Awareness Final 2025 - FIRST LEGO League an educational STEM Programm for everybody between 4 and 16

We want a respectful, inclusive and safe environment for the FIRST LEGO League Final D-A-CH in Siegen.

The awareness concept was developed in cooperation between Hörnberger-Eventtechnik and HANDS on TECHNOLOGY e.V.. It promotes respectful interaction and offers support in the event of discriminatory or transgressive behavior.

1. What does awareness mean?

„Awareness refers to the conscious attention to situations in which the boundaries of others are or have been crossed. All forms of →discrimination and →(sexualized) violence can play a role in this, but it is also about sensitivity to a person’s well-being. Awareness (the English word is used in German) is a theory and practice that arose in feminist circles in Germany, inspired by second-wave feminism in the USA. It has since made its way into club, festival, and other subcultural spaces. Awareness work aims to ensure that all people, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, skin color, origin, appearance, and physical abilities, can feel as comfortable, free, and safe as possible.

Border-crossing situations and (sexualized) violence should be prevented in advance by making people aware of structures and reflecting on them. If they do occur, there are trained staff to whom affected persons can turn for advice, support and help, if necessary." (Quelle: https://awareness-akademie.de/glossar/)

2. Aims of the awareness concept

Safety and well-being

We are committed to creating a safe space where everyone feels comfortable.

The event should offer protection from discrimination, harassment or inappropriate behavior.

Clear contact persons are on duty for questions or problems. Volunteers and the organizers are involved in the awareness team for the duration of the entire event.

Respect and inclusion

We want people to treat each other with respect.

Be sensitive to diversity and people's different needs.

We are committed to creating a strong sense of community so that everyone feels welcome.

Support and offers of assistance

The awareness team for the event consists of trained contact persons. Volunteers in pink vests help with questions or problems.

We provide emergency contacts for acute problems. Kristina and Niklas can be reached by phone throughout the event.

All judges, referees, assessors and coaches have been informed about the awareness concept and sensitized to the topic.

We promote a culture of open communication. Ask if you need help .

Promoting positive cooperation

We encourage all participants to show fairness, team spirit and mutual support.

Good cooperation, empathy and mindfulness are important to us.

We create clarity through fixed rules and easily accessible contact points to avoid conflicts.

The awareness concept actively contributes to making the event a positive and appreciative experience for everyone.

All participants, supervisors, volunteers and visitors should act accordingly and contribute to a respectful and safe event.

3. How and when can you get in touch?

If you have any problems, conflicts, unpleasant experiences, etc., please contact our awareness team in the pink vests or call one of these numbers. We will help you further.

Kristina: +49 155 60 87 50 27
Niklas: +49 155 60 87 50 29

We will treat your request confidentially and in a solution-oriented manner.

4. Further measures & support on site

TheCode of Conduct for the FIRST LEGO League final in Siegen will be read out by various representatives at the opening on Friday.

Feeling overwhelmed, just need a break or a place to retreat? You can get the key for the relaxation room D405 at the information stand.

Hygiene baskets with deodorant, panty liners and tampons, hand cream, hygiene spray, etc. are also available to borrow from the information stand. Feel free to contact us.