Awareness and Inclusivity - Information on Accessibility

Awareness and Inclusivity

The IDenti-T Network PhD Symposium brings together researchers from different disciplines, institutions, countries, and career stages. Because many of our topics are personal, political, or sensitive, we ask all participants to help create a respectful and welcoming environment for everyone.

Our shared commitments

Respect and dignity: We treat every participant with respect, regardless of gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality, religion, age, disability, neurodiversity, social background, language proficiency, or career stage.

Constructive dialogue: We welcome disagreement and critical feedback. Critique should be directed at arguments, never at persons, and offered in a spirit of supporting early-career researchers.

Sensitive content: Several presentations address topics such as sexual violence, abortion, migration, trauma, and discrimination. Presenters are encouraged to briefly flag distressing content, and participants may step out of a session at any time without explanation.

Language: The working language is English, and many of us are not speaking our first language. Please speak clearly, avoid unexplained jargon and idioms, and be patient with one another.

Names and pronouns: Please use names and pronouns as participants have shared them. If unsure, ask politely or use the name only. Name badges may include pronouns on a voluntary basis.

Equal speaking space: Moderators will ensure discussion time is shared fairly. Please be mindful of how much space you take, particularly in Q&A.

Confidentiality and recording: Presented work is ongoing and often unpublished. Please do not photograph, record, or share slides or participants’ statements, including on social media, without explicit consent.

Hybrid participation: Some presenters and commentators will be joining online. Please speak into microphones (where available) and include the online participant in discussions.

Health considerations: If you have cold symptoms, please wear a mask or make use of the online participation option.

Thank you for helping us make this symposium an inclusive space where everyone can present, discuss, and learn together.

Awareness contact

If you experience or witness discrimination, harassment, or any behaviour that makes you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, please speak to a member of the organising team (identifiable by name badge). The relevant team members will be introduced at the beginning of the symposium.

Your information and needs will be treated confidentially and taken seriously, and the organisers will decide on next steps together with the person concerned. Participants affiliated with the University of Göttingen can also contact the university’s equal opportunities and anti-discrimination offices.

Information on Accessibility

The main venue (Oeconomicum) and the Digital Creative Space are wheelchair accessible, with ramps at the front entrance and elevators on every floor.
Please feel free to contact us in advance if you need information about the accessibility of the dinner venue.
If you have access needs, dietary requirements or allergies, or caring responsibilities that affect your participation, please contact the organisers. Requests are treated confidentially. Information that has already been communicated to us has been considered.
Breaks are built into the programme, and you are welcome to take additional breaks whenever needed.
A quiet room will be made available at the Oeconomicum.
Gender-neutral and gendered restrooms are within walking distance. Menstrual hygiene products are available free of charge.
Food served during the breaks is vegetarian and vegan.
Alcohol may be available at the conference dinner, but there is no expectation to drink or to stay for the whole evening. Non-alcoholic options will be provided.

Get more Information about accessibility at the University of Göttingen through our Digital Campus Map here.

Room of Silence

Göttingen University has set up a "Room of Silence" for its students and employees on the ground floor of the "Blue Tower", located on central campus. This room stands open to employees, associates and guests of the University of Göttingen who are looking for a place to find tranquillity and relaxation, to meditate, gather themselves or hold silent prayer.

On weekdays from 09:00 to 21:30 CET, the "Room of Silence" is freely accessible to University users seeking silence and quiet.

Please note that there are times during which events are held in the room. During these times use by individuals is not possible.