How 'Apprentices Against the Right' Aim to Change Their Companies
Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- "Azubis gegen Rechts" (Apprentices Against the Right) aims to combat far-right incidents in workplaces and vocational schools.
- Participants often face resistance or isolation within their companies.
- The article examines the effectiveness and challenges of their engagement under these conditions.
Stickers from the Wehrmacht displayed in vocational schools and racist remarks on construction sites are among the far-right incidents that "Azubis gegen Rechts" (Apprentices Against the Right) are confronting. This group of apprentices is dedicated to pushing back against such occurrences within their professional environments.
However, the apprentices often find themselves isolated in their efforts. Many report facing resistance or a lack of support from their employers and colleagues when they speak out against extremism. This isolation poses a significant challenge to their activism, raising questions about the impact and sustainability of their engagement.
The article delves into the experiences of these young activists, exploring the difficulties they encounter. It questions what can be achieved when individuals take a stand against far-right ideologies in workplaces where such sentiments may be prevalent or tolerated, highlighting the courage required to challenge these issues.
Originally published by Der Spiegel in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.