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Building bridges together

The Goethe-Institut has always supported people during their migration to Germany. What form does this support take? What works well? What else needs to be done? These were the focuses of an event entitled “Discover. Explore. Arrive. Outcomes of preparatory and early integration projects run by the Goethe-Institut, and immigration potential for qualified professionals”.
 
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Pre-integration in the Western Balkans
 From Albania to Montenegro – Pre-integration in the Western Balkans

In 2015, a law came into force that made it easier for people from Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, Northern Macedonia and Serbia to work in Germany. How has immigration in the region developed during this time? And what distinguishes the pre-integration work here now?  
The face of a young dark-haired woman can be seen in the sunlight in front of the Brandenburg Gate. © Alina Holtmann / Maridav

The use of the portal in the pre-integration
 Mein Weg nach Deutschland – the web portal for migrants

Practical information on everyday life and the workplace in Germany, exercises to practise German language skills, help and advice for all life situations – anyone who hopes to migrate to Germany or has recently arrived there can find support at goethe.de/mwnd.
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Things are never quite what they seem...

The new study “Annäherung, die im Heimatland beginnt” (Approaches that begin at home) examines the meaning and purpose of pre-integration: migrant workers who receive information about life in Germany before arrival are less susceptible to false expectations.

From participant limitation to WhatsApp friendships
 Pre-integration work in times of COVID-19

The corona pandemic characterises people’s day-to-day life all over the world. What that means in specific terms for pre-integration work varies depending on location and region. 

Pre-integration programmes now offered in North Africa / Middle East and Brazil
 Worldwide support to prepare for life in Germany

The new project “Pre-integration in the regions of South-East Asia, South-East Europe, North Africa/Middle East and Brazil” started in July 2020.

Pre-integration at the Goethe-Institut: the example of Vietnam

The employees at the Goethe-Institut Hanoi spend their working days preparing Vietnamese people for life in Germany.
Pre-Integration: Supporting migration: hand in hand, across borders © Lejla Djelilovic, Goethe-Institut Bosnien und Herzegowina

Supporting migration: hand in hand, across borders

After running for two years, the project “Pre-Integration in the Regions of South-East Asia and South-East Europe” came to a close in June 2020. It should soon be possible for migrants from all over the world to use the materials generated.

Strong together: networking in pre-integration

Goethe-Institutes in South-East Asia, South-East Europe, Brazil, North Africa and the Middle East have pooled the expertise of their diverse cooperation partners in order to prepare potential migrants for life in Germany as effectively as possible.
Reception at Goethe-Insitut Indonesia © Goethe-Institut, Sonja Tobias

Language teaching meets migration advice

The Goethe-Institut uses pre-integration projects to prepare migrants for migration to Germany while they are still in their countries of origin.
Counseling at Goethe-Zentrum Surabaya © Wisma Jerman Surabaya

Arrival in Germany begins even before entry

The Goethe-Institut helps prospective migrants with professional qualifications and those intending to join spouses to get ready for a new start in Germany while they are still in their countries of origin.
For love or work: the journey into the unknown – In South-East Asia, the Goethe-Institut is preparing migrants for life in Germany © Goethe-Institut

For love or work: the journey into the unknown

Migrants start to prepare for a life in Germany long before joining an integration course. The Goethe-Institut in the countries of origin has a key role to play in these preparations.
A young smiling woman stands in front of the Brandenburg Tor in Berlin. © Alina Holtmann / Maridav

“Mein Weg nach Deutschland” - the web portal for helping people find their bearings in Germany

The website “Mein Weg nach Deutschland” (www.goethe.de/mwnd) is primarily aimed at new arrivals from non-member states who want to emigrate to Germany for professional or private reasons, or have already arrived.
Managing The Transition – From German Language Learning In The Home Country To The Integration Course in Germany © Goethe-Institut

Managing The Transition

The Goethe-Institut is involved in pre-integration language teaching for immigrants. Quality in this sector has improved significantly in recent years.
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