What is the IRA Program?
The IRA Program (Successful Integration in Germany) is an initiative designed to support Cameroonian students and scholars preparing to live in Germany. This 100% practical program provides the tools necessary to ease cultural and administrative integration while equipping participants to handle the challenges of daily life.
Our Mission: To ensure a smooth transition and provide personalized guidance for a successful settlement in Germany.
Why Join the IRA Program?
Moving to a new country comes with challenges, especially when adapting to a new culture, environment, and administrative processes. The IRA Program helps you to:
- Avoid culture shock through practical and realistic preparation.
- Learn how to manage daily life: transportation, shopping, cooking, and more.
- Master administrative procedures such as booking an appointment at the Bürgeramt or writing formal emails in German.
- Build a support network with mentors and Cameroonian students already living in Germany.
What You Will Learn?
Transportation & Orientation
Daily Life
Administration & Communication
Practical Tips
Ecology & Rules of Everyday Life
Learning waste sorting according to German standards. Managing energy and water responsibly.
Real-Life Scenarios & Exchange
Practical simulations to prepare for everyday situations. Sharing experiences, practical advice, and building connections with local mentors.
Our Methodology
The IRA Program is based on a hands-on and innovative teaching approach:
- Interactive activities: simulations, role-playing, and real-life scenarios.
- Personalized guidance from experts, scholars, and students already living in Germany.
- Networking opportunities: weekly sessions with mentors from the Cameroon Social and Cultural Association in Germany.
Schedule
The program is offered in three sessions to provide maximum flexibility:
- 1st Session: April 07 to May 05, 2025.
- 2nd Session: May 12 to June 16, 2025.
- 3rd Session: June 23 to July 28, 2025.