In this edition of 'Meet your Peers!', we will address on a topic that often remains invisible in everyday work and research, but which affects some of us: abuse of power and how to deal with it.

Frauke Spreckels from the Counseling services for employees at TU Darmstadt will give a practical keynote speech and address key questions:

• Is this normal?
• Where are the boundaries between the legitimate exercise of power and the illegitimate abuse of power?
• How can abuse of power be prevented – and what preventive measures are available?
• What are the typical signs of abuse of power?
• And, most importantly: What can I do if I am affected?

The presentation offers clear guidance and highlights the specific support services offered by the counselling services. We are also interested in hearing about your experiences and would like to invite you to join us for a discussion after the presentation. There will be time for discussion and exchange, as well as time to answer all your questions.

Course language: English

Everyone is welcome – just come and join us!

Participation link:
https://tu-darmstadt.zoom-x.de/j/69663137514?pwd=aKwiTaFt6uisacc9sCDjF8F6PsxZUe.1 Meeting ID: 696 6313 7514
Access code: 480222

About 'Meet your Peers!'

'Meet your Peers!' is the perfect opportunity to be inspired, gain new perspectives and strengthen your network within the Graduate School. Whether it is about scientific content or dealing with the challenges of interdisciplinary teams – here you will find inspiration, expertise and practical insights.

An exciting impulse awaits you in every appointment:

• either from technical experts who provide practical tips for your research or
• of peers who offer valuable suggestions for "daily doing" in interdisciplinary collaboration

Participation in the event requires a doctoral project or ongoing doctoral procedure (e.g. an industrial doctorate) at TU Darmstadt in the fields of energy and the environment.