Gender Equality at the University of Rostock
It is time to stop trying to change women, and start changing the systems that prevent them from achieving their potential (António Guterres, 8. März 2020)
Gender equality is a prerequisite for a culture of study, research, and work that meets the highest quality standards. Achieving gender equality is a central concern of the University of Rostock and an essential part of our open and diverse university culture.
The Equal Opportunities Officer supports the Rectorate in the effective enforcement of equal rights for women and men in studies, teaching, research, and administration, in the elimination of existing disadvantages, and in the consideration of gender equality aspects in the context of development planning and the allocation of funds, among other things (Sections 4, 88 (1) of the Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania State Higher Education Act).
In order to fulfill her legal mandate, the Equal Opportunities Officer is involved at an early stage in all personnel, organizational, and social measures relating to equality. She works independently and is organizationally assigned to the Rectorate.
The Equal Opportunities Officer is the point of contact for students, doctoral candidates, and employees of the university for issues relating to equality and gender justice, the compatibility of family, care, and studies or work, as well as cases of sexual discrimination, harassment, and violence. Discussions with the Equal Opportunities Officer take place in a confidential and safe environment.
The Equal Opportunities Officer is supported in her work by her deputy, her staff, and, in faculty matters, by the faculty representatives and their deputies.
The team of equal opportunities officers sees equal opportunities work as a cross-cutting task that permeates all areas of the university. Our common goal is to create an appreciative, non-discriminatory, and equal opportunity environment for all students and employees, regardless of their gender.
