Woidke: No Room for Xenophobia in Schools - Brandenburg's 119th school joins anti-racism network amid rising intolerance
Another school in Brandenburg has joined the fight against discrimination. Geschwister-Scholl Primary School in Bad Belzig became the latest to sign up for the School Without Racism – School with Courage network on Monday. The initiative now includes 119 schools across the state, all pledging to reject racism and promote respect.
The network requires schools to actively oppose discrimination and run regular projects on tolerance. While exact measures vary by school, the commitment remains clear: no form of hostility will be tolerated. This comes after reports of right-wing extremism, sexism, and homophobia at a school in Burg, Spreewald, in 2023. Similar incidents have been documented elsewhere in Brandenburg over the years.
Nationwide, the *School Without Racism* network involves around three million students and teachers. Brandenburg's Premier Dietmar Woidke has repeatedly stressed the role of schools in teaching peaceful coexistence. He describes them as key spaces where young people learn to challenge prejudice and stand up for others. The latest addition, Geschwister-Scholl Primary, follows a growing trend in the region. By joining, it commits to fostering an environment where discrimination has no place.
With 119 schools now part of the network, Brandenburg continues to expand its efforts against racism. Each participating school must uphold the pledge to reject discrimination and educate students on inclusion. The initiative reflects a broader push to ensure schools remain safe and respectful spaces for all.
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