Antidiscrimination
The promotion of equal opportunities by means of a targeted gender equality policy and comprehensive diversity management is intended to ensure that gender equality is fully realized at the University, as well as to encourage a respectful and appreciative work climate for all members of the University, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion or world view, ability, age, sexual orientation or identity. In order for this to be put into practice, it is vital to establish consistently gender equality-oriented, family-friendly and discrimination-free working and studying conditions.
Gender Equality Office Counseling Options
If you have experienced discrimination, we can help you to contextualize incidents, to contact other relevant spokespeople within the university and to plan further steps.
German Anti-Discrimination Act Complaints Department / Protection Against Discrimination
Employees, students and third parties experiencing discrimination can turn to the Protection Against Discrimination unit to receive information, counselling and to have their interests represented.
Other Points of Contact at the University of Bonn
The University of Bonn provides a wide range of qualified counseling offers. Below, you will find an introduction and links to select offices and persons you can contact in cases of discrimination, harassment or assault.
Points of Contact for Employees
Counseling for Employees in Situations of Conflict
A service for employees who need assistance quickly in order to deal with tensions in their professional or personal lives. All conversations are confidential.
Clinic for Counseling and Psychotherapy
The Clinic for Counseling and Psychotherapy at the University of Bonn’s Institute of Psychology offers psychotherapy. It is not free of charge, but if you have health insurance in Germany your insurance company will cover the cost.
German-Language Flyer About All Available Forms of Psychosocial Support
This flyer lists selected emergency contacts and counseling options in Bonn, such as clinics, substance abuse counseling, self-help groups and counseling via telephone.
Central Councils and Representatives at the University of Bonn
Staff Council
The staff council represents the interests of all members of administrative and technical staff and supports and advises them in all matters concerning work at the University of Bonn.
Academic Staff Council
The academic staff council actively works for the interests of members of academic staff and supports them in all matters concerning their work at the University.
Representative for Disabled Employees
The representative for disabled employees counsels and represents disabled employees and those of equivalent legal status with the objective of creating inclusive working conditions.
Counseling for Students
Psychological Counseling for Students at the University of Bonn
This service offers counseling if you are struggling with psychological issues, insecurities or problems which may endanger your quality of life or the success of your studies. If required they can also help you find a psychotherapist.
Representative for Students with Chronic Illnesses or Disabilities
The representative can advise students with chronic physical or mental health issues that affect their studies and helps them find appropriate assistance.
AStA Counseling Services
The AStA advocates for the University to make decisions based on a dialogue between teaching staff, students and employees, and ensures that the student body can use its voice in this process with confidence.
Further Reading
Antidiskriminierungsstelle des Bundes
Bausteine für einen systematischen Diskriminierungsschutz an Hochschulen
Beratungsstellen der Stadt Bonn
Übersicht über alle Beratungsstellen in Bonn.