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[Translate to Englisch:] Quelle: PM Hoffmann

kontakt. - Far-right extremism in sport

Through the ‘kontakt.’ project, the dsj is actively combating ultra-nationalist and far-right movements in the sporting world
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kontakt. - ultranationalist and far-right movements in the sporting world

[Translate to Englisch:] Schiedsrichterin in Sportkleidung geht, Fußballspieler in rotem Trikot hebt Arme, Hand mit Hörnerzeichen im Vordergrund, Menschenmenge im Hintergrund
Quelle: PM Hoffmann

With its new project, *kontakt.*, the German Sports Youth (dsj) will, from 2025 onwards, actively combat ultra-nationalist and far-right movements within the sporting community. Sport stands for fairness, solidarity and diversity – yet far-right groups deliberately use sport as a recruitment ground – including within migrant communities.

‘kontakt.’ raises awareness of these developments and aims to fill the gap left by a lack of analysis and strategies in order to counteract this trend.

[Translate to Englisch:] Logo Projekt kontakt. - ultranationalistische und rechtsextreme Bewegungen im Sportumfeld

The dsj’s new project, “kontakt. – Ultranationalist and far-right movements in the sporting environment”, which is part of the federal program “Demokratie leben!”, addresses precisely this issue:

  • Identify: Analysing ultranationalist structures in sport
  • Educate: Raising awareness amongst sports federations and clubs
  • Network: Exchange with those affected and specialist organisations
  • Strengthen prevention: Engaging young people with democratic values

In the first year of the project, the focus is on Turkish ultranationalism in sport – a challenge that has received little research attention to date but is growing. Over the following three years, the project will also examine other manifestations of right-wing extremism (such as Russian-German, Polish groups and those from the Western Balkans).

[Translate to Englisch:] Zwei Polizisten führen eine Person in orangefarbener Weste vor einem Gebäude mit der Aufschrift 'Sportheim FC Königs' ab, daneben ein Polizeiauto und eine Regenbogenflagge am Fahnenmast
Quelle: PM Hoffmann

Specialist events and targeted workshops for sports federations, clubs and key influencers are designed to provide practical recommendations for action and raise awareness of the issue. A further aim is to establish and strengthen a network of experts in order to promote dialogue between specialist bodies, clubs and those affected, and to develop long-term strategies to combat ultra-nationalism and right-wing extremism in sport.

A research study will also examine the existing structures and developments of ultra-nationalist movements in sport. The findings will serve as a basis for further measures.

Strong networks are essential to ensure that right-wing extremism and ultra-nationalism have no place in sport. Open dialogue and fresh ideas help to develop sustainable solutions that contribute to strengthening democracy.

Further information on the federal program ‘Demokratie leben!’