Diversity Days at Viadrina

The Diversity Days at Viadrina have been an annual event since 2022 as part of the German Diversity Day.

The aim of the Diversity Days is to create a platform that makes diversity visible within the university, reduces discrimination and promotes an open and appreciative study and work environment. In changing social times, Viadrina should be a place where everyone has the same access and opportunities and where the potential of a more diverse academic and work culture is recognised.

The first Diversity Days at Viadrina in 2022 tackled the challenges and opportunities presented by the diverse life experiences at the university. A particular focus was placed on how people experience discrimination in academic life due to their gender identity, social or ethnic background and care responsibilities and how this can be counteracted. Here you can find out more about the first Diversity Days 2022.

The second Diversity Days at Viadrina in 2023 focussed on the mental and physical health of university members. Students were able to learn how to take care of their mental health in the often stressful phases of their studies, how to recognise alarm signals and how to look after each other. In the Shared Humanity Experience "Mental Health in Student Life Context", they also had the opportunity to share personal experiences and get to know the various counselling services within the university. At the Health Day, employees were able to take advantage of nutritional counselling and 'daily fatigue measurements', find out about ergonomics in the workplace and sleep hygiene, and take part in the active breaks programme. Here you can find out more about the entire programme of the second Diversity Days 2023.