At the beginning of 2026, the worldwide community is experiencing a stage of substantially increased geopolitical tensions and societal disputes. Various regions are seeing international violence, diplomatic crises, and domestic protest and freedom motions, which are receiving around the world media and political attention. Current military operations and challenging international security constellations, for instance, have triggered ongoing discussions about worldwide norms, human rights, and global law.
Given the wide range of such advancements, it is not possible for the university to issue a different statement on each private event. TU Dortmund University for that reason emphasizes its binding values with excellent clarity: We stand unequivocally by the fundamental values of democracy, the guideline of law, liberty of idea and science, human dignity, liberty of expression, and diversity as the guiding concepts of our scholastic neighborhood. These values are anchored in our mission declaration and identify our actions in research study, mentor, and social exchange.
TU Dortmund University condemns all kinds of violence, oppression, and undemocratic habits and declares the importance of a respectful, fact-based, and open discourse. As a location of vital thinking, we see ourselves as part of an international scientific community dedicated to the defense and promo of universal worths.