Male refugees face stigma in Europe, causing emotional pain.

Ahmed, a Hazara ethnic minority member from Afghanistan, sought asylum in Germany as a lone, male migrant, facing discrimination and stigma in society. Despite being a young refugee man, he experiences challenges in housing and employment due to perceptions of being a threat. European countries are increasingly portraying male migrants as dangerous, fueling anti-migrant sentiments, although studies show no link between migrants and crime rates. Ahmed emphasizes the dangers faced on the migration route and the need for equal support for single male asylum seekers.

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