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Migration Council Berlin e.V.

Provided by: Migration Council Berlin e.V.

Overview

The Migration Council Berlin e.V. is the largest and oldest secular advocacy group for people with a migration history in Berlin. It acts as an umbrella organization and carries out its own projects.

Umbrella organization and advocacy for migrant self-organizations
Implementation of projects for political participation and anti-discrimination
Legal advice on asylum and residence law (through member organizations)
Public relations and networking

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📘 Guide: LGBTIQ+ Counseling & Anti-Discrimination

Discrimination-sensitive counseling on coming-out, gender identity (Trans*, Inter*, Non-Binary), and legal equality. Support with experiences of discrimination, transition processes, and questions about rainbow families (adoption, descent law).

Important Note

Use the AGG (General Equal Treatment Act) in case of discrimination at the workplace or housing market.

Steps

  1. 1Get support for rainbow family topics (adoption).
  2. 2Invoke the AGG in case of discrimination.

FAQ

What does "Initial Orientation for Migrants" mean?

First point of contact for questions about life in Germany when it is unclear which specialized agency is responsible. This counseling acts as a pilot in the support system and refers to lawyers or specialized services. Counseling Tip 1: Use this service to have letters from authorities sorted and understood before deadlines pass. Counseling Tip 2: Always bring all existing papers such as passport, notifications, and rental contract so that the counselors can correctly assess your legal situation.

Target Groups

Migrants and refugeesMigrant self-organizations

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