Foreigners and Integration Advisory Board (AIB)

The Advisory Board for Foreigners and Integration (AIB) is a committee of elected members with a history of migration. The advisory board has been helping to shape policy and services for migrants in Erlangen since 1974. We stand up for the interests of people with a history of migration.

Around 40% of people in Erlangen have a history of migration. They are part of our society. They often face particular challenges. We give people a voice so that Erlangen residents without the right to vote can also represent their interests at a political level. We actively campaign against discrimination and racism.

We bring the experiences and concerns of people with a history of migration into the political debate. We set an example for cultural diversity and a tolerant and open society. We are committed to good coexistence in our city and to improving the living conditions of people with a history of migration. We show solidarity when a group needs our support.

We are a point of contact for people with a history of migration. We are in contact with the city leadership, the city council, the political parties and the administration in order to tackle problems together. We advise the city administration offices and city council committees. We make suggestions for solving problems. We organize events to promote the appreciation of cultural diversity. We make public statements.

• They take part in the meetings and events of the Advisory Board (6 plenary meetings per year, each on Thursdays from 5:30 - 8:30 pm).
• You will also be involved in at least one working group (6 - 10 meetings per year, each lasting approx. 2 hours, dates determined according to requirements and possibilities within the working groups)
• You have at least 8 - 10 hours per month for the AIB.
• You have good German language skills. The meetings are held in German.
• You maintain contact with migrants, including those outside your own cultural group.
• You contribute ideas and actively participate in the Advisory Board's projects.
• You take part in committee and panel meetings and report on the content of the plenary sessions.
• You see yourself as a representative of all migrants in the city of Erlangen
• This is a voluntary activity.

You can find out about other AIB activities on Instagram (@aib_erlangen) and Facebook.

Elizabeth Nicholson (Deputy Chairwoman of the AIB):

"I decided to join the Foreigners and Integration Advisory Board because the topic of integration is very close to my heart. I want to help ensure that people with a history of migration have a strong voice in our city and can actively participate in social life. The AIB offers the opportunity to build bridges between cultures, break down prejudices and strengthen coexistence in our diverse community."

"My involvement in the AIB is very varied. I regularly take part in meetings, work in working groups and am in close contact with associations, organizations and the city administration. It's often about taking up concerns from the community, planning joint projects or supporting events that promote integration and participation. Direct contact with people is particularly important to me - listening, understanding and finding solutions together."

"My best experience was organizing events where refugees had a platform. I was particularly touched to see how incredible it is that people who have lost everything through war and oppression have achieved so much. Their courage, their strength and their will to build a new life are a great inspiration to me."

The office of the Foreigners' and Integration Advisory Council is located in the Town Hall, 12th floor, room 1211.

You can reach us on site from 9:00 - 14:00, from Monday to Wednesday.

You can reach us by telephone or by prior arrangement on Thursdays from 9:00 - 14:00.

You are also welcome to send an e-mail to auslaenderbeirat@stadt.erlangen.de at any time.