La Red
La Red e.V. in Berlin supports migrants in their integration through counseling, training, and political education. With projects on social justice and environmental education, the association promotes networking and empowerment for sustainable coexistence.
La Red – Networking and Integration
editLa Red is an association based in Berlin that specializes in supporting migrants upon their arrival in Germany and in their professional and social integration.
Mission and Values
editThe main goal of La Red is to support migrants, especially those who have recently arrived in Berlin, through comprehensive counseling and education. The association focuses on social and professional integration, political empowerment, and the promotion of civic engagement. La Red particularly advocates for the interests of EU citizens but also provides support for migrants from other regions[1][2][4].
Key Products and Services
editLa Red offers a wide range of services, including:
- Counseling and Training: On topics such as professional recognition, job searching through social media, and integration into the labor market. The project "International Professionals: Berlin" is particularly noteworthy as it offers free training and counseling for international professionals and small and medium-sized enterprises to promote the recruitment and retention of skilled workers through social media[3][5].
- Political Education: Projects against Islam and Muslim hostility, anti-Muslim racism, and hate speech. La Red is also engaged in political education work to strengthen migrant perspectives and promote democratic competence[1][4].
- Environmental Education: Initiatives such as the Upcycling Future Lab Berlin Pankow, which promotes exchange between newcomers and long-term residents in the context of climate protection issues[4].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editLa Red places great importance on sustainability and environmental protection. Some of the initiatives include:
- Environmental Projects: La Red conducts projects aimed at sustainable living and environmental protection, such as the Repair Café and the Upcycling Future Lab. These projects aim to promote exchange between newcomers and the local community and raise awareness of environmental issues[1][4].
- Social Justice: La Red is committed to social justice and gender equality, particularly through the project "Possible," which supports women with a migration background in their integration into the labor market[2][4].
Funding and Partnerships
editLa Red is funded through public grants, private foundations, and donations. The project "International Professionals: Berlin" is, for example, funded under the "Integration through Qualification" (IQ) program by the Federal Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs and the European Union through the European Social Fund Plus (ESF Plus). Other partners include the Federal Ministry of Education and Research and the Federal Employment Agency[3][5].
La Red is an important player in the integration and networking of migrants in Berlin, making a significant contribution to social and professional integration as well as the promotion of sustainability and social justice through its diverse projects and services.