The headscarf as a symbol of non-integration?: integration of Muslims in Austria. EDAP paper, 3/2006

摘要: A debate is raging in Europe about what kind of policies states should adopt regarding the integration Muslims. On one hand, are pursued which ask Muslims to “assimilate” and give up features their (religious) traditions, on other hand promoted encourage minorities celebrate “difference”. In Austria, heated again at occasion widely debated study titled “Perspectives Challenges Regarding Integration Austria” May 2006. This paper investigates headscarf as a religious symbol Western state. Although there has not been case before Austrian courts neutrality public schools with regard limits freedom evident cases all over Europe, practices realm also reached makes glance Germany even more interesting. Germany, vibrant going for years. Only recently, 7th July 2006, decision by VG Stuttgart turned into different direction. To an overview, main strands German discussion will be outlined. described against background recent decisions ECtHR, have set guiding posts debate.