Racism in Germany | DW Documentary

Not only in the U.S.A., but in Germany, too, people encounter discrimination based on their skin color. What are the lives of Afro-German youngsters and women like? Where do they run into racism, and how can their rights be better protected?

Ana, Besong and Kalsoumy tell us about their everyday lives. Twelve-year-old Besong is at the top of her class, but often, she still feels ignored by her teachers. Kalsoumy will soon be starting at university. She says, when applying for apartments or internships, she can never be quite sure that prejudice wasn't a factor when she's turned down. Ana tells about her everyday experiences with racism, whether glances on the subway or fears of violence when she walks home through the park in the evening. All three are very familiar with the question, "Where do you originally come from?” It seems to question their very identities as Germans. How can real change finally be achieved? A report by Mariel Müller.

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[Andrew-qsfw]

After 8 years in Germany I’ve never experienced “active racism” but rather “passive racism”. Finding an apartment, making a career, applying to jobs….Even if you are more qualified than a German and also speak their language, they will always pick you second to Kevin who spent a semester “volunteering” in Bali.

[HowardBeale]

when will u cover chinese racism against blacks? is this only directed at european ppl?

[ahp]

actually living in Berlin is great, but if you live in a city outside with majority of germans, it would be really hard. Even people with whtie skin color have the same problem with native germans, because they believe in superiority of only arian race and they also see italian, east european and russian as inferior race.

[gregoryaparker]

I've lived here in Germany as a Black man for the past 11 years. Of course no country is without it's problems, but I love it here. You should see me with my lederhosen on :p

[shaclo]

If you don‘t like it in Germany, feel free to move to Africa 💁🏻‍♂️

[ashleyd]

2015 I spent 6 weeks in Berlin alone and I remember visiting my favorite pizza spot one day and there was a family there with a kid, and the kid kept pointing to me and calling me the n-word. I felt so uncomfortable that I left. The parents did nothing. Children are taught to be this way at a young age and it’s a shame and disgusting.

[marcosmartinez]

She naturally belongs in Africa. Germany is for Germanic peoples.

[philipphatch]

They claim that they are not racist but prove the opposite with their behavior

[landhausidyll]

As an asian german I get discriminated too, what more for a black person? I can't imagine what they're going thru on a daily basis. It must be very frustrating and demeaning. For those who says that this not that bad or stop forcing diversity or feeling uncomfortable is not that bad or you're not German if you're not white, try walking a mile in their shoes or much better, just stop traveling. Just stay where you are, where everyone looks the same.The fact that one don't understand other people's suffering says a lot about one's character. Most whites expect to be well treated in other countries while traveling but here z:B in DE some people don't see a problem making people of other race uncomfortable. I say, if you're not racist like most people say here, don't stare. It's rude. If you're curious, better ask. Get to know them. Stop building prejudices inside your head. It's not helping anyone.

[richardc]

I do not believe Germany is holding you captive, if racism bad, go back home wherever you came from, problem solved. Down voted documentary to much whining

[Anon.]

I think now that surely the best thing for black people to do is to move to their ancestral countries where the majority of the people are black. Then they won't suffer racism. Western countries are predominently white. African countries are predominently black. Nobody can expect people not to see their colour. That is normal. I am white but have suffered racism bcse of my accent. I never feel accepted. I say to black people, move while you are young and can start a new and happier life because racism can never be "cured".

[jl]

I spent a 5 hr layover in munich on the way to vienna and I felt more out of place and isolated than I’ve ever felt all my 30 years living in Australia as an asian. Born and raised in aus with perfect english and I couldn’t help but feel like seemingly everyone was staring at me. it wasn’t just a glance either, it felt as though they either wanted me to know they were staring (glancing away after 2 seconds of eye contact) or were eager to let me know how an animal in a zoo must feel at a persons passing curiosity.

The Lufthansa flight attendants were also extremely curt to say the least. A warm welcome to all other caucasian passengers and no greeting whatsoever as I boarded. I can’t be bothered mentioning the service at the food court just ordering a simple pretzel and coffee.

Never felt such a cold welcome in any country ever, during a layover no less. First and last visit. God bless, germany.

[wrgyelh]

I am Russian in America with Russian accent do you hear me complaining? Do you hear Chinese complaining? Arab s complaining??? Only black people complaining. Why is that

[TacticalSquirrel]

Aww, don't like Germany? Move somewhere else.

[JohnDoe-jkqn]

I mean what's wrong with Germans. Not giving free things to poor economical immigrants. Free luxury cars, luxury apartments, paycheck for just standing there. I mean really? Who would though that you need to work hard for that, that you need good education, make sacrifice, etc... 🤦🏻 Oh btw, imagine getting lower salary for dancing instead of let's say being an engineer, inventing stuff or being a scientist. Horror. Really what a sick world 😂

[stevenobinator]

Germany is for German people. German people are indigenous to Germany, like the Inuit are indigenous to northern Canada. This women is indigenous to Africa, but she can be a citizen of Germany. But she will never be 100% German heritage.

[AfricancoolChic]

The little boy gets called the N word everyday? 😱 He has a loving bright sister.

[asturiasceltic]

Europeans are people who.have been there for hundreds of thousands of years, they are not like the USA

[KenArkane]

I dont agree with the last sentence: they have to fight for their rights. Where in Europe do black people not have the same rights as every other people?

[hanshumbold]

Der Kalergi Plan... Der Kalergi Preis ;)