Confronting Racism: Bashar Hassoun’s Perspective on Refugee Policy

In the video titled “Schwerpunkte in der Geflüchtetenpolitik: Rassismus,” entrepreneur Bashar Hassoun shares his personal experiences with racism as a refugee in Berlin. This portrait is part of a series from the event “Wir ziehen Bilanz: Effekte, Erfolge, Handlungsbedarfe der Berliner Geflüchtetenpolitik,” which reflects on three years of Berlin’s comprehensive concept for the integration and participation of refugees. The series features short film portraits where refugees discuss their experiences and present specific demands to politics and administration. Hassoun’s narrative underscores the importance of recognizing the individuals behind statistics and policies, emphasizing the need for targeted actions against racism in areas such as work, education, health, and housing.