The ZAB is the central point of contact for all issues relating to accessibility and the active participation of people with disabilities or chronic illnesses at Bielefeld University. The ZAB offers expertise
• on accessible and diversity-sensitive university development
• in digital accessibility
• for prospective students, students and lecturers on studying with disabilities or chronic illnesses
• for employees and managers on employment with disabilities or chronic illnesses
The ZAB newsletter keeps you up to date. We report at irregular intervals on all the latest news about working and studying with disabilities, chronic or mental illness, Accessibility and ZAB projects.
An inclusive and diverse team will provide you with competent advice on many aspects of equal opportunities and accessibility when studying and working at Bielefeld University. We will answer your questions or refer you to the appropriate contact points depending on the topic. With our expertise and a strong network, we overcome barriers together.
Computer scientist
Confidant of severely disabled people, representative for students with disabilities or chronic illnesses, coordinator of the ZAB
Strategic thinker and competent developer of custom-fit solutions for every possible barrier. He is extensively networked and always well informed. Listens to people and advocates for lived accessibility around the clock
Educational scientist (M.A), bank clerk
Advisor for students with disabilities or chronic illnesses.
Answers all advising questions and provides support in word and deed. She knows from her own studies stumbling blocks on campus and in the module handbook. Accompanies students in overcoming barriers.
Doctor of art history, photographer
Accessibility consultant
Man of the Internet. He competently implements accessible websites and has an eye for design. Illustrates and packages Accessibility in a wide variety of media.
Computer scientist, Intelligent Systems (M.Sc.)
Project digital accessibility in studies and teaching, team leader UniMaps.
Is constantly improving digital accessibility at the university. Develops new tools and accompanies digital teaching. Knows UniMaps inside and out and guides students in its further development.
Sociologist, Global Political Studies (M.A.)
Consultant to the representative of severely disabled people
The analytical head of the team. She develops the right content for everyone and has a scientific eye for Accessibility. Knows exactly how to implement the Diversity Action Plan.
Social worker and educationalist (M.A.)
Project Studienstart Barrier-Free, Peer Mentoring.
Breaks down barriers and builds events. Brings mentors and mentees together and supports them during the start of their studies. Organizes and plans around barrier-free studies.
Sociologist and educationalist (B.A)
Project Care Treasures
Together with Ayten she is responsible for the maintenance of the (3D-)DACHS. In addition to preparing content, she is also responsible for tasks related to the team. Occasionally she also lends her voice to the ZAB for videos.
Computer scientist and computer linguist (B.A.)
DACHS project
She actually only wanted to write a bachelor's thesis. Now she is not only working on (a 3D) DACHS, but also developing clever solutions to skilfully remove digital barriers in everyday university life.
Educationalist (M.A)
Project SHUFFLE
Kim not only brings endurance as a runner, but also as a reliable and friendly educationalist who has the goal of digital accessibility at universities firmly in her sights. With her open and friendly manner, she makes sure that people are happy to keep up with her - whether in the office or at the gym!
Office clerk
1st deputy of the representative of the severely disabled people.
Knows everyone and everything at the university. She accompanies job interviews, takes part in committee meetings and takes care of contractual matters. Always has an open ear and chocolate for her colleagues.
Master of Arts in the subject "History, Economics and Philosophy of Science"
Project "Competence Centre for Digital Accessibility in Higher Education Administration.NRW"
She ensures that digital accessibility does not remain a science, but reaches the administration. With her versatile background, she cleverly networks people inside and outside universities and coordinates everything with a skilful hand.
Computer scientist with knowledge of chemistry (B.Sc.)
Project "Competence Centre for Digital Accessibility in Higher Education Administration.NRW"
Starting as a SHK, he wanders through various projects ending dates and takes care of various programming tasks. Starting at DACHS and as a former member of the Competence Centre, he is now in the process of designing a learning application for an accessible presentation of laws.
Study of Economics (M. Sc.)
Action plan, ZAB Forum
With her talent for organisation and her background in economics, Janina always ensures that everything runs smoothly - whether it's planning projects or organising events. With her open and friendly manner, she is always a good person to talk to - even when things get hectic, she keeps a cool head.
Media Management degree programme (M. Eng.)
Project "Competence Centre for Accessible Digital University Administration.NRW"
With a background in cross-media publishing and development, she brings cross-media thinking expertise to the team. She supports and advises IT in the design of its products and processes with regard to accessibility.
Studied economics (Dipl.-Kfm.) and communication design (B.A.)
Project "Competence Centre for Accessible Digital University Administration.NRW"
Combines the analytical and creative with a background in economics and visual communication. In addition to the creation of accessible documents, he focuses on data analysis and data visualisation in the form of web applications.
Media designer image/sound
Nadine specialises in creating accessible videos, animations, graphics and audio files for the ZAB.
She ensures that multimedia content is accessible and easy to understand for everyone.
Computer scientist (B.Sc.) and philosopher (B.A.)
Project "Competence Centre for Accessible Digital University Administration.NRW"
Brings the developer perspective to the Competence Centre and works to help other developers navigate the field of accessible software.
Jan Reppien - PEVZ - Universität Bielefeld