Resources to Identify, Prevent & Report Discrimination and Racism
FH OÖ’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
FH OÖ Compass upholds the 10 guiding principles of the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria. Therefore, FH OÖ Compass upholds guiding principle 2, which states: “We represent a value system that does not tolerate any form of discrimination, be it on the basis of gender, ethnic origin, religion, ideology, disability, age or sexual orientation.”
Additionally, FH OÖ Compass upholds guiding principle 10, which states: “We are committed to the fundamental right to education for all people and support people nationally and internationally in acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills.”
FH OÖ commits to creating and maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment for all students. Here you’ll find resources to identify, prevent, and report discrimination and racism.
Identify Discrimination and Racism
According to the Federal Ministry Republic of Austria European and International Affairs, discrimination is defined as treating persons unequally “based on personal characteristics such as sex, race, colour, national or social origin, religion, language or opinion.”1
According to the European Union Commission, racism is defined as “ideas or theories of superiority of one race or group of persons of one ethnic origin.” 2
Discrimination and racism are never acceptable. However, unfortunately, they still occur. Here are resources and recommendations to identify, prevent, and report discrimination and racism to ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive community for all students, professors, and staff at FH OÖ.
In order to identify discrimination and racism, it’s essential to become aware of your own perspective and biases, which are often a result of your upbringing, life experiences, and country of origin. Educate yourself and expand your perspectives by unlearning your own biases and engaging in constructive conversations with others.
The FH OÖ Compass upholds the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria’s guiding principle 10, which states: “We are committed to the fundamental right to education for all people and support people nationally and internationally in acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills.” FH OÖ students are encouraged to continue learning and unlearning their biases and perspectives to develop and grow.
1 Österreich, Außenministerium der Republik (n.d.), “Fight Against Racism and Discrimination,” (accessed January 12, 2024), [available at https://www.bmeia.gv.at/en/fight-against-racism, https://www.bmeia.gv.at/en/fight-against-racism].
2 “racism – European Commission” (n.d.), (accessed January 12, 2024), [available at https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/networks/european-migration-network-emn/emn-asylum-and-migration-glossary/glossary/racism_en].
Prevent Discrimination and Racism
Further information to identify, prevent, and report discrimination and racism
Learn about the FH OÖ Gender and Diversity Management Conference (GDM-K)
Need Help? Anonymously Report to the FH OÖ GDM-K
Need Help? Contact an FH OÖ Mental Health First Responder on your Campus
Need Help? Contact the ÖH FH OÖ Student Helpline
ZARA Civil Courage and Anti-Racism-Work
Federal Ministry Republic of Austria: Fight Against Racism and Discrimination
fulbrightaustria: HERstory: A Woman of Color’s Journey through Three Countries
Counseling Centers to receive more support
Ombud for Equal Treatment
Personal and free consultation (also with translation service)
Monday – Thursday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Phone: 0800 – 206 119 (Consultation and reporting of an incident)
Phone: 0732 – 783 877 (Regional Office for Upper Austria)
Mail: gaw@bka.gc.at
www.gleichbehandlungsanwaltschaft.at
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