Performance
Wealth through working
Austria is one of the richest countries of the world and this is no coincidence. Austria’s population is highly qualified and they work disciplined. The country’s climatic and political conditions are also essential for its wealth.
Pro Performance
Austria’s economic prosperity depends on the striving for professional achievement and the will to earn money for oneself and one’s family. It is also important that every family member makes use of the country’s educational opportunities. Every Austrian should represent these attitudes, because they are a vital part of a successful participation in life.
Voluntary activity in an association
Many people in Austria work, as active members, voluntarily in various non-profit associations, like the Red Cross or the Fire Brigade. This voluntary work does not only help to socialise with other people, but can also be useful for job applications and job interviews. It gives the opportunity to experience new ways of learning and working and also shows your future employer that you are socially responsible and hardworking.
Pro mutual understanding
In Austria, social justice is as important as personal performance. The state is considerate of people who cannot or can only work little and also of people who have financial distress through no fault of their own. It is prohibited to discriminate against disabled people.
Health
Reliable health care system
Health is essential for our living quality and wellbeing. Austria has one of the best health care systems of the world. People, living in Austria, benefit from the public health care system in the event of illness.
Fair dues
In Austria, most people have the duty to legally render recoupment charges in order to finance the health care system. In addition to that, everybody should contribute to their individual provision through a healthy style of living.
Primary address
You need to go first to a medical practitioner in an event of illness. In a case of emergency it is also possible to go directly to a hospital’s walk-in clinic. The visit to a doctor or a medical treatment should not be inhibited by cultural or religious attitudes. If you have only poor German language skills a successful visit to the doctor is complicated. This is the reason why proficient German language skills are not only important for your own health, but also for the health of your family members.
Source: Österreichischer Integrationsfonds (Austrian Integration Fund)