A welcoming culture is a central theme in the field of integration. On December 16, 2025, the WelcomeCenter Saxony-Anhalt hosted an online seminar titled “Between Skilled Labor Shortages and Diversity – Perspectives on a Culture of Welcome in Eastern Germany” to facilitate a joint discussion on the topic. The seminar was aimed at individuals working in migration-related fields, whether as full-time employees or volunteers. With 45 participants, the event was well attended.
At the start, Kristina Korte from Minor – Wissenschaft Gesellschaft presented the results of recent surveys on the topic in Saxony-Anhalt. Kerstin Mogdans, coordinator of the WelcomeCenter Saxony-Anhalt, then spoke about a welcoming culture in the workplace and presented various approaches and opportunities for companies to help international skilled workers settle in well and integrate them long-term. This was followed by a lively discussion in which participants exchanged experiences and explored further perspectives.
You can find inspiration for a strong welcoming culture in your company in our guide “Welcome, but warmly! 10 Recommendations for Successful Welcome Management.” We are also happy to assist you personally in establishing welcoming structures. For further information and our contact details, please visit our topic page on welcome management and family-friendliness.
On the Minor website, you can access the short paper presented by Ms. Korte, “Immigration: Sought after, needed, but not wanted? The contradictory welcome culture of Saxony-Anhalt.”
