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Against hate and incitement on the internet: New support services for academics

Scientists who go public with their research are increasingly attacked – verbally, in social media and even physically. To some extent, this also affects colleagues at the University of Erfurt. Against this background, the Federal Association of University Communications and the initiative "Wissenschaft im Dialog" (Science in Dialogue) are opening a nationwide contact point for academics who experience hostility in connection with their research communication.

The "SciComm Support", which will include a website as well as a 24-hour telephone hotline, is to be presented on Thursday, 20 July, at a joint L(a)unchtalk organised by the Federal Association of University Communications and "Wissenschaft im Dialog". The livestream on Youtube will begin at 12.30 pm. "SciComm-Support" is an independent, confidential and nationwide service and can be used not only by university staff, but also by employees at non-university research institutions.

In addition, the counselling centre "elly" has just been launched in Thuringia to provide counselling, support and assistance to those affected by hate speech.

In addition, the University of Erfurt is offering a workshop entitled "Firewall: Countering Hate on the Net" as part of its Academic Qualification Programme in September. Registrations are possible until 17 September.

You can find more information on offers of help on our website at: www.uni-erfurt.de/en/university/consulting-service/emergencies-and-complaints/help-in-case-of-discrimination-harassment-and-violence.

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