Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin - The Central Women's Representative

The campaign aims to highlight the involvement of cisgender men in the fight against violence towards women* and TIN individuals. Additionally, we seek to inspire other men to take an active stand against sexualized discrimination, harassment, and violence. Each day, a different ambassador will be featured, focusing on a specific topic related to sexualized discrimination, harassment, and violence at Humboldt University. Each ambassador will present a video related to their topic.

The content will be shared through HU's social media channels, such as Instagram and LinkedIn, as well as on the HU website and intranet.

The exhibition "Invisible" addresses the invisibility of violence against women* in society. Approximately twelve artists from the Pussart collective will display their works from November 25 to December 13, 2024, in the foyer of the main building at Humboldt University (Unter den Linden 6, 10117 Berlin). The exhibition will then move to Adlershof for International Women's Day on March 8, 2024. The opening of the exhibition will feature two performances by artists Nik Maksimyuk and Andreea Hriscu from the collective. Nik Maksimyuk will perform an interactive piece expressing the passivity of being a victim, where audience members can move her like a puppet. Andreea Hriscu will present a live sound/painting performance, providing an embodied insight into the psychological and emotional processes of abuse survivors. Following the performances, a DJ will play music, creating an atmosphere for both conversation and dancing. Refreshments will be provided.

Registration is requested: caroline.kunert@hu-berlin.de

In the Utopia Workshop, we aim to create a platform for networking and exchange on various forms of discrimination. Affected students are warmly invited to discuss and connect on topics such as sexism, racism, studying with children, queerness, disability and illness, and classism. Each station will be led by sensitive and affected individuals.

In the second part, small groups will engage in a Utopia Workshop to brainstorm and discuss how to create safer, less discriminatory spaces at Humboldt University.

Sexualized discrimination and harassment can occur in any area of life—whether in public spaces, at work, at university, or in private environments. The responsibility always lies with the individuals committing the violence.

In this workshop, we will focus on:

• Developing a positive approach to self-confidence and self-assurance
• Examining different forms of violence, including verbal and physical
• Guided exercises to establish personal boundaries
• Practical techniques and strategies for self-assertion
• A concluding relaxation exercise

During the event, there will be opportunities to ask questions and address the specific needs of the participants.

About the Trainer:

Hannah Przygoda is a feminist martial arts instructor. Her courses are based on an understanding of the causes, manifestations, and consequences of gender-specific violence. She aims to encourage participants to develop a new sense of their own bodies and practice self-assertion through training.