Queer at HHN
At Heilbronn University, we aspire to create an environment characterized by diversity, openness, and inclusion. We are committed to ensuring that every student feels respected, accepted, and valued. This commitment extends to our LGBTQIA+ students, staff, and all members of our diverse community. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone.
This webpage serves as a comprehensive resource, offering insights into our various initiatives designed for queer students, upcoming inspirational events, and accessible counselling services, and much more. Whether you identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community or are an advocate for an inclusive society, here you will find information and resources to enrich and support queer life at our university.
Information
The glossary of diversity explains terms and concepts relating to gender diversity, sexual orientation and different dimensions of discrimination. Currently only available in German.
At HHN, you can find confidential counselling and support in case of discrimination and bullying.
Upcoming Events
Visibility
Diversity Day 2024
Heilbronn University (HHN) organised four days of diversity events in celebration of the German Diversity Day 2024. Between May and June, university members and interested individuals from the region could participate in a diverse range of activities. One of the highlights: The Department for Equity and Diversity presented the results of the campus-wide diversity survey for the first time.
Diversity Day 2023
On Diversity Day 2023, visitors had the opportunity to learn more about various topics, including queer issues. Simultaneously, several initiatives were undertaken to expand the visibility of queer topics.
Diversity Day 2023: Photography Project
Under the guidance of political educator and photographer Sara Sun Hee Martischius and diversity adviser Yvonne Tang, the photography project for students was created. This was offered as a course in the General Studies program in the summer semester of 2023.
Participants in the course share their own perspectives, question existing viewpoints, and use photography as a means of empowerment.
As a university group at the first major CSD Heilbronn
On 29th June 2024, HHN participated in the first Christopher Street Day (CSD) in Heilbronn. The Department for Equity and Diversity and the AStA Department for Equality and Student Affairs, along with over 30 interested members of the university, joined in and marched together.
Rainbow Flag Display
Since May 23, 2023, all our campuses have proudly displayed a rainbow flag, or at the educational campus, an HHN flag in a rainbow design. This gesture symbolizes our commitment to diversity, tolerance, and solidarity.
What began as an initiative by the AStA (General Students' Committee) during Pride Month in 2022, with a donation of rainbow flags, has been continued by the Equality and Diversity Unit. As of the summer of 2023, it has also gained the support and endorsement of the university management.
Toilet for all / Unisex toilet
At the Sontheim campus, there is a unisex toilet. The toilet for all can be found in building A on the 5th floor, room A518/519.
Toilet for all / Unisex toilet
At the Sontheim campus, there is a unisex toilet. The toilet for all can be found in building T (building 14) on the groundfloor, room T.0.25.
Further external Links
On the website of the Network LSBTTIQ Baden-Württemberg e.V., you can find member organizations of the LSBTTIQ network that offer counseling or self-help services. While the linked page focuses on refugees, there are several organisations offering help to everyone.
Handbook germany is a project by neue deutsche medienmacher*innen and is supported by the Federal Ministry of the Interior and for Homeland, as well as the Commissioner of the Federal Government for Migration, Refugees and Integration, and the Commissioner of the Federal Government for Anti-Racism. Here you can find information in Arabic, English, French, Pashto, Persian, Russian, Turkish, and Ukrainian.
