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Inclusion at the University of Siegen

We provide information, support and advice on all issues relating to inclusion and accessibility in studies, teaching and the workplace. Students and employees each have their own advice and support services.

Inclusion Concept

About the Inclusive University of Siegen Service Office

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News and dates

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Call for Proposals: SHK/WHB at the Office for Equal Opportunity/Service Office for an Inclusive University of Siegen

The Office for Equal Opportunity, part of the Inclusive University of Siegen Service Office, is seeking a student assistant (SHK) or a research assistant with a bachelor’s degree to start as soon as possible. We look forward to receiving your application by October 16, 2026.

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Study

Digital Tools for Students with Disabilities: Survey

The goal of a survey conducted by the Competence Center for Digital Accessibility in North Rhine-Westphalia is to learn more about how students with diverse needs experience their studies, which digital tools, apps, or assistive technologies support them in their daily academic lives, and what kind of support is currently lacking. The survey will remain open until July 31, 2026.

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Studying with Autism and/or ADHD: Presentation and Resources

Please find attached the presentation and contact information for the lecture "Invisible Barriers: Studying with ADHD or Autism" held on May 21, 2026.

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"I am hidden, notice me! - Making young carers visible, strengthening and networking"

Young carers - children, teenagers and young adults who regularly take on caring or supportive tasks in their families - often remain hidden. They look after relatives with chronic illnesses, physical or mental impairments or addictions and often receive little support.

With this workshop, the South Westphalia Regional Office would like to raise awareness of the life situation of young carers, highlight the challenges and burdens they face and present existing support services.

 

Date: Monday, July 13, 2026

Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Format: Digital

 

The speakers will be Lea Dreissen (social worker B.A.) and Wolfgang Foltin (qualified social pedagogue) from the "In zwei Welten" initiative. The event is aimed at professionals, multipliers and anyone who works with young people or is interested in the topic.

Participation is free of charge. Registration is possible until 05.07.2026.

 

To register, please use the following link
or follow the QR code on the flyer below.

 

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Invisible barriers: Studying with ADHD or Autism

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Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2026

The 15th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) will take place around May 21, 2026, with a diverse program on digital accessibility across universities in NRW. This year, a total of 18 events are lined up, organized in collaboration with Moodle.NRW, ILIAS.nrw, and the Kompetenzzentrum digitale Barrierefreiheit.nrw.

Support services

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For students

Studying with a disability or chronic illness: Identifying realistic pathways into university, through your studies, and into professional life.

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For employees

Working with a disability or chronic illness: As a legally established, independent representation of interests, the representative for staff with severe disabilities is at your side.

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Barrier-free teaching

Information and training opportunities for implementing accessibility in teaching

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For students

The Service Office Inclusive University of Siegen is the central point of contact for students with disabilities or chronic illnesses.

The representative for students with disabilities or chronic Illnesses provides advice and support, particularly on issues relating to compensation for disadvantages and individual arrangements during studies.

Contact persons at
Service Office Inclusive University of Siegen

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Dr. Sonja Weber-Menges

Director of the Inclusive University Service Office
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Patrick Graw

Staff Member, Inclusive University Service Office, Focus on Digital Accessibility

Representative for students with disabilities or chronic illnesses

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Dr. Sonja Weber-Menges

Representative for students with disabilities or chronic illnesses
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Barrier-free teaching

Here you will find information and training opportunities for implementing accessibility in teaching. If you have any questions, please contact the Service Office Inclusive University of Siegen.

 

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