Vaduz, Liechtenstein — Today, the world marks the International Day Against Racism, but in Liechtenstein, the issue of open racism is often concealed. Institutional and structural racism, along with everyday racist attitudes, are more prevalent topics of discussion. The extent of this problem is difficult to accurately quantify, according to the Human Rights Association of Liechtenstein.
Christian Blank, deputy director of the Human Rights Association, emphasized in an interview with Radio Liechtenstein that discrimination in the country is not always overt. “It often happens unconsciously, and the individuals affected do not perceive it as racism,” Blank remarked. He noted that people who speak foreign languages or those with different skin colors frequently experience racism in their daily lives.
In another relevant initiative, the next registration drive for blood stem cell donation will take place on March 25 at the Peter Kaiser Place in Vaduz. This event is organized by the Liechtenstein Red Cross in conjunction with the Cancer Aid Liechtenstein and supported by Swiss Red Cross Blood Donation. Present at the market square will be Alexandra Jehle and Jessica Pelger from the Liechtenstein Red Cross to provide further information.
As discussions continue around racism today, it’s vital to highlight these issues in Liechtenstein society and strive for a deeper understanding and awareness of the problem.
