The University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) understands diversity and equal opportunity as central aspects of its education and science policies. To meet this end, creating an academic community that encourages equal access to, and participation in science is crucial. In this session, we will explore ongoing efforts to dismantle structural barriers and enhance accessibility in academia in order to foster academic career progression. What actions, strategies, and services are currently in place to create an inclusive environment and support early career researchers? How to access these services and support systems? And how can scientific communities contribute to an inclusive academic culture?

In this workshop, the attendants:

• reflect biases and structural barriers that exist in academic career progression, and how these can impact the experiences of underrepresented groups
• discuss strategies for creating an inclusive academic culture, including ways to address biases
• learn about the various initiatives and services that the University of Duisburg-Essen has in place to promote diversity and inclusion, such as support systems for early career researchers
• gain a better understanding of the university's policies and procedures related to diversity and inclusion, including how to access support systems

Target group: international researchers, all levels

Duration: 1,5 hours

Format: online via Zoom

Speakers: Viktoria Niebel, GC Plus, Science Support Center

This presentation will introduce you to the German academic system. Simon Kresman will explain you its characteristics, helping you to get settled in your new environment, the German academic world. This event is also relevant for you if you are interested in an academic career in Germany.

Target group: International researchers, all levels

Speaker: Simon Kresmann, Science Support Centre

Duration: 2 hours

Format: online via Zoom

The mobility program of the European Union ERASMUS+ not only offers students the possibility of a stay abroad, but is also open to lecturers and all other employees of UDE. If you are interested in further education and training abroad or would like to gain teaching experience abroad, this event will provide you with all the information you need about the existing opportunities within the program.

Please note that Staff and Teaching Mobility is only accessible for researchers who hold a work contract from the university. Guest-researchers and researchers on stipends or fellowships cannot be considered.

Target group: UDE lecturers and employees (German and international)

Speaker: Freya Köhler, International Office

Duration: 1 hour

Format: online via Zoom