The event focused on exploring participants’ own understanding of (self-)leadership: How do I manage myself in my day-to-day work? How can I demonstrate my effectiveness and develop it in a targeted manner?
Together with Sibille Baier—a business mathematician, consultant, mediator, and trainer—the participants developed strategies for making more conscious use of their individual scope for action and actively shaping their various roles and functions within the academic community.
The concept of setting boundaries also played a key role in this process. Through practical exercises, participants explored how to say “no” in a friendly yet firm manner—and thereby consciously say “yes” to their own priorities.
In addition to providing professional insights, the workshop primarily offered opportunities for discussion, new perspectives, and networking. The goal was to empower the participants in their professional development and support them in shaping their roles in academia and higher education with confidence and effectiveness.
Gender Equality Initiatives at HNU
We empower women – We build networks for the future. The primary goal of HNU’s Officer for Gender Equality in Science and the Arts, Prof. Dr. Anna Meinhardt, is to support women at all levels of academia. She places great importance on women’s visibility and participation in all areas. Women should be present wherever ideas are developed, discussed, and decisions are made. The gender equality initiatives at HNU promote personal and professional development and create opportunities for constructive dialogue. Our activities are designed to reach all academic groups, from female students to adjunct instructors, research assistants, and professors. Workshops for high school girls complement our efforts, with a particular focus on laying the groundwork early on for equitable digital participation.
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Dr. Kathrin Färber
