Investigations into Alleged Racial Bias: Schools Probe Claims Made During School Outings - Educational institutions probing accusations of racial bias
Article Title: Racism Allegations Surface During School Trip Between Brandenburg and Berlin Students
In a concerning development, incidents of racist abuse have been reported during a school trip involving students from Brandenburg and Berlin, at Greifswald. The disturbing incidents have raised concerns about the increasing prevalence of racism among youth in both regions.
The Berlin Senate's education administration is in close contact with the local school authority in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, which is cooperating with the school involved. The school has proposed support measures and plans to engage with the anti-discrimination officer from the education, youth, and family department of the Berlin Senate.
Political voices, such as Ario Mirzaie, a spokesperson for the Green Party and an advocate against right-wing extremism, have called for a thorough investigation and decisive action. Mirzaie urged the Brandenburg Minister of Education, Steffen Freiberg, to investigate the incidents thoroughly and implement appropriate measures targeting the two schools involved. He emphasized the need to recognize these events as part of a broader trend of rising right-wing violence and propaganda among youth in both Berlin and Brandenburg.
The youth hostel where the incident occurred reported having no knowledge of the events during the students' stay. The hostel provides lodging and meals and is equipped with recreational amenities, but does not maintain constant supervision of guests.
The Ministry of Education suggests that the origins of the students from Brandenburg and Berlin may have initially triggered the conflicts. Reports indicate that students from a 6th grade in Berlin-Kreuzberg were racially harassed by a group of students from Brandenburg during the same school trip in June. The conflicts between the students apparently developed with an age-related dynamics.
The operator of the private high school in Doberlug-Kirchhain, where one of the schools involved is located, has confirmed an incident to the State School Office Cottbus. The schools involved in the incident are Grundschule Rehfelde (Märkisch-Oderland) and Evangelical Community School Doberlug-Kirchhain (Elbe-Elster), both located in Brandenburg.
After preliminary investigation, the Ministry of Education found insults and extremist remarks on both sides. The conflicts between the students were more complex than initially portrayed in media coverage, according to the operator of the private high school in Doberlug-Kirchhain.
As of July 23, 2025, no further official conclusions or disciplinary actions are detailed in the available information. The situation is under investigation by the respective educational authorities, and support measures are being planned to address the racism allegations. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for continued efforts to combat racism and promote inclusivity among young people.
The Community policy and the employment policy should be reviewed and updated by both Berlin and Brandenburg educational authorities to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for students, taking into account the current rise of racism among youth.
The general news of the racist incident between Brandenburg and Berlin students at Greifswald has highlighted the need for education-and-self-development programs that focus on politics, fostering understanding and respect for all cultures and backgrounds.
