For us, our work in the field of anti-fascism is more than just an examination of the period between 1933 and 1945 and its aftermath. We want to actively remember the atrocities of fascism, but at the same time fight against the resurgence of inhuman ideas.
Increasing social inequality, authoritarian structures and the public stigmatisation of many social groups form the breeding ground for the rise of right-wing extremism. The FPÖ is succeeding in moving right-wing ideas ever further into the centre of society.
Universities have played and continue to play a central role in the theoretical and personal reproduction of these currents. At many universities in Austria, there are still professors who do not distance themselves from right-wing ideas and German nationalist fraternities that are still up to mischief.
As VSStÖ, it is our task to oppose right-wing and extreme right-wing movements.