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    IB Süd

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    The International Federation (IB Süd) strengthens humanity through education and social work. With over 14,000 employees, it offers comprehensive programs in vocational education, social work, and integration. The IB promotes democracy, social participation, and advocates for an inclusive society.

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    Internationaler Bund (IB) - Strengthening Humanity through Education and Social Work

    The Internationaler Bund (IB) is one of the most significant service providers in youth, social, and educational work in Europe. Founded in 1949 in response to the events of World War II, the IB stands for the values of democracy, social participation, and acceptance. Our motto, "Strengthening Humanity," reflects our commitment to supporting people of all ages and backgrounds on their path to a self-determined and responsible life.

    Key Products and Services

    • Vocational Education: The IB offers comprehensive vocational education programs, including vocational preparation, vocational training, continuing education, training support measures, and retraining. In various regions, we operate vocational schools, technical schools, special vocational schools, and vocational high schools[1][2][4].

    • Social Work: Our social services include homelessness assistance, youth social work, migration and refugee assistance, educational support, youth migration services, and justice-related services. We operate apartment houses, clearing houses, and offer outpatient as well as long-term and transitional assistance[2][4].

    • Language and Integration: The IB offers integration courses, language mediation, and summer language courses for school classes. Our language institute Tübingen (SIT) is a central provider of German courses and language support[1][4].

    • Political Education and International Work: We are engaged in political education and international youth work to expand cultural and intercultural horizons. Projects like the Erasmus+ project "IB Gastronomy Highlights" promote exchange between young people from different countries[3].

    Main Mission and Values

    The IB is a non-denominational and politically independent organization that advocates for democracy, social participation, and acceptance. We oppose nationalism, racism, and violence and promote the values of tolerance and democracy. Our goal is to support people in exercising their rights and leading a responsible life[2][3].

    Sustainability Goals and Initiatives

    • Social Integration: The IB actively advocates for the integration of migrants and refugees and offers specific programs and services to promote their inclusion in society[1][4].

    • Education and Labor Market: We work to bring young people closer to the training and labor market and offer programs such as the ESF+ project "ESAS – Getting Started and Advancing 2.0" to increase equal opportunities[3].

    • Promotion of Democracy: As part of the "Year of Democracy," the IB organizes various events and campaigns to strengthen democracy and counteract right-wing extremist movements[3].

    • Social Cohesion: Through the federal program "Social Cohesion," we support projects that connect people and promote the diversity of our society[3].

    The Internationaler Bund is active with over 14,000 employees in more than 60 countries and operates over 700 facilities at 300 locations worldwide. We support around 350,000 people annually and tirelessly advocate for the strengthening of humanity and the promotion of an inclusive and democratic society.

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