As part of the overall concept for the integration and participation of refugees, the project “SPORTBUNT – Vereine leben Vielfalt!” aims to promote integration through sports. It is a project of the Berlin Sports Federation (Landessportbund Berlin e.V.), funded by the Senate Department for the Interior and Sport.

Sport, as a driver of integration, enables social interaction and exchange. Many Berlin sports clubs and associations are already active in supporting refugees.

SPORTBUNT’s goals:

SPORTBUNT’s goals:

  • Building partnerships and networks between refugee aid actors and sports clubs/associations to implement sports programs for people with refugee backgrounds.
  • Advising and supporting sports clubs and associations in designing appropriate programs, as well as assisting with organizational and logistical tasks.
  • Providing advice on financial support options and assistance with application and accounting procedures.
  • Preparing and making relevant information available through various media.
  • Facilitating communication and experience exchange through informational events.
  • Developing and implementing targeted training and education programs.
  • Advising and supporting people with refugee backgrounds in finding and accessing sports and club activities.
  • Training exercise instructors.