The promotion of equity and diversity is of utmost importance for the RTG 2756. Together with the University of Göttingen we facilitate the RTG members' equal opportunities and protection against discrimination, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, religion and belief, disability and chronic illness, ethnic and social origin and irrespective of their different experience backgrounds, household and family constellations and life situations. The measures taken by the RTG 2756 include:
Gender- and diversity sensitive recruitment
Gender and diversity awareness trainigs for each cohort
Councelling and support in respective areas
Career development measures for the structurally disadvantaged researchers
- Mentoring and networking with role models
- Professional coaching
- Soft skills courses and workshops
- Additional professional trainings
- Additional conference visits
Support in case of special personal circumstances (parental leave, long-term illness, etc.)
Support by Göttingen Campus: childcare opportunities, mobile work options