TUD Dresden University of Technology stands for integrity, transparency, mutual respect, and responsible conduct. These values form the foundation for trustworthy collaboration in research, teaching, administration, as well as in everyday university life.
When misconduct or violations of rules occur, it can harm people and undermine trust in our university. For this reason, TU Dresden provides a digital reporting system through which reports of potential violations can be submitted confidentially and — if desired — anonymously.
The system is intended for all members of TU Dresden as well as external parties such as business partners or others associated with the university.
By submitting a report, you help identify potential issues early on and prevent harm to individuals and our university.
What reports are helpful for TU Dresden
A report is advisable if you are aware of violations of legal regulations, academic standards, or internal rules, or if such violations are likely to occur.
A report is advisable if you are aware of violations of legal regulations, academic standards, or internal rules, or if such violations are likely to occur.
Please only submit information that you believe to be accurate to the best of your knowledge. If a report later proves to be unfounded, you will not face any disadvantages, provided that you submitted the report in good faith.
How our reporting system protects you
The protection of whistleblowers is a top priority for TU Dresden
How our reporting system protects you
The protection of whistleblowers is a top priority for TU Dresden
- You can submit reports anonymously.
- No technical information that could identify you will be passed on to the responsible contact persons.
- Your report will be processed in a way that makes it even more difficult to trace your identity.
- All submitted information are be end-to-end encrypted and securely stored.
- Reports are handled confidentially and only by authorized persons.
- TU Dresden does not tolerate any reprisals or discrimination against whistleblowers.
How you can help protect your anonymity
- If you would like to remain anonymous, please observe the following guidelines:
- Do not use any device (e.g., mobile phone or computer) provided to you by your employer.
- Avoid using phrases, expressions, or abbreviations that could clearly identify you.
- Check attached documents for metadata that could reveal information about your identity.
How a report is processed
The reporting process consists of just a few steps:
The reporting process consists of just a few steps:
- You select the category or focus of your report.
- You describe the situation in your own words and answer a few additional questions.
- Optionally, you can upload a file to support your report. You may also send a voice message.
- You can remain anonymous throughout the entire process.
What happens to a report
- All information from submitted reports is handled confidentially, unless otherwise agreed with the person reporting.
- Reports of misconduct or violations are carefully reviewed by the responsible officers or contacts.
- Verifiable violations will be penalized accordingly.
Thank you for your active support.
By reporting such incidents, you help strengthen a culture of integrity, fairness, and responsibility at TUD Dresden University of Technology.