The growing social divide and the decreasing trust in public institutions are current challenges of our time and lead to the weakening of democracy. Human rights are the basis for good coexistence and living together. They secure democracy and it’s therefore essential to raise awareness of their origin and their meaning to our society. The …

The COVID-19 pandemic, as well as multiple crises of the present, are increasing mental illnesses and financial pressure on youth, particularly those who come from low-income families. Fears for the future, frustration, social segregation and increasing economic inequality are the consequences.Studies show that the income and socio-economic status of parents have a decisive influence on …

Structural challenges and lack of resources make access to education and participation difficult, especially for low-income families. Current challenges in schools cover exclusion, discrimination and increased absences. Getting in touch with parents and involving them in school activities has also become more and more difficult since COVID-19.The aim of the “open school and info café” …

Host and District Mayor of Meidling, Wilfried Zankl and Shams Asadi, Human Rights commissioner of the City of Vienna, welcomed the approx. 35 participants. Sarah Theierling, project manager, summarized the results of the first policy lab that took place on the 23rd of February. The goals of the second policy lab were: 1. Deepen the …

Within the Policy Lab, the human rights districts of Neubau, Favoriten and Meidling address the question of how educational opportunities and participation possibilities of Viennese citizens can be further strengthened and implemented in the best possible way on a local level. The Policy Lab is a participatory format that places the local population at the …