SOS-Menschenrechte

Founded in 1993, SOS-Menschenrechte is a non-profit association based in Linz, Austria working on human rights, refugees & migration, democracy & civil society +3 more.

SOS-Menschenrechte is a non-profit association based in Linz, Austria, working for the protection and promotion of human rights, democracy and an open, diverse society. Since 1993 it has provided housing and counselling for refugees, including support for adults, families and unaccompanied young people, and runs its own integration projects. It offers human rights and anti-discrimination workshops for schools, youth groups and other organisations, covering topics such as racism, hate speech, media literacy, civil courage and bullying. It also produces podcasts and video projects on human rights, asylum and social participation, and cooperates with other organisations in national networks and alliances. The association is independent of political parties and religious bodies, is led by a volunteer board, and operates with around 20 staff and freelancers, two civilian service workers, volunteers and about 1,000 members and supporters. Its activities are carried out across Austria, with its seat in Linz.