Sweden: The Integration Minister suggests that Muslim migrants should attend courses emphasizing that rape is unacceptable

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Domestic. Integration Minister Mats Persson (L) suggests that offering immigrants courses on "liberal values" could help reduce incidents of sexual violence, specifically rape. He made this statement in an interview with Expressen.

The overrepresentation of immigrants in rape statistics has been known for years, with Fria Tider reporting on it since its founding in 2009. However, this issue has largely been ignored in public discussions in Sweden until now, with recent reports, including one by Expressen, beginning to address the problem.

In the interview, Persson explains that the government is taking measures to address this trend, such as tougher penalties and mandatory education for new arrivals. He emphasizes the importance of values in shaping societal behavior.

Persson attributes the statistics to "patriarchal structures" and differing views on gender equality, which he believes warrant harsher punishments and clearer guidelines for Sweden’s values. He proposes raising the minimum sentence for rape, which has been set at three years since 2022, and introducing stricter deportation rules for serious crimes.

“It’s crucial that the public perceives the system as fair,” says Persson.

In addition to stricter penalties, the government plans to enhance education for new arrivals, focusing on gender equality, women's rights, and sexuality, with a stronger emphasis on Sweden’s "liberal values." The education will also include mandatory tests to ensure comprehension.

“We must be clear from the start that anyone coming here must support our stance on women’s and LGBTQ+ rights,” says Persson.

A new integration barometer will anonymously survey the values of new arrivals to improve targeted interventions.

Research indicates that individuals from the Middle East and Africa are most overrepresented in rape convictions. Persson suggests that in the future, specialized measures might be necessary for groups with different views on gender equality.

(This Article was originally published by Jihad Watch)