Federal Commission against Racism
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The Federal Commission against Racism was created in 1995. It was set up by the government to fight racism, anti-Semitism, xenophobia and rightwing extremism.
It fights all forms of direct and indirect racial discrimination and attaches a particular importance to prevention.
It promotes a better understanding among people of different racial backgrounds, colour, national or ethnic origins and religions.
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