At Home in Europe Project Bücher

"I am new compared to others, but I feel I have lived in Leicester forever. I define myself as European, Somali, Muslim—many definitions. In Leicester, regardless of background, whether black, white, Asian, Christian, or Sikh, people respect you." These reflections come from one of 300 participants in a significant study on the social inclusion of Muslims, conducted by the Open Society At Home in Europe Project. This study is the first of 11 city reports examining the integration of Muslims across various European cities, including Antwerp, Amsterdam, and London. The research focuses on the political, social, and economic involvement of Muslim communities in Leicester, a vibrant city anticipated to become Europe's first plural city without an ethnic majority. The report specifically highlights three wards: Evington, Stoneygate, and Spinney Hills, exploring the experiences of Muslims in education, employment, health, housing, citizenship, political participation, policing, media, and identity. It provides recommendations for local and national authorities, showcasing how Leicester effectively manages its ethnic and cultural diversity, turning it into a valuable asset for urban life.

"Through engagement with policymakers and communities, Muslims in Hamburg examines the political, social, and economic participation of Muslim communities living in Hamburg, Germany--a city known for its long history of immigration and where inter-religious dialogue and inclusion form a visible part of the daily life of the city. The report focuses on the district of Hamburg-Mitte, offering new insights and, possibly for the first time, portraying the city from the perspective of its Muslim population. The report outlines and examines Muslim experiences in the areas of education, employment, health, housing and social protection, citizenship and political participation, policing and security, media, belonging, identity and interactions. While recognizing the local administration's efforts and successes in enhancing integration, the report offers a series of recommendations for local and national authorities, Muslim communities and other minority groups, NGOs and community organizations, the media and broader civil society to take this further."--Publisher description.