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• Workshop: Sexualized violence at the university. Just single cases? (German)
  With its own participation in the Unisafe research project, TU Dresden is addressing the phenomenon of sexualized harassment, discrimination and violence at universities. The brief input from project coordinator Anja Wiede (contact person for harassment, discrimination and violence) provides an overview of the occurrence and, more importantly, of support options for these incidents, because: even if most people do not have to experience sexualized violence as victims, many find themselves as so-called "bystanders" (bystanders and/or (un)conscious witnesses). In the sense of a joint assumption of responsibility, the participants finally develop their own possibilities for intervention.
  • Date: 08.11.2024
  • Time: 13:00 - 16:00
  • Location: SE2/123/U
• Workshop: Finally confronting everyday sexism in an appropriately way (German)
  It really is lurking everywhere: everyday sexism. Sometimes it's eloquent, sometimes physical, sometimes more subtle, but it's always definitely out of line. In this workshop, we want to "arm" each other with tools, such as the power of language, the comedy of facial expressions and gestures and whatever else we can think of, and which we can use in moments that leave us speechless, in which we feel powerless or small. Pinch the buttocks of everyday sexism instead of being pinched ourselves. The workshop is aimed at all people who experience sexism in their everyday lives.
  • Date: 22.11.2024
  • Time: 13:00 - 16:00
  • Location: SE2/123/U
• Closing event: Christmas party
  The final event is intended to provide a relaxed setting for networking.
  • Date: 16.12.2024
  • Time: 13:00 - 16:00
  • Location: FOE/102/U

Please register for the workshops in advance! The exact location of each workshop will be announced in time. Just send us an e-mail to .

Sexualized violence is a topic that often remains hidden and yet affects many people. In our interdisciplinary reading group, we offer students the opportunity to deal with this sensitive topic in a safe, supportive space.

Whether you have already dealt intensively with the topic of sexualized violence or are completely new to it, there is room for everyone here. Your area of expertise doesn't matter - we believe that the diversity of perspectives enriches our discussions.

The reading group offers you the opportunity to shape the content together with others. As a group, we decide on texts, films or other media that help us to look at the topic from different perspectives. Our aim is to create a safe space in which everyone can talk openly about personal experiences, social structures and scientific findings - without pressure or (pre-)judgment.

If you are interested in learning more about sexualized violence and creating a space for exchange and reflection together with other students, we look forward to hearing from you!

The first event will take place on 14.11.2024 16.40 in GLB 7-101. 6 further dates will follow. The dates will be decided together.

The reading circle takes place in German spoken language. Whispered translations can be organized.

15.11.2024 // 2 - 5 p.m.

Female socialized people are often confronted with situations in everyday life that are perceived as borderline insensitive or even assaultive.

The assertiveness course will help them to strengthen their confidence in their own needs and boundaries. Together, the participants develop a sensitivity for the diversity of their reaction strategies when dealing with various incidents. Perception exercises, the use of the voice and the development of an inner attitude are just as much a part of the course as learning release and striking techniques. The focus is on solidarity with one another.

The workshop is held in English and is aimed at female socialized persons. All participants are responsible for dealing with each other in a way that is sensitive to discrimination. Persons who are assisted by companions or dogs or similar, or who otherwise encounter barriers to participation in assertiveness courses, please contact the organizers in advance.

The course takes place in barrier-free rooms.

The workshop will be led by Ania Wiede. She is a certified trainer for feminist self-assertion and self-defense.

Registration at:

15.11.2024 // 10 am - 1 pm

Female socialized people are often confronted with situations in everyday life that are perceived as borderline insensitive or even abusive.

The assertiveness course will help them to strengthen their confidence in their own needs and boundaries. Together, the participants develop a sensitivity for the diversity of their reaction strategies when dealing with various incidents. Perception exercises, the use of the voice and the development of an inner attitude are just as much a part of the course as learning release and striking techniques. The focus is on solidarity with one another.

The workshop is held in German and is aimed at female socialized persons. All participants are responsible for dealing with each other in a way that is sensitive to discrimination. Persons who are assisted by companions or dogs or similar, or who otherwise encounter barriers to participation in assertiveness courses, please contact the organizers in advance.

The course takes place in barrier-free rooms.

The workshop will be led by Ania Wiede. She is a certified trainer for feminist self-assertion and self-defense.

Registration at:

23.11.-07.12.2024: Empowering Bodies

The "Dance Forms" series shows in a special way that dance can be shaped according to the cultural background, biographies or circumstances of the artists and is a means of expressing inner states and establishing communication with each other and the audience. HELLERAU will continue the series on three weekends in November and December 2024 under the title "Empowering Bodies". Artistic works will be presented that have an inherent power of resistance - a rebellion against social or political grievances caused by a longing for self-determination. The choreographers' artistic works convey their very own, individual body images, group choreographies and spatial constellations that use the power of dance to imagine utopian worlds - against instrumentalization and for autonomy.

"Shout Aloud" (23. & 24.11.) by choreographer Yasmeen Godder and world-famous singer Dikla kicks off the festival, with eight dancers and nine musicians bringing themes such as rebellion, grief and anger to life from a female perspective. On the second weekend, in "Zona Franca" (29 & 30.11.) by Alice Ripoll & Companhia Suave, ten performers combine passinho, dancinha, voguing, samba and hip-hop to express their longing for self-determination.

The last weekend (06. & 07.12.) offers a double program: In "She was a friend of someone else", Gosia Wdowik sheds light on the connection between activism and burnout in the context of the fight for the right to abortion in Poland. In "New Report on Giving Birth", choreographer Wen Hui and four dancers meet as mothers, non-mothers and women with migration histories and venture new perspectives on female bodies.

In addition to the artistic program, there will also be various workshops, audience discussions, the film "1001 Nights Apart" by Sarvnaz Alambeigi and a concert with Cudowne Lata.

All further information can be found at: https: //www.hellerau.org/de/festival/tanzformen/

25.11.2024 // 2.50 pm - 4.20 pm // GLB 7-101

November 25 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (also known as International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women ). It was established by the United Nations in 1999 and is intended to draw attention to the widespread violence against women and girls worldwide. The day serves to raise awareness of various forms of violence - including domestic violence, sexual harassment, human trafficking and structural injustices - and to promote measures to combat them.

Over a hot drink and a pastry, everyone has the opportunity to talk about the day and its background in the exchange room. All thoughts and feelings should find their place here, every reaction is welcome.

You are also welcome to bring along texts, movie tips or special music. Information material can also be shared.

"It's none of my business..." Relationship violence is often seen as a private problem, something that happens on TV or perhaps in other cultures, but not here, and certainly not to you. In this lecture, you will learn why domestic violence concerns us all, how people get caught up in the maelstrom of a violent relationship, why it is so difficult to separate, how early signs of violence in relationships can be recognized and where and how those affected can find support.

The lecture will be held in German and is organized by STUDYSMART // Career Service

Who is the speaker? Clara Nespral, M.Sc. Psychology | Violence Protection Center D.I.K.
Where? Open Science Lab OSL1 | Interim Library Bergstraße | Zellescher Weg 21-25
When? 09:20 - 10:50 a.m.
How to register? Via OPAL

27.11.2024 // 09.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m.

Digital violence such as cyberbullying, stalking or hate comments - the internet is full of it. In our workshop "Digital self-defense - courageously confronting anti-feminism", you will learn how to effectively defend yourself against such attacks. How do I recognize digital threats, when is it punishable and how can I defend myself? The workshop is aimed at anyone who wants to protect themselves against digital violence and build digital resilience.

The workshop will be held in German and will be conducted by Nadja Gottschalk (speaker  culture and technology).

With its own participation in the Unisafe research project, TU Dresden is addressing the phenomenon of sexualized harassment, discrimination and violence at universities. The workshop therefore begins with an overview of definitions and statistical figures. Project coordinator and workshop leader Anja Wiede (contact person for harassment, discrimination and violence at TUD) then works with the participants on their own attitudes and possible prejudices on the topic. Nevertheless, the focus is on the support options in the event of these incidents, because even if most people do not have to experience sexualized harassment, discrimination and violence as victims, many find themselves as so-called "bystanders" ((un)conscious witnesses). In the sense of a collective assumption of responsibility, the participants will therefore develop their own intervention options.

The workshop will be held in German.

All further information and registration: here

28.11.2024 // 1 pm - 4 pm // Fritz-Förster-Bau

With its own participation in the Unisafe research project, TU Dresden is addressing the phenomenon of sexualised harassment, discrimination and violence at universities. The workshop therefore begins with an overview of definitions and statistical figures. Project coordinator and workshop leader Anja Wiede (contact person for harassment, discrimination and violence at TU Dresden) then works with the participants on their own attitudes and possible prejudices on the topic. Nevertheless, the focus is on the support options for these incidents, because even if most people do not have to experience sexualised harassment, discrimination and violence as victims, many find themselves as so-called ‘bystanders’ ((un)aware witnesses). In the sense of a collective responsibility, the participants therefore develop their own intervention options.

Further information and registration: here