Support in matters of discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, and psychosocial issues
We are here for You!
Do you need support in dealing with an incident of discrimination? You can find information and contact persons here. If you are affected, do not hesitate to seek help.
Fair Play Guidelines
The Fair Play Guidelines of the University of Passau set out the principles for respectful interaction with one another and help the university to take consistent action against all forms of discrimination, sexual harassment, bullying and stalking.
Disturbances During Classes or Events – Preventive Measures and Protocol
Are you planning an event and want to make sure you can deal with any incidents that may arise? You can find information here.
Prevention Programs
Self-defence classes for women
The Executive Support Unit for Diversity and Gender Equality regularly offers free half-day self-defence training to women. Some dates are also open to other members of the University of Passau. This training course teaches you quick and simple, and above all effective physical intervention techniques that are designed to give you more control over situations where you are threatened with physical and/or psychological violence, and thus give you greater self-confidence.
Registration takes place via Stud.IP.
Information on the dates for the 2026/27 winter semester will be available here shortly.
KNOW HOW, the University of Göttingen's online self-study tool
Research, teach, and work in a safe environment: With the self-learning tool KNOW HOW, the University of Göttingen has created an opportunity to learn about sexual harassment and sexual violence, to reflect on one’s own behavior in the university setting, and to promote a shared understanding and proactive measures to prevent sexual harassment and sexual violence.
KNOW WHAT, WHY, HOW, and WHO? Explore the four chapters to learn how you can respond and offer support in everyday university life. Here you’ll find the University of Göttingen’s online self-learning tool KNOW HOW | Together Against Sexualized Violence at the University.
Copyright [2026] [Georg-August-University of Göttingen] All rights reserved. Courtesy of the University of Göttingen.
Emergency Numbers
1. Police & emergency services (immediate danger)
110 – Police: In cases of acute threat, violence, assault or hate crime
112 – Emergency services: In cases of medical emergencies or danger to life and limb
2. Mental health crises
Krisendienste Bayern – 0800 / 655 3000
Multilingual
Telefonseelsorge – 116123 / 0800 111 0 111 / 0800 111 0 222
Only available in German
3. Sexualised or gender-based violence
Help hotline ‘Violence against women’ – 08000 116 016
Anonymous, multilingual; also available via chat and email
Help hotline ‘Violence against men’ – 0800 123 99 00
Anonymous; also available via chat and email
External Contact Points
There are also many places outside the university that can help you in case of incidents. You can find an overview here.
More Information
The University of Passau is committed to the protection of human dignity in accordance with the Constitution of the Free State of Bavaria and the German Basic Law. It consistently takes action against all forms of bullying, discrimination, sexual harassment, stalking and any similar behaviour that violates dignity or personal rights. A secure environment with as few conflicts as possible is an indispensable prerequisite for the success of its members in research, teaching and academic support roles. The Fair Play Guidelines are intended to promote trusting relationships, collegial behaviour, smooth procedures, and a motivating and efficient working environment.
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Printed Copies
You need a printed copy of the guidelines? You can order one at diversity@uni-passau.de.
The University of Passau stands against sexual discrimination, harassment and violence. To support its members, it provides information materials that can be used freely.
Here you will find guidelines on how to avoid discrimonation in Zoom meetings.
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