K-WIR: Gender-sensitive teaching and learning spaces

Cross-media communication concept

K-WIR is a cross-media communication concept for raising teachers’ awareness of gender identity and sexual diversity in schools. It includes a learning game as well as print and digital media designed to inform and stimulate discussions. Trainee teachers are often unaware of the relevance of gender-sensitive learning spaces or do not feel knowledgeable enough to create them. K-WIR aims to generate understanding for and visibility of queer people, topics, and lifestyles by promoting self-reflection, empathy, and knowledge, ultimately reducing gender inequality and discrimination in schools.

JURY STATEMENT

The project takes an imaginative and effective approach to raising awareness of gender-based discrimination in schools.

WINNER STATEMENT

We are very honored to receive this award! It's great to see that the need for gender-sensitive teaching spaces is gaining greater attention. We would like to thank everyone who supported us, especially the queer students who shared their experiences with us.

UNIVERSITY

Hochschule für Gestaltung Schwäbisch Gmünd

Schwäbisch Gmünd, DE

WINNER

Celina Grundmann

Hochschule für Gestaltung Schwäbisch Gmünd

Lasse Mieruch

Hochschule für Gestaltung Schwäbisch Gmünd