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Civic participation in Germany

How German democracy works at federal, Land and local level, and how Kurds living in Germany can take part lawfully and safely.

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KCO-CIV-07 · Foundations · 10 h · Open for enrolment on study.kurds.global

Academy · course · Civic education · Faculty of Diaspora, Society and Research · Open for enrolment on study.kurds.global

Civic participation in Germany

How German democracy works at federal, Land and local level, and how Kurds living in Germany can take part lawfully and safely.

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Course code
KCO-CIV-07
School
Civic education
Faculty
Faculty of Diaspora, Society and Research
Level
Foundations
Hours
10 h (estimated)
Audience
Kurds and others living in Germany, whatever their status, with a focus on newcomers and young people.
Prerequisites
none listed
Enrolment
open
Learning platform
Open for enrolment on study.kurds.global
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Outline

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1
The state and its levels
2
Rights and duties
3
Voting and elections
4
Local councils and consultations
5
Civil society and associations
6
Speaking up safely

What you can do after

  • Describe the roles of the Bundestag, the Länder and the municipal council.
  • Tell which rights come with citizenship, which with residence, and which belong to everyone.
  • Use consultations, integration councils and associations to raise local issues.
  • Separate non-partisan civic action from campaigning for a party or movement.
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