What can I do? – Equal Opportunities Office – Leibniz University Hannover

Those affected as well as observers, counsellors or interested parties often ask themselves the question: What can I do in case of discrimination?

Here you will find tips on how to deal with discrimination for those affected and those providing counselling or support.

As affected person
Take your own feelings and experiences seriously.

Do not keep quiet about the incident, but discuss it with a trusted person.

Make a note of the incident with the date, name, location and possible witnesses.

Seek advice and make use of support and complaint options.
As a supervisor
Take every report or note seriously.

Inform about the General Act on Equal Treatment (AGG) for the protection against discrimination as well as the Diversity Principles of LUH.

Make it clear that you will not tolerate discriminatory behaviour.

Refer to the consulting service in case of conflicts and discrimination at Leibniz University Hannover.

Discuss with the affected person in a confidential setting what the next steps may be.
As a colleague or fellow student
Take a stand against discrimination.

Offer your support to those affected.

Refer to the consulting service in case of conflicts and discrimination at Leibniz University Hannover.

Memory protocol

After any experience of discrimination (regardless of what kind) it is helpful to record what you have experienced in the form of a memory protocol so that important information and details are not forgotten. As an orientation feel free to use our templates for a memory protocol.

Template memory protocol (German)

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Template memory protocol

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Contacts in case of discrimination

Awareness at events

What can I do in the event of discrimination?

Memory protocol