Alarming Rise in Discrimination and Hate at Munich Schools
Munich, Bavaria, Germany – The number of reported incidents of discrimination, right-wing extremism, and hate at schools in Munich has significantly increased. According to the monitoring report for 2025 from the Contact Point for Discrimination and Right-Wing Hate at Munich Schools, a total of 154 such incidents were registered last year. This represents an increase of approximately 21 percent compared to the previous year.
Racism Remains a Major Problem
Racism continues to be the most pressing issue by a significant margin. In 66 percent of the cases – amounting to 94 reports – racist discrimination played a central role, as stated in a press release from the City of Munich. A notable development is also the doubling of reports with sexist content, which now stand at 22 registered cases compared to the previous year.
Increase in Right-Wing Incidents
The number of right-wing incidents at educational institutions has also risen, according to the city. For the 2025 reporting year, 58 right-wing incidents were reported. These include swastika graffiti, Hitler salutes, and the placement of far-right stickers. Additionally, in May 2025, several Munich schools were targeted by banner and flyer campaigns orchestrated by the far-right “Identitarian Movement.”
Legal Consequences for Nearly a Third of Incidents
Many of these incidents have legal ramifications. Nearly a third of all reported cases were initially assessed as criminally relevant. According to the City of Munich, these most frequently involved insults, property damage, incitement to hatred, and the use of symbols of unconstitutional and terrorist organizations.
Official Response and Prevention Efforts
Munich’s Mayor, Dominik Krause, emphasized that racism, discrimination, and right-wing hate should have no place in public spaces or schools. “Young people, especially, must experience that misanthropic ideologies are clearly named and consistently opposed,” said Krause. City School Councillor Florian Kraus highlighted the importance of schools as central places for democratic learning. He noted that the monitoring report helps to identify problematic developments early on and supports schools in prevention and protecting those affected.
Approximately 40 percent of the reports were submitted via an online form, which also allows for anonymous submissions. The Contact Point for Discrimination and Right-Wing Hate at Munich Schools was established by the city council in December 2020. It serves as a counseling center for school staff and a confidential point of contact for affected members of the school community in dealing with misanthropic and right-wing incidents and discrimination.
