Sylt sets new signs against racism at Pentecost parties one year after scandal

Sylt sets new signs against racism at Pentecost parties one year after scandal

A year after the racist incident in the club pony on Sylt, where a video went viral and racist slogans on the club of the club were heard, the Pentecost weekend is committed in 2025 with special security measures. In Kampen, one of the most exclusive places on the island, up to 3,000 celebrations are expected. The tourism boss Birgit Friese sees a positive response in ticket sales in bars and clubs and looks optimistic about the upcoming celebrations.

On Pentecost Saturday 2024, the incident caused outrage and led to investigations into sedition. The Flensburg public prosecutor's office employed three of the four people involved after only a 26-year-old man requested a criminal order. In the course of the incident, he had imitated a Hitler salute and indicated a corresponding beard. Such incidents are not an isolated case, but in recent years, similar attractive scenes have been piled up all over Germany, including previous events with racist statements about the electrical classic "L’Amour Toujours".

security measures and innovations

Florian Korte, spokesman for the Sylt community, made it clear that the island stands for diversity and respect. The mayor and tourism manager had clearly spoken out against the incidents last year and described the behavior of the guests concerned as "repulsive and unacceptable".

social context and racism in Germany

The incidents on Sylt are part of a major problem. According to the racism monitor , racially marked people show higher psychological stress compared to non-racist. The general burden in society remains stable, but there is a slight increase in racially marked groups.

The incident on Sylt has not only initiated local, but also nationwide discussions about racism and discrimination. The focus is on dealing with such incidents, since the topic is still considerable social relevance. By taking a position against racism, the clubs and communities are set a sign that goes beyond the celebrations.

The preparations for the Pentecost weekend and the measures taken show the will to change the culture of the parties on Sylt positively and create an environment in which all guests can feel comfortable and safe.