In May, the European Parliament passed a reform of asylum law. The so-called Common European Asylum System (CEAS) promises to be able to decide who is entitled to asylum based on uniform standards and, above all, outside the EU borders. However, a closer look reveals pressing questions: What impact will the reform have on people seeking protection? How compatible is it with human rights and the German constitution? We take a closer look at the situation.
The asylum reform is due to come into force in June 2026, while the EU member states have until the end of 2024 to draw up their implementation plans. In our event, we would like to take a closer look at the new asylum law and discuss what it means for refugees and how well or badly it is meant, conceived and implemented.
Especially in light of the results of the European elections, it is worth taking a closer look at this topic. Because behind the legal texts are the fates of many people. Let's talk together about how the future of asylum law can be shaped and what role Germany can play in this.
SABINE HESS
Professor of Cultural Anthropology/European Ethnology and Managing Director at the Center for Global Migration Studies at the University of Göttingen
More about Sabine: https://www.uni-goettingen.de/de/208718.html
MUZAFFER ÖZTÜRKYILMAZ, REFUGEE COUNCIL OF LOWER SAXONY
Independent, state-wide human rights organization that advocates for a refugee policy characterized by openness and humanity and promotes a Europe of human rights, refugee protection and solidarity.
More about the organization: Refugee Council of Lower Saxony (nds-fluerat.org)
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Participation in the event is free of charge, as are the drinks provided. Due to the limited number of seats and for better planning, we ask that tickets be canceled in good time if participation is not possible