Complaints Committee: Contact point for sexual discrimination

In the course of my work as a student advisor at the TH Rosenheim, the topic of sexual discrimination can come up during counseling sessions. Often, those seeking advice are not even aware of it. With the Complaints Commission, we have a contact point that those affected can use to express their feelings, fears and concerns in connection with what they have experienced. Often, a clarifying conversation in a protected space is enough to bring relief. Sometimes more support is needed. I would like to encourage you to take advantage of this offer if necessary!

Shame, anger, helplessness, hurt, pain - all at the same time - was all that really true? Or was it all my fault? Or not so bad? Don't make such a fuss about it! And the fear: Who will believe me? Who will understand me? Must I deal with it all on my own? Or will everything get worse when I make contact with someone? There are people here that I don't know. I'll sleep on it and decide tomorrow. I could just ask for some advice...

Here at the TH Rosenheim, I like working with a wide variety of people as a laboratory technician. To help those doing internships and research, I am happy to actively contribute my experience. In addition to looking after the technical equipment, I am also available to listen to others, especially when there's a spanner in the works. My motto is "solve it - there's no such thing as impossible", and I also want to be available on a basis of trust here too. There's usually immediate relief after the initial contact.

The topic of sexual discrimination and violence continues to be an issue at universities as well. As women's representative and head of the family office, I am committed to reducing discrimination against women in their studies and professional life. It can take a lot of energy and courage to stand up against sexual harassment or violence. I am happy to stand by your side and offer you my help and support in a fear-free and protected setting. Which measures you would like to take remains your decision alone.

"Getting help" sounds so obvious, but is often associated with a lot of overcoming, excitement and also fear. Our own fears and insecurities often keep us from taking this step. "Is what I have experienced already enough to be allowed to get help?", "What can I expect if I tell about it? Will I be believed?" "What happens next?". These are just a few of the doubts that often stand between sufferers and counseling. Therefore, I would like to encourage you not to let them hold you back. Have the courage, I will welcome you with an open ear as your first point of contact. Together we will find out what you need and what next steps can be. You determine your path and the pace.

As a lawyer, my job not only involves solving legal matters but I also have a great deal of experience with interpersonal conflicts, especially as a former personnel officer and trained mediator. It is therefore very important to me to listen to you attentively and explore various paths at your disposal – one of which is lodging a complaint with the Complaints Committee. In doing so, I would like to support you on a basis of trust – anonymity is absolutely guaranteed, if desired.