Insinuating comments in meetings or classes, continuous staring in the library, “accidental” touching, unwelcome invitations, letters, compliments and gifts ... - Sexual harassment can take many different forms. Studies have shown that sexual harassment is not only an issue for women, but that it is increasingly an issue facing all genders. The University is no better or worse than other institutions - rather, it is a reflection of a social reality: sexual harassment and discrimination exist.
If you need advice, you can contact the Team Equity - Gender. If necessary, you are welcome to deviate from the assignment to the faculties when choosing your contact person.
In this respect, the university is no better or worse than other institutions; rather, it reflects a social reality: that sexual harassment and discrimination exist.
Every consultation with the Team Equity - Gender is absolutely confidential. We will take no action without your express consent!
Contact persons according to § 4a (1) LHG
Regarding matters of sexual harassment, the University of Tübingen has both a female and a male contact person, as required by § 4a Abs.1 LHG. They are:
The task of the contact persons is to inform members and affiliates of the University of Tübingen about internal and external counselling and information possibilities in connection with sexual harassment. The contact person will also inform you about possible formal steps to take and, if you wish, will put you in touch with the relevant organisational unit. Discussions are, of course, confidential. Information about the personal and factual circumstances of those concerned may not be passed on to third parties without their consent.
Confidential lawyer for the area of sexualized discrimination, sexual harassment and violence
On November 15, 2020, the Ministry of Science, Research and the Arts of Baden Württemberg appointed attorney Michaela Spandau as an attorney of confidence for sexualized discrimination, sexual harassment and violence. This is one component of the ministry's activities to counteract sexualized discrimination, sexual harassment and violence at universities in Baden-Württemberg.
Affected persons have the opportunity to contact Ms. Spandau directly as an external person of trust. The focus of her work is on providing initial legal advice regarding a specific issue. The lawyer of confidence can be contacted anonymously and guarantees legal confidentiality upon request. This is particularly important in view of existing dependency relationships. The measure is also intended to help better quantify the dark field in the area of sexual harassment.
New Peer counseling for everyone who is affected by sexualized violence at the university
Students help students.
The team of trained students offer confidential counseling independently from the university. The counselors can refer students to appropriate legal, university and psychological support services as well as options and provide assistance.
The Anlaufstelle is a low-threshold service offered by the student council of the University of Tübingen.
