an der Ybbs, Austria is committed to integration. Its municipal council has adopted integration guidelines. The municipality sees itself as an interface between asylum seekers and volunteers providing assistance.
Areas of integration covered by practice
Integration of migrants in political and civic local life
Background and purpose
The 2015 refugee ‘crisis’ made it necessary to address the issue of integration into the community.
Timeframe
The practice began in 2015 and is ongoing.
How does it work?
The municipal council and the relevant city councillor for integration provide support for volunteers in different integration-related activities. The municipality makes financial resources available for German language courses. An association will also be given financial support. Six times a year, there is an arrangement for volunteers to meet over coffee and exchange ideas and experiences. It is also possible for asylum-seekers to get to know the volunteers.
Results and evaluation
Asylum seekers and those granted asylum learn German, and they are supported by public authorities. Those granted asylum receive assistance in looking for accommodation and jobs.
No evaluation of the municipality’s practices has been carried out.
Funding
The municipality allocates € 4,000 per year for integration-promoting measures.
Further information
About this good practice
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- Geographic area
- Austria
- Organisation
- City of Waidhofen an der Ybbs
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