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MIND prevention is a non-profit GmbH founded in Berlin in 2017 that is dedicated to the prevention of muslim extremism, Islamism, Antisemitism and migration-related conflicts. The company advises specialists and managers from psychotherapy, education and administration and develops practice-oriented concepts for workshops, further training and teaching to strengthen democracy, equality and freedom[1][2][4].
MIND prevention offers individual concepts in cooperation with ministries, cities, municipalities, foundations and associations. These include:
The offers combine psychological, pedagogical and therapeutic expertise with culturally sensitive approaches, based on the team's biographical experiences[1].
Founded by Ahmad Mansour (psychology, sociology, anthropology; expert on Islamism through personal experience since 2004 in Germany) and Beatrice Mansour (journalism, political science, criminology; experience in marketing and PR)[1]. The MIND team comprises 11–25 specialists from psychotherapy, family therapy, theater education and related fields who authentically address integration-specific challenges[1][2].
The focus is on promoting liberal democratic basic values through reflection on one's own standpoints, independent thinking and emotional commitment. MIND prevention fights with clear words, innovative strategies and a passionate commitment to freedom, tolerance and democracy for a responsible, open society. Goal: To recognize, understand and prevent intercultural conflicts without prejudice[1][4][5].
MIND prevention pursues UN sustainability goals such as designing society fairly (solidary, democratic community with diverse participation) and imparting knowledge (strengthening democratic awareness, making political issues understandable, promoting willingness to act). The initiatives aim at an inclusive society in which everyone participates on an equal footing – regardless of origin, appearance or limitations. By preventing extremism and promoting integration, they contribute to social cohesion and resilience[2].
With around 20 years of expertise, Ahmad Mansour's awards and the team's commitment set standards in extremism prevention. MIND prevention makes freedom in the head tangible and strengthens Germany as a democratic home[1][2][7].
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