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Social coexistence

Humboldt-Universität is committed to research on democracy and participation - one of the most pressing social issues of our time. It is not only about understanding the dynamics and changes in democracies and institutions, but also about the legal framework that shapes and organises our coexistence.

Democracy & participation

Das Bild zeigt eine Betonwand mit Graffiti, auf der die Worte "HUMAN INSIDE" in weißer Farbe zu lesen sind. Darüber und daneben sind abstrakte blaue und violette Muster. Vor der Wand stehen ein Holzpalette, eine Holzplatte und ein Sperrholzbrett.
Photo: Matthias Heyde

Modern societies & political systems

The Institute of Social Sciences combines sociology and political science with a thematic focus on inequality and labour, democracy and transformation, migration and the urban world. Researchers analyse how democracies and their institutions function and how they deal with social crises. Their research is not only communicated in teaching, but is also actively disseminated to society through events and publications.

Research for an objective debate on integration

The Berlin Institute for Empirical Integration and Migration Research (BIM) researches how migration and integration processes develop in Germany and Europe. It provides a scientific basis for social debates.

Work of civil society organisations

How can refugee mothers from Ukraine be better supported? The INTERSECT project is analysing cooperation between the state, civil society and refugees. One aim is to make migrant initiatives more visible.

History X Present

In the podcast "Vergangenheitsformen", students of history talk to guests about current developments in history and other related disciplines.

Law & Justice

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Photo: Matthias Heyde

Our students are actively committed to integration and human rights. In the Humboldt Law Clinic Fundamental and Human Rights and the Refugee Law Clinic, law students work together with lawyers and NGOs on real cases - for example to protect refugees or to enforce social rights. The clinics combine legal training with practical engagement for disadvantaged groups and thus make a direct contribution to civil society.

Initiatives & actions

Scholars at Risk

Conscious of its historical responsibility, Humboldt-Universität supports persecuted researchers. Find out more about how we promote freedom of research through our initiatives and networks.

Programmes for refugee students

Ukrainian refugee students have the opportunity to study at Humboldt-Universität as part of a special programme. As exchange students, they can receive credit points for their studies.

Fundraising campaign for Ukraine

The Institute of Slavic and Hungarian Studies is collecting donations in kind such as food, hygiene articles, non-prescription medicines, warm clothing and socks as well as sleeping bags for Ukraine.

Research projects on social coexistence

Project
DFG Heisenberg Programme 06/2022 - 06/2029

Eleutheria: History of the Greek Idea of Freedom: Archaeology of a European Core Concept

Principal investigator(s): Lothar PD Dr. Willms

Project
DFG Heisenberg Programme 12/2025 - 11/2028

Critical Education Research on Racism and Discrimination with a Focus on Antiziganism

Principal investigator(s): Dr. Jane Weiß

Project
Other non-university research organisation 09/2019 - 08/2028

RTG 2458: The Dynamics of Demography, Democratic Processes and Public Policy (DYNAMICS)

Principal investigator(s): Prof. Dr. Heike Klüver

All Projects

Your contribution to scientific exchange

Offers for researchers

We support scientists in transferring their research findings to industry and society. To this end, we offer advice, support, financial frameworks and further training.

Offers for students

Studying at Humboldt-Universität involves more than just acquiring knowledge. Students are given the opportunity early on to apply what they have learnt in practice and develop solutions for business and society.