Diversity of the Diversity Days at the University of Bonn

Diversity of the Diversity Days at the University of Bonn

Uni Bonn, Deutschland - On June 5, 2025, the Diversity Days opened at the University of Bonn, which are under the motto "Family time: diversity & compatibility". Prof. Dr. At the opening speech, Irmgard Förster emphasized the importance of the variety of family models. The event aims to improve the compatibility of science and family. This is done in close cooperation with the Vice -Rectorate, the unit for opportunities for opportunities and diversity as well as the family office of the university.

A central concern of diversity days is the support of employees in family situations. The family office of the University of Bonn offers individual and confidential advice for all family constellations and also provides 144 daycare places and 11 parent-child rooms. The organization of monthly exchange groups for caring relatives is also part of the offer. The Diversity Days also receive support from the queer network NRW, which underlines the diverse perspectives and needs of the participants.

important topics and offers

The events during diversity days include readings and workshops that deal with the topic of reconciling parenting and science. Another focus is on the meeting on "(election) families and queer communities", in which alternative family models are discussed. In this context, Leah Petersen will report on discrimination experiences of trans* people in the parents' house and illuminate the potential risks for their mental and physical health. Sascha Sistenich indicates the role of solidarity queer communities that act as supporting networks.

In addition, Dr. Sarah Czerney and Dr. Lena Eckert the structural disadvantages of mothers in science. Science often remains geared towards lifestyle without care work, which in particular disadvantages women. A workshop on reflection on structural conditions for researchers shows how important it is to improve the conditions for people with children (wish).

discussion and strategies for improvement

The event also offers a panel discussion that deals with the need for Safe Spaces for Trans* Bi_Pocj and addresses suitable resources. The discussion about sensitization in the administration for trans* and non-binary persons is another important part. The participants develop suggestions to improve visibility and support queer at universities.

For the promotion of research and teachers with family responsibility, ideas are collected, and the World Café for the diversity strategy attracts over 40 university members. Topics such as anti -discrimination, educational justice, family justice as well as inclusion and participation are the focus here. The diversity strategy of the University of Bonn is to be completed in the summer of 2025, whereby a common vision is being developed for a fairer and more diverse university.

In addition to the activities at the University of Bonn, the problem of the unequal distribution of care work is pointed out. According to an upcoming online workshop on March 6, 2025 under the direction of Dr. Wiebke Vogelaar, who deals with the "Care Concentration GAP", is intended to encourage solutions to change the structural conditions in science and care work. The effects on the career paths of women and mothers, which illustrate phenomena such as the Leaky Pipeline and the Maternal Wall, are also important discussion points in this context.

Overall, the Diversity Days at the University of Bonn offer an important platform for the exchange and development of solutions to improve the compatibility of science and family as well as to create a supportive and fair environment for all university members.

For more information about the diversity days and the events offered, interested parties can be interested in the websites of Uni Bonn , Opportunity for opportunities Uni Bonn and University of Bremen Visit.