MINA

MINA-Leben in Vielfalt e.V. is an association founded in October 2010 by experienced women and men in the fields of migration, health, education, and disability. The association is dedicated to providing comprehensive support and advice to people with disabilities and migration experience, as well as their relatives.

• Consultation and Support: MINA offers consultation and support for families with children with disabilities, people with disabilities, and their families. These services also include assistance with application procedures and support for young people with disabilities on their path to independence[1][3][5].
• Family Self-Help Groups: The association establishes and operates family self-help groups, particularly for families with a migration background.
• Shared Living Communities: MINA supports the establishment and operation of shared living communities that are tailored to the specific support needs of the residents.
• Multilingual Consultation: The consultation services are available in several languages, including German, Turkish, Arabic, and French, to reach a broad target audience[2][3].

The main mission of MINA-Leben in Vielfalt e.V. is to provide people with disabilities and migration experience the opportunity to lead a self-determined and independent life, free from barriers such as language, origin, or disability. The association advocates for the inclusion and equality of these groups and promotes participation in all areas of life[2][3].

• Inclusive Labor Market: MINA is working to make the labor market more inclusive to provide people with disabilities and migration experience better opportunities in the job market[2].
• Volunteering in Diversity: The project "Volunteering in Diversity" is funded by the Federal Government Commissioner for Migration, Refugees, and Integration and offers workshops and training for volunteers and professionals to share experiences at the intersection of migration and disability[2].