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Viele Zuschauer im Fuchs-Saal hören dem Redner am Rednerpult zu. Foto von Hinten aufgenommen

Successful Launch of the “Demokratie braucht Diskurs” Event Series

On April 2nd, the event series “Demokratie braucht Diskurs” kicked off successfully at the University of Mannheim. The series will continue over the coming weeks with more exciting events.

Drei Personen mit Laptops unterhalten sich lachend im Rektoratshof der Universität.

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Diversity Round Table on 19 May: Your Input is Needed!

The round table is an open platform for everyone who wants to actively participate and help shape diversity. What are the issues? What ideas do you have for further promoting diversity at the university? The University of Mannheim wants to tackle challenges and develop new solutions together, be it ...

Hände unterschiedlicher Hautfarben liegen übereinander

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International Day Against Racism: Fighting Racism Through Awareness and Education

The International Day against Racism has been celebrated every year on 21 March since 1966. In 2025, the motto of the day is: “Human rights for all”.

Zwei Frauen stehen auf dem Ehrenhof der Uni Mannheim und lachen.

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International Women’s Day on 8 March: Closing the “Leaky Pipeline” Together

8 March marks International Women’s Day – an important occasion for the University of Mannheim to highlight the importance of equal opportunities for women in academia.

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Mentoring for female academics – programme offered by the University of Mannheim and LaKoG

The University of Mannheim has extended its cooperation with the state-wide MuT mentoring and training programme of the of the Conference of Equal Opportunities Officers at universities and academic institutions in Baden-Württemberg (LaKoG) for female academics.

Die Progress-Flagge und die Flagge der Universität wehen vor dem Mannheimer Schloss.

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Solidarity and Unity at the Monnem Pride 2024

Mannheim is celebrating Christopher Street Day once again this year. This Saturday, July 13th, queer residents of the region will demonstrate for their rights and against discrimination. Everyone interested is invited to participate, to promote visibility and acceptance for LGBTI+ individuals in ...

Junge Frau mit Tablet im Arm lächelt in die Kamera

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University Commits to Appointing More Women

The University of Mannheim joins the voluntary commitment of the German Rectors’ Conference to achieve more gender equality in appointments

Six people are standing in a row. They have different genders and cultural backgrounds.

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“Our Voice for Diversity – 365 Days a Year” – German Diversity Day 2024

The twelfth German Diversity Day will take place on 28 May 2024. Under the hashtag #DDT24, organizations are called upon to launch campaigns that promote diversity in the workplace. At the University of Mannheim, the Department of Equal Opportunity and Social Diversity constantly raises awareness of ...

Ein Plüschpanda sitzt in einem farbenfrohen Spielzelt auf bunten Schaumstoff-Puzzlematten. Vor ihm ist ein aufgeschlagenes, illustriertes Buch, in das er scheinbar vertieft liest.

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Childcare for Saturday Exams

To make it easier for students and examination supervisors to take part in Saturday exams, the Department of Equal Opportunity and Social Diversity and kinderlandnet gGmbH have launched a new childcare service. On the four Saturdays, on which examinations will take place, (8 June, 15 June, 24 August ...

Vor dem Ostflügel des Mannheimer Schlosses wurde die Progress Pride Flag gehisst. Sie wird auch erweiterte Regenbogenflagge genannt. Daneben weht die dunkelblaue Fahne der Universität Mannheim.

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IDAHOBITA* 2024 – Day of Action Against Queerphobia

On 17 May, the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia, Transphobia, and A-phobia (IDAHOBITA*) will take place. The aim of the day of action is to demand respect and acceptance for queer people while also highlighting the discrimination and persecution they face. At the ...