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 introduction
o Foreword by the Minister of Integration and the Managing Director
of the Austrian Integration Fund
o Introductory words of the expert group
 introduction
o General information
o History and effects on the present
 Importance of language an d in o Education
o introduction
o language
o Vocational training in Austria teaching
o adult education
o Rights & Duties
 Working world and economy
o introduction
o Different forms of work
o insurance
o Equal rights and equal treatment in the world of work
o handling money
 health
o introduction
o General information
o emergency numbers
o health care
 Living and neighborhood
o introduction
o House rule
o Rest and sleep
o waste disposal
o Informal rules of neighboring law
 Principles of living together - legal integration
o introduction
o Human dignity - through fundamental and human rights
o Freedom - through rights of freedom, responsibility and solidarity
o Security - through the distribution of power, democracy and the rule of law
 Diversity of living together - cultural integration
o introduction
o Relationship between religion and state
o religions
o Family and living together
o Nonviolent family life
o Volunteering
o Intercultural encounter
  INTRODUCTION

o For life in Austria it is necessary to be able to orientate oneself in the country.

o For the good coexistence in Austria some information about the history of Austria
are very useful.

 General information

Austria is a democratic federal state and a parliamentary republic.

o Austria is almost 84,000 km2.

o Population: approx. 8.5 million
o Nine states with one state capital each
o Austria has eight neighboring countries.
o Austria is a member of the European Union (EU).
o The most important language and state language is German.
o The currency is the Euro (€).

AUSTRIA CONSISTS OF NINE FEDERAL COUNTRIES

 History and effects on the present

Note: The following chapter gives a very brief insight into selected periods of Austrian
history. The focus is on the Second World War and its consequences for Austria. This example is
intended to understand that in the past Austria has had many painful experiences that people in
Austria are aware of until today. However, the chapter also explains the consequences Austria has
drawn from this dark past: namely to establish a peaceful, free and democratic Austria after the
Second World War and to preserve it at all costs for the future.

Tip:
If you want to get more information on the history, look for
example www.staatsDuerg e rscnart.gv.at .
For centuries, there have been many wars and reforms in Europe. One struggled for land, for
economic influence, belief, freedom, civil rights etc. Democratic freedoms and the high standard
of human rights are the result of a long history process. Today we rewarding lives in Austria
men sc in freedom and security. But that was not the case for a long time. For this reason,
freedom and security are of particular importance to the people of Austria. Both should be
preserved and preserved for the future. Every person living in Austria has to contribute to it.

But in the 20th century there were two major world wars, most of them in Europe. In World War
II (1939-1945) Austria was part of Nazi Germany. The name "Austria" did not exist during the
time of National Socialism. The state "Austria" no longer existed. In Nazi Germany, the dictator
Adolf Hitler ruled during this time. Under Rudolf Hitler, certain groups of people were
systematically persecuted and murdered. These included other Jews, Roma and Sinti. Members
of the Slovene and Czech minorities, supporters and political opponents of National
Socialism. Millions of people have become victims of this dictatorship and died. At that time,
many Austrians and Austrians unfortunately supported Adolf Hitler. This is by far the darkest
chapter in the history of our country.

 The prohibition law

Because of these terrible events that s originate Prohibition Act applies in Austria today. The law
prohibits the attempt to revive one of the National Socialist organizations (NSDAP, SS, SA
etc.) Building or somehow to push for their goals. Also, organizations that have this structure, the
goal is prohibited. Moreover, It is forbidden (especially in press and radio) to call for the purposes
of such organizations. It is also forbidden to downplay or deny National Socialist crimes. The
prohibition law is intended to prevent a repetition of the National Socialist reign of terror. Above
all, the trivialization of the crimes under Adolf Hitler is seen as a first step towards similar or worse
events, which one must prevent from the beginning. The prohibition law should ensure that this
inhuman ideology does not spread again.

1945 capitulated Nazi Germany. The victors in World War II were the US, Britain, France and the
Soviet Union. Austria was divided between 1945 and 1955 by the US, Britain, France and the
Soviet Union in four occupation zones. But there were already democratic elections. Austria did
not gain full freedom until 1955. Then Austria became an independent, neutral state. After the war,
many people did not have one
Apartment and no work. There was little to eat. The country was destroyed by the war.

The people in Austria have the country with a lot of work, diligence and effort again built. Slowly,
people were also economically better. Many now believed in the future of
Austria. Today, people feel again as Austrians.
Austria's economic success also meant that many people moved from the countryside to the
city. And many workers came to Austria from abroad. Modern companies, industrial companies
and companies have emerged. The good economy will be borne by hard-working women and men
in Austria. Among them are many immigrants who make an important contribution to the
prosperity of Austria.
Around 8.5 million people live in Austria. Of them are around 1, 5 milli ons in another country
born. In other words, every sixth inhabitant of Austria is a migrant or immigrant. It shows how
international and diverse Austria has become.

The bad experiences from history have changed Austria. They must not happen again. Austria has
learned from its history. Therefore, the following principles are particularly important and not
negotiable for the people of Austria today. Every person living in Austria has to contribute:

Get peace
Maintaining fundamental and human rights (see page 9 and pages 53 and 54)
Preserve democratic and constitutional structures and comply with the Constitution and laws
Contribute to political and economic stability
Education, health and social system
Handle natural resources and nature carefully

All citizens in Austria work to ensure that these principles are upheld. Everyone has the
responsibility for this and everyone should contribute to ensuring a good long-term
coexistence. This applies regardless of the origin, language, religion or culture of the people living
here. Only when all of them make use of their opportunities can the positive coexistence in Austria
be secured.

VALUE OF LANGUAGE AND BUILDING

o Learning German is absolutely necessary to find a job in Austria and to find your way
around everyday life.
o In Austria, there are good opportunities to educate, ie to learn and acquire
qualifications. The education system is open to all. The state of Austria finances this
education to a large extent.
o Education is very important for the people of Austria. Women receive the same education
as men in Austria.
o Children have to go to school in Austria. Parents take care that the children attend school
and support them as they progress through school.

 introduction
Education is very important for the Austrians. Every woman and every man gets a good education
in Austria. It does not matter how old you are, where you come from or how much money you
have. Everyone has the same opportunities here. The state of Austria finances Austrian public
schools.

Good education helps to live a good life. With a good education, you learn to think about important
questions. You also learn to deal openly, critically and curiously with backgrounds and contexts.
His qualifications should then also be used in the world of work. This applies to all: women and
men, no matter where they come from and how much money they have. Every person should use
what he can as well as possible in the job market.

Only if as many people as possible work in Austria and pay taxes and levies can the education
system stay as good as it is. Then our children can also benefit from a good education.

The education system has very clear rules and obligations for everyone. For example, there is a
compulsory kindergarten and compulsory education, which means that children of a certain age
have to go to kindergarten and to school. In school, there are also rules that all children must know
and follow: the so-called school regulations. If you stick to these rules and duties, you will have
good chances in your daily life and in your professional life.

In the Austrian education system, as in all other spheres of life too, women and men are equal. In
Austria, it goes without saying that women are kindergarten teachers or university professors
or hold otherimportant positions in the education system.

 language

The official language in Austria is German. That means that one uses German m dealing with
others. Above all, German is needed in the public sector (eg at school, at the doctor's and at the
authorities). Therefore, it is very important to learn German quickly and well.

It helps to attend a German course. The best way to learn the language, if one speaks a lot with
other people in Austria and thus practices. The fear that one does not speak the language well
enough or makes mistakes is unfounded. Because many people will be patient because they see
that they make an effort.

Tip:
You can also practice German yourself. For example, on the Internet
page sprachportal.integrationsfonds.at of the Austrian Integration Fund.
Learning is very important for the people in Austria. This does not just happen at school. You can
always and everywhere learn, also in the family, with friends and also when you are older.

 Vocational training in Austria: teaching

In teaching, young people learn a certain profession and attend a vocational school at the same
time. At the end of the lesson they make a Che f ung (the final examination). If you have an
apprenticeship, you are a skilled worker. (You can also say journeyman or companion.) A lesson
lasts 2 to 4 years. Teaching can begin after the end of compulsory education (ie at the age of
15). There are about 250 different apprenticeships.

 Teaching professions are for example:

Chef / cook
Baker / baker
Baker / baker
Joiner / carpenter
Mechatronics engineer / mechatronics engineer (combination of mechanics and electronics)
Retail merchant / Retail Sales
Maurer / Maurerin

On www.berufskompass.at find a list of apprenticeships.

 adult education
Not only children and young people can form in Austria. Even for adults, there are many ways to
learn something. There are not only language courses. Adults can, for example, make up for school
leaving qualifications when they have already entered working life. There are many public and
private agencies where they can do that. Austria has a great offer for all people who want to learn
something. Everyone should use these opportunities and make the most of their lives. You are
responsible for that yourself.

 Right duties
 Kindergarten Mandatory

Education begins in Austria before school. All children between the ages of 5 and 6 must attend
kindergarten in Austria for one year. Most children under 5 years already go to kindergarten,
thus Mothers and fathers can exercise a job again soon, there are facilities where even very small
children are well looked after. For example, in nurseries or in so-called n
day their parents. Children can visit very early to kindergarten in Austria. Kindergarten is the first
educational institution in Austria. From the age of 5, the children have to attend compulsory
kindergarten. However, there are many benefits for the children if they attend a kindergarten
before. Through the contact with the educators and the other children, they quickly learn German
and make friends.
Tip:
Many kindergartens have special programs for your children to learn German well. Please ask in
your kindergarten. The kindergarten teachers can also tell you how to help your child learn German
Can.

 compulsory school attendance

In Austria, there is a compulsory education. Children have to attend school for 9 years. This
applies to all children aged between 6 and 15, regardless of whether they are girls or boys. In
Austria, girls and boys are generally taught together in one class.

If children do not go to school or kindergarten, there are serious legal consequences. There are
clear penalties for this.
  Mitwirk ungspfli c ht

Parents need to work with the school and the kindergarten so that their children can get a good
education.There are parent evenings in kindergarten and school. Parents 'participation in school
events, such as parents' evenings, is important as it allows them to talk to the educators and get to
know other parents.

Tip:

You should go to the parents' evening, even if you still cannot speak perfect German. It is important
that you get to know your child's teachers or kindergarten teachers and kindergarten teachers. The
educators wish and expect that you will get involved in the education of your child and help with
it.

Tip:

Talk to the kindergarten teachers and kindergarten teachers and teachers yourself. Do not let your
child translate the conversation. If you do not understand something, you can ask. The
kindergarten teachers and kindergarten teachers and teachers are happy to help.

 Equal education for men and women

Girls and boys have the same rights and obligations in the education system in Austria. You can
go to the same schools and learn any profession that interests you. Of course, women can also take
any degree course at the university. "girls and boys are generally taught in Austria together in a
class. Of course, this also means that girls and boys have to attend all school subjects (for example
mathematics, German, but also physical education). An exception is the religious education. This
one can choose according to the religion of the child. Religious or cultural beliefs of parents are
not a reason to prohibit children from taking part in school subjects and school activities (for
example, swimming lessons as part of physical education classes).

 Recognition of qualifications acquired abroad

Many refugees have visited a school or learned a profession in their country of origin. So, you
already bring qualifications to Austria. With their qualifications and their work performance, they
contribute to a functioning economy in Austria.

Tip:

You cannot automatically do all professions in Austria. Find out which professions are recognized
in Austria and do not swear, Take a look at : www.berufsanerkennung.at

WORK WORLD AND ECONOMY

An important goal of integration is to be able to economically provide for themselves
and do not requirefinancial assistance from the state.

In order to be able to sustain oneself financially, it is necessary to be active and to actively use its
competences.

In Austria, all employees and all employers are assessed on their performance.

 introduction

It is important to understand that Austria's economy and social system have grown slowly. This
was hard work and the commitment of many Generations of citizens necessary. Austria is trying.

To keep the economic and social standard and where possible even improve. The contribution of
each and every one of us is indispensable.

In the Austrian labor market the performance is in the foreground. It does not matter where you
come from, what religion you have or how old you are. It does not matter what gender you
have. What counts is only the own contribution that each individual woman and man makes.

It is an essential goal of Austria to provide equal and equitable opportunities for all people.

Austria has a social market economy. Here, social justice and social balance are
important. Performance makes solidarity possible.
This state system works only when everyone who can work, work and money into the system. This
means: In Austria, all working people have to pay taxes and duties. Taxes and duties enable the
state to fulfill its tasks. The state spends a lot of money on this, for example for kindergartens,
schools, hospitals or even for security in Austria. How much tax you have to pay depends on the
amount of income. So, taxes and duties are a prerequisite for the system to work. Should one get
into an emergency situation? Get help from the state.

For a successful integration, it is necessary that you for yourself Can worry and does not need help
from the state. All people who acquire new qualifications with the help of the state also have a
responsibility: they should use their qualifications in the labor market. The help that they received
from the state can be given back - for the good of society.

In the Austrian labor market, any discrimination is prohibited. Everyone has to accept that. Both
the majority population and the people who come to Austria.

 Different forms of work

In Austria, there are different types of work. The two biggest distinctions are: self-employment
and non-self-employment.
If you do not work independently, you have a supervisor or supervisor. (You can also say employer
or employer.) The working person is the employee. Employer and employee have an employment
contract. It lists the rights and obligations of the employer and the employee. For example, how
many hours you have to work per week or how many days off did the employee or the
employee. The work seasons can vary and are also regulated in the employment contract. If you
work, you have to pay taxes and duties. If you do not work independently, the taxes are deducted
directly from the salary.

If you work independently, there are several options: You either have to register a trade or you get
the income of work contracts or fee notes.

Important: If you work independently, you have to assure yourself. You also have to tax your
income yourself. You have to know that because the tax office can demand taxes many years later
if you have not paid them.

There is a gross salary and a net salary. The net salary is what is actually left after taxes and social
security have been deducted. The social insurance consists of health insurance, accident insurance,
unemployment insurance and pension insurance.

If you lose your job after a certain amount of time, you get financial help from the state. Thus, the
state secures the financial basis of life for the time in which one finds no new work. However, the
prerequisite is that you do everything possible to find a job as soon as possible. The Public
Employment Service (AMS) helps to find a new job. You definitely have to work well together
with the AMS.

Even people who have fled and have not yet paid into the Austrian social system, get financial
help from the state. However, it must be clear that the person wants to work quickly.

 insurance

Compulsory insurance is the basis for the system of Austrian social security. This means that under
certain conditions, an insurance relationship is created by law.

There are several institutions that insure people. Where to insure is regulated by law. How much
you have to pay does not depend on whether you are healthy or ill. The amount of the amount
depends on the amount of income.

The Austrian Social applies the principle of solidarity. This means that every person gets the same
benefits. It does not matter if you have paid much or little money into the system.

 Equal rights and equal treatment in the world of work

In Austria women and men also have the same fencing in working life. They have the same access
to education, training and careers. It is therefore quite natural in Austria that women also hold
management positions or other important positions. Many women are superiors and can be the
boss at work or the teacher at school.

Austria expects everyone to accept this equality and to allow respectful cooperation through their
own behavior. This applies to every person, no matter which country you come from, what religion
or political opinion you have. In Austria, you cannot be discriminated against if you are looking
for a job or already have a job.

This means that it does not matter where you come from. Important are the qualifications and the
will to perform.

 handling money

The currency in Austria is the euro. In Austria, you can pay in cash (with banknotes and coins) or
you can pay cashless (eg with debit card or credit card).

If you pay cash, you get a receipt. (You can also give a bill.) On this bill, you can see what you
bought when and where.

You have to have an account with a bank. Employers often require an account to which they can
remit their wages or salary.

HEALTH

Austria has a very good health system that only works if people work in Austria and use their taxes
and dues to finance this system.

The first contact person / The first contact person in the health system is usually the general
practitioner in Austria. It is important to familiarize yourself with the healthcare system.

It is important to take responsibility for one's own health and to go regularly to check-ups.
  introduction

In the health system, people are always in the foreground. All people receive a good medical
treatment in Austria. It is not important where they come from, what religion they have, what
financial resources they have or how old she s ind. It does not matter if they are men or
women. Everyone gets the same help.

Of course, good medical treatment costs money. The pay all people who work in Austria and pay
taxes and fees. That is why it is important that all able-bodied people work in Austria. So, the
system can continue to work.

Care should be taken carefully with the offers of the health system and also with your own
health. Because every man and woman is responsible for their own health and can do a lot for it.

The doctors and all other people working in the health sector got this job because of their good
qualifications. Whether it's women or men or what religion they have is not important. Patients
therefore have to treat them with respect.

German is always important, especially where health is concerned. You always have to be able to
tell doctors exactly what symptoms you have. That is the only way they can really help.

 General information

In Austria, there are very good hospitals. If you are sick, you go over a usually first to a general
practitioner or a general practitioner. (You can also say family doctor or family doctor.) You can
help very often and advise very well. If necessary, they are referred to so-called specialists or to
the hospital. The hospital should only go in an emergency. The emergency rooms are otherwise
too busy and all have to wait too l bethere. Emergency outpatient clinics are for people who really
need help urgently and quickly in emergency situations. In addition, family doctors are often much
closer to home than the nearest hospital.

For a doctor visit you need a health insurance and an e-card. The e-card you get from the social
security. You can also order them there. It will be sent by mail. The e-card may only be used by
the person to whom it is issued. On the e-card, the personal data are stored, the e-card
cannot be transferred, even if you want Family related or friends in order to help. When visiting a
doctor or in the hospital, you must always bring and show the e-card. The e-card stores all data
that the doctor needs.

You should also take a photo ID for a visit to the doctor. The e-card proves that you are personally
insured. The doctor can then bill the treatment with the insurance in this way. Only sometimes you
also have to pay for certain examinations yourself.

Tip:
Patients as well as patients need v iel rest, so they quickly get well. This must be respected by
visitors to Austrian hospitals. Therefore, there are fixed times when you can visit patients in the
hospital: the so-called visit times. First, ask about visiting hours if you want to visit relatives or
friends in the hospital or if you want to be visited as a patient. You should always remember
that. That many patients in the hospital wish for and need rest. Often, they feel disturbed when
many people visit at the same time.

The doctor writes a prescription if you need medication. With this recipe, you can pick up the
medication in every pharmacy. For medicines, you have to pay a contribution in Austria.

 emergency numbers

Tip:

Sometimes you come into an emergency yourself or someone else needs urgent help. Help!

It is important to be courageous and to help other people, that is moral courage. that is civil
courage. In an emergency call the following numbers: These numbers are free throughout
Austria. The emergency numbers are dialed without area code. You can also call them from a
public telephone booth without money. This also works from a mobile phone with no credit.

Rescue: 144
Police: 133
Fire Department: 122
Frauennotruf: - 0800 222 S55

 health care

Health care is very important in Austria. In Austria, you can go to a "check-up" once a year. At
the check-up, the doctor can early health problems

Recognize. But also to other investigations all women and men should go regularly. So, fast help
is possible even before you get a serious illness. Prevention is therefore also a high value in
Austria.

In addition, there is the possibility for pregnant women and children until school entry, so-called
"mother-child-pass examinations" to make. The aim of these examinations is to ensure a smooth
pregnancy and a healthy development of the child.
Tip:

Ask your family doctor or your family doctor about which examinations you should do
regularly. Find out for example on the following homepage, which possibilities exist, in order to
live well:

https://www.bmgf.gv.at/home/Schwerpunkte/Gsundheitsfoerderung_Praevention/

LIVING UN NEIGHBORHOOD

For a good coexistence, all neighbors must take each other into consideration and comply with the
rules.

Many neighbors help each other in everyday life, which contributes to a good relationship in the
neighborhood and shows that you care about your fellow human beings.

 introduction

In Austria, there are different possibilities to live. The living situation is different. For example, if
you rent an apartment or a room in a shared flat, you pay the owner a certain amount of money
each month. There is also the possibility to buy an apartment or a house - then you have acquired
property.

Some people have very little money and therefore have problems paying for an apartment. The
state provides financial help to these people under certain conditions.

 House rule

In a residential complex, many different people live together. Everyone has to help to make life
together. A good co-existence is possible only when one takes into consideration the neighbors
and treated them with respect.

Rules for living together in a residence standing in the house rules. This is followed by all
residents. Those who do not know where you can read the house rules, can ask for the property
management of the condominium after that. The property manager will certainly be happy to send
the house rules. AlsoLeases often rules for living together in the living area. A lease is an
agreement (usually in writing) between landlord or landlady and tenant or tenant about the rental
property and the amount of money which the tenant or the tenant to the owner or the rent for the
use of the leased premises to the landlord or the landlord to pay has (also called "rent").

Here are a few examples of rules that are in a house rules:

o After 22:00 must not hear loud TV or music. This could disturb the neighbors. If this is not
met, the police can be called.

o Some areas in the condominium are common areas, so as to all persons (eg the staircase,
the attic, the yard, etc.). One should always think of the other residents and keep these areas
clean.

o Ifone breaks something at the house, then you shall be liable for it. This means you have
to pay the damage.

o Bicycles, furniture or other things cannot make the transition to. Gasoline vehicles
(mopeds, motorcycles) we must not store in the basement or in the stairwell. This is
important. If there is a fire, all individuals must be able to escape quickly from the house.

o Smoking is prohibited in public areas.

o Insome residences pets are allowed. Which is then in the lease or house rules. In Austria,
many people have at home a dog, cat or other pets. The owner or the owner of an animal can
go to the police if someone hurt the animal or mistreated. Conversely, also the owner or the
owner of an animal must take care that his / her animals do not disturb the neighbors and
neighbors. Even animals that belong to no one, must not be violated or mistreated.

o For grilling, there are rules. One has to find out whether you can barbecue on the balcony
or in the garden in advance. If grilling is allowed, but one must also take into account the
neighbors and neighbors.

 Rest and sleep

In Austria, there are rest periods and night. During these times, it is not allowed to disturb the other
people with noisy activities. The night's sleep usually lasts 22:00 to 6:00. Rest periods 20:00 to
10:00 p.m., and from 6 am to 7 or 8 o'clock. should not be noisy even at these times you. On
Sundays and public holidays have to comply with the rest throughout the day. We must not do
anything that might disturb the neighbors and neighbors from noise.

Tip:

Maybe sometimes guests come to you. Then there is sometimes a bit louder. If you behaved a lot
of visitors, you should plan in advance. You should go with its neighbors and inform them. Then
they know it and are not surprised by the noise.
  waste disposal

In Austria, the public space by all must be kept clean and must not be contaminated. If this is not
followed, you have to expect quite borrowed consequences. Even the garbage is not disposed in a
common garbage can. Garbage must be separated. Paper, glass, plastic and metal arrive in other
than tons of domestic waste. All garbage cans which are in the residential complex or very close.
Can you take care of the common passages in the house? Here one should not place any things and
keep everything clean. Great things such as sofas, mattresses and boxes may not in the household
waste. This is "garbage". You have to bring these great things to special waste disposal sites.

If all her make a contribution, we keep our environment clean and can also save resources. Much
garbage can be reused namely, if you separate it properly.

 Informal rules the neighborhood

Not all rules are in the House Rules. There are other things you can do for a good
coexistence. When you meet neighbors and neighbors in the garden, on the street or in the house,
it is respectful when you greet each other or just talking to each other.

Very important for coexistence with neighbors and neighbors into consideration. One should take
with children considerate of other people in the house, especially old people and families. These
people need as often the lift. They should therefore be going ahead if this urgent need him at the
moment than you.

PRINCIPLES OF LIFE TOGETHER LEGAL INTEGRATION

o Austria has rules and principles for living together. The basis for the Austrian Federal
Constitution.

o All must respect these principles and comply.

o Any violation of these principles is not accepted in Austria.

 introduction

There are clear rules and principles that form the basis for living together in Austria. These rules
guarantee a life of human dignity, freedom and security. All must therefore respect, recognize and
comply with these rules and principles.

Human dignity requires that one brings to others the same respect and the same fairness, which is
also called by others to expect yourself.
Freedom works only if one also assumes responsibility and even do something for society. This is
what makes a society in solidarity.

Safety requires that you follow the laws. Laws are made for safety. One can assume that they are
fair. They benefit people. In a democracy, the right comes from the people. All state bodies and
authorities may act only on the basis of the laws.

 Human dignity through basic and human rights

Every person is equal in human dignity. The dignity of a human being regardless of gender, age,
education, religion, origin or appearance. It applies not only in dealing with other people, but also
the state must respect human dignity.
In Austria, many laws fundamental and human rights are, first and foremost. The laws guarantee
that every single human being has equal value and is treated with human dignity. Those who do
not abide by the law can get a penalty or must reckon with a different legal consequence.

Examples of fundamental and human rights:

o Protect the lives of people

The state protects the lives of everyone. The police, the military and other government
organizations are no threat to the righteous citizens. You must protect at all times our lives. That's
their job. Therefore, no one in Austria has to fear for his life.

o Torture is prohibited

The torture of people is prohibited. Even if people get a penalty, the penalty must not be
inhumane. People must be treated with dignity anyway. This is especially important in prisons or
police operations. The police must always apply only an appropriate and necessary level of
violence in operations. Both physically and mentally. We must not return to a country where they
face torture or inhuman and degrading treatment and humans.

o Protection of property

It is not permitted that human beings is their property taken away. This right there are very few
and law precisely controlled exceptions.

o Women and men have equal rights

Women and men have the same rights and obligations in Austria. Women as well as men can have
a job, go alone on the road, meeting friends or girlfriends, start a relationship or quit, go alone car
etc. Women need for this and all other life choices permission of a man. This is normal and of
course in Austria. Married men are not. Patriarch ". This means that the man is not alone
decide d arf what do the individual members of the family or not have done that. The decisions of
adult family members (his own wife, mother, etc.) must be respected. They have the same number
of rights as men. Of course, also have Children and adolescent’s rights, such as on adequate supply
of healthy food, to housing and living room, on education and care etc. violence against children,
young people and other family members is strictly prohibited and will be punished.

 Freedom - through freedom rights, responsibility and solidarity

In Austria, all people have the personal freedom to decide on the organization of their life
itself. You decide within the legal possibilities, for example, even about their profession, their
religion, their views, their residence, their family life, their studies etc. The state cannot
decide. The state protects these many freedoms even actively, in addition he is bound by the
fundamental and human rights.

 Freedom of expression - one of many rights

In Austria, the opinion of citizens has a lot of space. This opinion should also provoke and shock
here. For people who are their opinion through newspapers, movies, painting, theater, graphic
design, etc. express are there a lot of freedom in Austria. In the area of media freedom of
expression applies. The media are not controlled in Austria by the state. But still everything is not
allowed. There is also a limit to the freedom of expression.

Therefore, one must distinguish: The law may allow some or prohibit what I do not like personally,
or what is against my religious or cultural opinion. Nevertheless, always applies the law in
Austria. The Prohibition Act (see section introduction) is an example of a legal limit.

The freedom to decide on your own life, but also has its limits. Freedom is also with mutual
responsibility and commitment of the people connected. The cohesion of the citizens in Austria
and mutual assistance for young and old, sick and weak, or a warmth People: That makes Austria
a society in which there is mutual aid and solidarity. But this is only possible if people are willing
to pay something for it.

Examples of solidarity through responsibility

o The goal of the public-school system is that all have the same opportunities. The public-
school system is financed by the state. This is possible because all people work and pay taxes
and fees. All work with, so that children and young people get a good education.

o Workers and employers finance the Austrian system of social insurance with their
contributions. With this money, pensions and medical care will be paid for the
population. The goal is social security for all.

Security - by distribution of power, democracy and the rule of law

Distribution of power
o Security in Austria is guaranteed by the state. The state power is clearly distributed in
Austria. This is important so that a certain person or a certain place does not get too much
power and this not power abused. Certain institutions (parliaments federal and country)
make Gesetze. The implementation and enforcement of laws is not with them but with other
institutions (authorities). The state institutions are rolling each other. This distribution of
state power in various institutions (parliaments, governments and courts) provides security
to citizens. This arbitrary decision be prevented and secured before the law of human dignity,
freedom and equality.

o Certain equipment check (courts) whether the laws violated, for example, against human
rights. Or check whether the authorities have really acted as required by law.

Democracy - the law is made by the people

o Law does not make a person in Austria. In Austria, there is no person who is so powerful
that it decides on the life of a man or of all people. In Austria, laws created
by peaceful discussion and vote. That's what people who are elected by the people. That
makes Austria a democracy.

o All Austrian citizens and citizens may choose from the age of 16 years. This is called right
to vote. It is important: each given ballot counts equally. It may only be chosen personally.
is chosen always secret, that is, that the name of the voter or the voter will not appear on the
ballot and no one knows who voted. Nobody can be forced in Austria to choose a particular
person or party. Each and every one decides who he or she chooses.

o but participation and participation is not just to make his voice in elections. Democracy is
much more than that, namely the active participation of all areas of life that affect a human
or interest. So self-determination in a democracy is the participation. Democracy is based on
participation and thrives on Join the conversation, join in, Shaping, contributing to decisions
and share responsibility.

constitutional state

o The state and all the people in this country have to abide by the laws. Personal settings are
no justification for not following Austrian legislation. For the laws apply to all people
equally and the rights of the people protected the same. All meet, so by the same
rules, judged the specific life situations in which they are to be considered.

o Basis and limit all government action is the law and the equality of all people before this.
Because authorities execute the laws, they must, like all citizens, respect the law. Authorities
may for their services in Austria neither money nor take other services from citizens if they
are not expressly provided for by the legal system. In turn, citizens must not try to bribe the
government with money or other benefits. This is strictly prohibited. Those who do not mind
must expect legal consequences.
 o The police can only act on the basis of laws. It protects the citizens and helps in dangerous
situations. In Austria, the people the police trust because it operates for security in Austria.

o Anyone who believes that a public authority or a private individual has rights violated can
go to court. The courts check whether the authority has complied with the law. Courts may
also decide certain disputes between individuals.

o In Austria, the vigilante is prohibited.

We must not punish yourself another person if it has
violated the law. Even friends or relatives are not allowed to punish the person who has
broken the law. This task has only the state. Only the state may punish.

o In addition to the division of state power and the use of the police, it needs more people
who stand up for human dignity, freedom and security. It takes conflict culture - that is, the
willingness to address conflicts without violence within the law to enter the other for their
own rights and the rights. Even if one feared disadvantages. This is genuine moral
courage. When the all do much good for society in Austria can be effected.

DISTRIBUTION OF STATE POWER

DIVERSITY OF LIVING TOGETHER CULTURAL INTEGRATION

o Every person can live their own lives in Austria (beliefs, traditions, interests, sexuality) as
he wants to. But he must not violate the law.

o All
must respect that another man determines his own life itself, and even who lives as he
wants to live.

o Thereare rules for living together with other people for life in the family and social
encounters. These rules must be respected.

 introduction
In Austria, every person can live the way he wants to live. Everyone has a different plan of life
because each person is different Every woman and every man can have its own personal faith and
live their own cultural traditions. And every woman and every man can have personal and
individual interests and live. The state protects individual freedom of every human being. But what
is important: This freedom all people only within the law. No one may thereby act against the
law! Anyone can live as he wants. But only as long as it does not by law is prohibited.

We humans must respect diversity. All must respect it when another person has a different
religious, cultural or moral idea for their own lives, even if we do not like this way of life.

No one may compel another person to something. Each and every one must decide what he or she
does or does not do. Therefore, no other person may say, how they must live. Only the state law
determines what is permitted or forbidden. No doctrine, usually writing or idea is about this state
law! Every person in Austria must know this and act accordingly.

 Relationship between religion and state

If the state, so agencies and authorities act, they act according to the law. They do not act according
to the rules, writings or ideas of a religion.

Austria is open to different religions. Many religious communities can exist in Austria in security
and freedom. The State recognizes and promotes religious communities, provided that certain
conditions are met. The religious communities then have responsibility in society. but you need to
combine this responsibility with the individual liberty of the people.

A legally recognized religious community has the right to religious education in public
schools. Lessons paid by the state with tax money. In religious education, religious content are
presented and discussed in the light of humanity, solidarity, peace and justice, openness and
tolerance.

 religions

In Austria, every person must choose his religion itself, publicly perform, conceal or give up. From
the age of 14 years, one can decide for or against a religion itself. Religion must be change. It is
also allowed to have no religion or withdraw from a religious community.

The company in Austria is not separated into "believers" or "infidels." In Austria, people who all
have the same rights and duties live. Each person can decide individually in their own life for or
against faith.

 Family and cohabitation

The family is very important for the state. In Austria, there are various models of coexistence.
Very often life husband and wife with a child or several children together and are married. But
there are communities without children. There are also people who are not married and have
children together. There are people who are remarried divorced or with other partners or partners.
And there are communities between man and man or woman and woman. There are also forms of
living with only one parent (about solitary zie rising mothers), or families with children who come
from a previous relationship. In Austria, there are not so often extended families, where all live
together in a house.

Each person must decide how he wants to live himself. You can get married or not. The husband
or wife each and every one even gets to choose. One must also decide whether you want to have
children or not and how many children you want to have themselves.

 Non-violent family life

In a family, it should go well the children. They should be learning all the important rules for life
and encouraged. They should get everything they need to live. The law prohibits physical or
psychological violence against children or other people in the family. Domestic violence is
prohibited by law strictly. Who inflicts violence his children, gets a penalty. In the worst case the
state can parents take away the children. Also, violence against women will be severely punished.

 volunteering

In Austria, there are many clubs and organizations. They do much good for all of us. Many people
work in their spare time for these clubs and organizations. Whether at the volunteer fire
department, the Red Cross, in sports clubs in charitable organizations, etc., each and every one can
get involved and so interesting people to meet, make friends and work together for something
important. Without these clubs and organizations, many things might not work as well in
Austria. We need the people who make such work, very much to our coexistence. They work for
all of us.

Tip :

The volunteer work in a club can help you get to know people in Austria. You can also consolidate
your knowledge of German and improve.
  intercultural encounter

In Austria, people from different countries and cultures. When people meet, they may have other
little differences with each other in other talk. In Austria, there are certain habits that most meet
people. When you recognize these habits, and learn Misconceptions cannot easily happen.

Here are some examples of situations where there may be cultural misunderstandings find. For
example, in Austria What's "be on time"? How can you be loud if you are among other people?

In Austria, people normally adopt the welcoming and when leaving the hand. Even when you meet
new people, it gives each person even shake hands. That's polite. You look at the person while in
the eyes.

Very often you make an appointment for a specific time. Sometimes you cannot come in time for
this agreed date. It is customary that you call and the other person about the delay informed. The
person who has to wait, then know what happened. It is pleased that you respectful of their time.

When you meet friends, friends and acquaintances in public, of course you want to talk, laugh and
talk with them. This is completely normal. Speaking on the telephone, and one should not too
loud. One should also not loud listening to music (for example, the smartphone). This could disturb
people in the neighborhood.

There are places that are there for all people: parks, roads, public transport. These places should
be kept clean and leave no mess. We having to think about the other people and take care of our
common environment.

Tip :

There are many examples. It's best to ask your colleagues or Austrian girlfriends and friends. They
will help you safely. If you know a lot about everyday habits in cohabitation, not happen so many
misunderstandings.

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