Survey conducted among ethnic minorities born or raised in Denmark*
Method of interview
Questionnaire
Supplementary notes
*People who moved to Denmark before the age of 13.
Based on regression analysis of ethnic minorities who stated that they had experienced discrimination either once, two to five times, or more than five times during the past year.
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Experienced ethnic discrimination in Denmark 2023, by region of origin
In Denmark, minorities with roots in Sub-Saharan Africa and North Africa, and the Middle East were most likely to experience discrimination based on ethnicity. Both groups had over 70 percent probability of experiencing discrimination. Meanwhile, minorities with a background from East Asia were the least likely to experience discrimination, but still over 40 percent probability.
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Institut for Menneskerettigheder. (November 25, 2023). Adjusted probability of experiencing discrimination or prejudices based on ethnic background in Denmark in 2023, by region of origin [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved July 19, 2026, from /statistics/1535522/denmark-experienced-ethnic-discrimination-origin/
Institut for Menneskerettigheder. "Adjusted probability of experiencing discrimination or prejudices based on ethnic background in Denmark in 2023, by region of origin." Chart. November 25, 2023. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Accessed July 19, 2026. /statistics/1535522/denmark-experienced-ethnic-discrimination-origin/
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