The University of Mannheim is committed to a non-discriminatory environment for all people in study, teaching and work. The Code of Conduct of the University of Mannheim forms the basis for tolerant and respectful coexistence.
Everyone can make a personal contribution to non-discriminatory coexistence on a daily basis. Over the next two weeks, there will be an opportunity to take part in various activities at the University of Mannheim and regionally around the Day against Racism.
Want to get involved? Find inspiration in our selection of interesting toolboxes, events and some literature tips on the topic.
Events at the University of Mannheim and in the region:
- The AStA of the University of Mannheim is organizing the "Festival Contre le Racisme" from 13 to 21 March 2024 and is offering, for example, a workshop on interfaith dialogue and an interactive lecture on the criminalization of migration.
- The Intercultural Center Heidelberg is also offering a varied program from 11 to 24 March 2024 as part of the International Weeks against Racism. From readings to theater performances and concerts, there is something exciting for everyone.
- On 22, 27 and 29 March, the Karlskino in Heidelberg will be showing the film "Die AMITIÉ", a film about the lives of migrant workers and self-learning artificial intelligence that is able to exchange information, teach languages, compare migration routes, find jobs and transfer money.
Information material and literature references
- The organization Zusammenland provides information on the topic of racism and group-related misanthropy. It offers a toolbox-racism with many materials and exciting information materials. The University of Mannheim is also taking part in the campaign under the motto "Diversity makes us strong", thus setting an example against right-wing extremism and committing itself to freedom, diversity and a welcoming culture.
- In order to offer strong support as an ally, it helps to reflect on your own position and become (even more) aware of your own privileges. The Diversity Charter's awareness toolbox offers questions for reflection, perception and sensitization exercises. Those interested can also browse through the Diversity Charter's anti-racism toolbox.
- Handout “Rassismus in Lehrkontexten – Wie äußert er sich? Was können wir tun?”(Racism in teaching contexts – How does it manifest itself? What can we do?) from the University of Hildesheim. The handout is aimed at students as well as teaching staff and other interested parties. It is intended to provide orientation and an overview of the importance of dealing with racism in university and teaching contexts.
- The Stiftung gegen Rassismus(Foundation against Racism) has a wide range of different information materials, including brochures, flyers and even a podcast entitled “Haltung zeigen”.
- Statement by the German Rectors' Conference: Weltoffene Hochschulen – Gegen Fremdenfeindlichkeit(Universities open to the world – against xenophobia) – nationwide campaign by HRK member universities.
- "Was weiße Menschen nicht über Rassismus hören wollen aber wissen sollten " by Alice Hasters (only available in German) : If you want to fight racism, you have to advocate change – and that starts with yourself. “Can I touch your hair?”, “Can you get sunburnt?”, “Where are you from?” Those who ask such questions usually don't mean any harm. But they are still racist. White people often don't want to hear why. Alice Hasters explains it anyway.
- "Warum ich nicht länger mit Weißen über meine Hautfarbe spreche" (Why I’m no longer talking to white people about race) by Reni Eddo-Lodge: What does it mean not to be white in a world where whiteness is taken for granted as the norm? Reni Eddo-Lodge traces the historical roots of prejudice and shows unequivocally that the unequal treatment of whites and non-whites has been inscribed in our systems for generations.
- "Exit Racism" by Tupoka Ogette: Readers are taken on a journey critical of racism, in the course of which they not only gain concrete knowledge about the history of racism and its effects, but also support in their emotional confrontation with the topic.