Myths and rights in cases of sexualized violence in the workplace

Dear employees,

Every 5th person is affected by sexualized harassment in the workplace or has observed it. As a result, you all know people who are affected or who are the source of the problem. This issue affects us all - as victims, as witnesses and especially as employees with a duty of care.

Persistent myths still shape how we perceive, classify and react to such situations. Yet the legal rights to protection are often far stronger than many people realize. We cordially invite you to our internal training event:

"But did you say no?" Myths and rights in cases of sexualized violence in the workplace

• June 25, 2026
• 9 am - 2 pm
• online

with Verena Arps-Roelle & Sebastian Arps from actandprotect.de

Registration until June 10 via service portal

If you do not wish to register via the service portal, you can also do so confidentially by emailing schuds@tu-dortmund.de.

Main topics:

• Common myths - and what reality shows
• Legal basis and protective rights for those affected
• Options for action for employees and managers
• Contact points at our university

Take this opportunity to learn more about a topic that affects us all and find out how you can support those affected!

Sexualized violence can affect anyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, origin or clothing.

We are happy to answer any questions you may have

Central Counseling Center for Protection against Discrimination and Sexualized Violence (short form in German: SchuDS) | Central Counseling Center for Protection against Discrimination and Sexualized Violence (short form in German: SchuDS)