Equal opportunity and diversity are a fundamental cross-cutting issue at Saarland University and are firmly anchored in the university development plan.
The Equal Opportunity and Diversity Management Unit (CDM) is the point of contact for all members of the university on the topics of equal opportunity and diversity management.
CDM works on a continuous improvement of structures and processes at Saarland University (governance) as well as on the improvement of the individual situation of single groups or members of the UdS (consulting and services).
In addition to these cross-departmental tasks, three sub-units of the CDM staff unit are dedicated to the areas of studying with disabilities, family and diversity.

    • Inclusive Education Office

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The Inclusive Education Office (BiS) is committed to ensuring that Saarland University is a “university for all”.

The BiS offers the following services:

  • Advice for students with impairments on compensatory arrangements (Nachteilsausgleich) and available support options
  • Advice for teaching staff as well as members of examination boards and examination offices on implementing compensatory arrangements and on accessibility
  • Networking with internal and external stakeholders in the field of studying with impairments
  • Organisation of projects and events related to combining studies with disability
  • Management of the Diversity Room – one room for many at Saarland University

    • Diversity Office

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The Diversity Office is dedicated to recognising and supporting the diversity on our campus – addressing existing issues such as discrimination as well as the potential that diversity brings.

It offers:

  • Information and advice on experiences of discrimination, on preventive anti-discrimination measures, and on diversity management
  • Opportunities for exchange and activities to promote diversity and acceptance on our university campus, including: Diversity Weeks, Diversity Orientation Training, Diversity Consulting Service for applicants for funding
  • Development of measures and instruments aimed at creating a discrimination-free university

Saarland University has been certified as a family‑friendly university since 2004 and is committed to promoting the compatibility of studies, work, academic careers, and family life.

The Family Office of the Division for Equal Opportunities and Diversity Management (CDM) serves as a central point of contact and advisory service for students as well as academic and administrative staff. Its main responsibilities include:

  • Confidential and free information and consultations, for example on maternity protection and parental leave, active fatherhood, childcare options, or taking on care responsibilities
  • Coordination of the university’s own childcare services, such as the Unikate day-care centre, the online babysitting database, and the FUNKT holiday programme for primary school children
  • Organisation of events and networking opportunities, such as the Work-Life Balance Weeks (Wochen der Vereinbarkeit) and the digital Parents’ Café@UdS, which are open to all families and interested members of the university community

We thank Peter Schaar for the short presentation of our unit in German Sign Language. Peter Schaar is a lecturer for German Sign Language at the Language Center of Saarland University.

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