Promoting democracy

Democracy is not a matter of course – it must be actively lived and shaped. At AVP, we are committed to a vibrant civil society and inclusive participation in social life.

Future-Proof Society

For solidarity with one another

Young people make our democracy fit for the future. It is therefore important to strengthen them in their maturity and to teach them skills that enable them to participate independently in our society. We are committed to promoting democracy through youth education projects and political education measures with the aim of strengthening basic democratic values and creating a solidary and participatory coexistence.

Our programs offer space for exchange on complex political issues and encourage people to develop their own points of view in an atmosphere of openness, respect and appreciation.

We actively oppose ideologies of inequality and promote a pluralistic society based on human rights.

We raise awareness of environmental protection, social justice and intercultural cooperation and thus promote global thinking and action.

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Through our political education measures and projects, we promote an understanding of the principles of freedom of expression, equal rights, the rule of law, tolerance and pluralism.

We encourage citizens to become actively involved in political processes, whether through voting, participating in public discussions or promoting their active participation in social decision-making processes.

We encourage citizens to work for the common good and to actively participate in shaping their living environment.

By demonstrating ways of political participation and educating people about anti-democratic ideologies, we contribute to the prevention of extremism and radicalization.

In view of the increasing diversity in modern societies, promoting intercultural understanding and cooperation is an important part of our promotion of democracy – in order to reduce prejudices and strengthen social cohesion.

For an active democracy

Political education

As a civil society organization, civic education is an important component of our work. By promoting democratic values, we encourage a culture of mutual respect and strengthen the basic principles of the democratic constitutional state. The ability to tolerate and deal constructively with conflict plays a decisive role in building a pluralistic society and protecting against anti-democratic tendencies.

In our projects, we not only impart knowledge about political issues, but also skills for self-determined action to enable political participation. We place a particular focus on young people: Through educational measures for young people, we sensitize them to various forms of discrimination, educate them about group-based misanthropy and provide them with tools to enable them to act and judge independently.

After all, political education is of enormous importance, especially for adolescents who are developing their own world view and finding their place in life. As AVP e.V., we have therefore developed special offers to reach young people where they are – be it on the Internet or in local social spaces. We offer them guidance and support so that they can find their own voice and actively participate in political processes.

Culture of remembrance

Culture of remembrance

…plays a central role in engaging with Germany’s history, in order to learn from it and promote a democratic society.

Anti-discrimination initiatives

Anti-discrimination initiatives

...are actively committed to combating forms of discrimination and unequal treatment in society and to creating a fairer and more inclusive society.

Dialogic learning

Dialogic learning

...promotes the active exchange of ideas and perspectives to create shared understanding.

European education

European education

...promotes an understanding of Europe's diversity, history and values in order to strengthen a common identity and cooperation within the EU.

Strengthening diversity for a tolerant society

Preventing extremism

Anti-democratic and anti-human views are widespread in Germany. The work of civil society organizations is needed to prevent extremist views from finding a breeding ground. AVP e.V. offers ways out and support for young people and young adults who are vulnerable to extremist speech.
We rely on dialogue and exchange. We are present where young people become radicalized – in social spaces offline and online. Trained in youth work and outreach social work, we are able to specifically address the needs and challenges of this target group, support them and accompany processes of separation from the extremist scene. Our expertise in pedagogy, social and political science and Islamic theology make it possible for us to assess the background to radicalization, identify risks and deal with problems.
Focusing on the lifeworlds of our target groups, we work to intervene at an early stage and offer targeted advice and support in order to accompany the often difficult path of finding an identity and to strengthen resilience to extremist attitudes

Digital Streetwork

Digital Streetwork

...intervenes where a significant part of young people's everyday lives take place: in the digital space.

Hate Speech

Hate Speech

...must be actively prevented through education, legal measures and the promotion of empathy and tolerance.

Group-based misanthropy

Group-based misanthropy

...is discrimination based on group membership such as ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation.

Shaping diversity

Shaping diversity

... promotes the recognition and appreciation of diverse backgrounds, identities, and perspectives to build an inclusive and diverse society.

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