German Diversity-Day

DIVERSITY INSPIRES INNOVATION

On 19 May, 2026, TH Wildau celebrates German Diversity Day. This day is initiated every year by Charta der Vielfalt e.V. As a scientific institution, we want to enable innovation - and diverse perspectives inspire innovation!

On this day, we offer a varied programme for networking, exchanging ideas, discussing and celebrating.

Focus on Language

This year, we are placing a special programme focus on the topic of language.

Language is diverse and it enables diversity. As an international university, TH Wildau is proud of the linguistic diversity that our students and staff bring to the campus. Since 2024, the university has also implemented new guidelines for gender-sensitive language use. And communication that is as barrier-free and accessible as possible is a key priority at TH Wildau.

But that’s not all: We want to explore further connections between language and diversity together on May 19, 2026, during German Diversity Day.

So come along, bring your friends and take a stand for visibility and solidarity!

Our programme:

09:00 AM-12:30 PM | Workshop in house 13, room 125

• Workshop: Introduction to German Sign Language (in German spoken and sign language)

• Learn the basics of German Sign Language and how to communicate without words. You’ll learn signs and get communication tips—and you can try out your new skills right away under guidance.

• Led by: Roman Kohl (Gebärdenwürfel UG)

• No prerequisites - the workshop is open to everyone, regardless of prior experience.

• Registration: Just send a quick email to karrierezentrum(at)th-wildau.de - places are limited!

12:00-1:00 PM | in front of the cafeteria and in the cafeteria lobby

• Info booths on language and diversity (in English and German)
• Wheel of fortune and smoothie stand in cooperation with TK

01:00-01:45 PM | Raising of the Pride flag in front of house 13

• featuring speeches by, among others, Ulrike Tippe (President), Frank Nerlich (Mayor of Wildau), and Karin Schmidt (Head of the International Office)
• The speeches will alternate between German and English.
• ... including a short interactive session.

02:00-04:30 PM | Workshop in house 13, room 125

• Workshop: "Empower Your Career: Bold Presence & Space-Taking for Every Body" (in English)

• More presence, more self-confidence, better body language: With creative exercises from the performing arts and drag, you can boost your stage presence for your studies, presentations, and everyday work life.

• Led by: Marilyn Nova White
• No prerequisites - the workshop is open to everyone, regardless of prior experience.
• Registering by email at career(at)th-wildau.de is helpful for planning purposes, but not required.

02:00-04:30 PM | Wokshop in house 13, room 37

• Workshop: "Empower Your Inner Super Hero: Verkörpere Stärke im Hochschulalltag" (in German)

• Discover your inner “superhero” through techniques from drag and performance art, and develop strategies for presenting yourself with confidence in everyday university life – even in challenging situations.

• Led by: Jon Parth
• No prerequisites - the workshop is open to everyone, regardless of prior experience.
• Registering by email at karriere(at)th-wildau.de is helpful for planning purposes, but not required.

Starting at 4:30 PM | Barbecue at StuK

• for free! With vegan options
• Just come by!

Details are subject to change.

Information on accessibility

• The first workshop will be conducted in German Sign Language and spoken German.
• All other program items will be conducted in spoken German and/or English.
• The workshop rooms are wheelchair accessible: Please use the elevator on the left side of the building (as seen from the main entrance).
• In general, feel free to contact us if you have any questions or need assistance!