We research racism in Germany

The National Monitoring of Discrimination and Racism (NaDiRa) examines the causes, extent and consequences of racism in Germany.

New NaDiRa Monitoring Report

A deepening decline, fragile confidence

The 2026 Monitoring Report examines racist attitudes as well as direct and indirect experiences of discrimination and racism in Germany.

See the results

Federal Press Conference

Presentation of the 2026 Monitoring Report

On March 19, 2026, the 2026 Monitoring Report was presented at the Federal Press Conference by DeZIM Director Prof. Dr. Frank Kalter and Study Director Tae Jun Kim. Ferda Ataman, the Federal Anti-Discrimination Commissioner, commented on the report.

Report

Germany’s housing market: unequal access, widespread discrimination

DW reports on a new NaDiRa study finding widespread racism in Germany’s housing market. Black and Muslim people face particular disadvantage, while foreign-sounding names can already lower the chances of securing an apartment viewing.

Focus topic

Housing

Housing is a basic existential need and offers protection, stability, dignity and social participation. At the same time, housing in Germany is scarce and unequally distributed.