Diversity and Equal Opportunities

The Phil.-hum. Faculty promotes equality for individuals belonging to diversity categories (physical and mental impairments; age; ethnic origin; social background and status; sexual orientation and gender identity) as well as diversity and equal opportunities at all levels. It strives to reduce barriers to entry and is committed to promoting the combination of work and family/care commitments.

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Here you will find information about future events.

Information and discussion events on topics from all diversity categories

As part of the City of Bern's Action Week Against Racism, we cordially invite you to our next event on Monday, 23 March 2026 (4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.) on the topic of "Racism in Higher Education". An introductory lecture on the topic by Lalitha Chamalakayil (FHNW) will be followed by a dialogue between Gina Vega (Office for Equal Opportunities, University of Bern), India James-Licher (representing the student organisation SCAD – Students of Colour of the African Diaspora) and Lalitha Chamalakayil. There will then be the opportunity for questions and discussion with the audience. The event will take place at vonRoll (Hochschulstrasse 8, 3012 Bern, Room C102) and will be followed by an Apéro. 

You can find the flyer with all the information below. We look forward to seeing you there and to an interesting exchange.