Expert Lecture:
The Employee as a Witness in Court

A guide to professionalism and legal certainty in challenging situations.

What it's about

Employees in women's shelters and social counseling centers do indispensable work. But what happens when your professional activity leads you to the witness stand? This situation requires not only emotional skill but also a solid knowledge of your rights and obligations. Our expert lecture specifically prepares you for this challenge and gives you the necessary confidence.

Lecture Content

Get practical answers to the most important questions:

• Right to Refuse Testimony for Social Workers (§ 53 StPO)

  Under what circumstances may or must you refuse to testify? We shed light on the legal basis and clarify which specific regulations apply to employees of women's shelters and similar institutions.

• Professional Conduct on the Witness Stand

  From the right demeanor to precise wording: Learn how to prepare optimally, act confidently, and get your statements to the point factually and clearly, without letting yourself be instrumentalized.

Who is this lecture for?

This lecture is aimed at all professionals who are entrusted with sensitive information in their work:

• Employees of women's and children's protection facilities
• Social workers and social pedagogues
• Employees in counseling centers for victims of violence
• Managers and teams in the social sector

Your Speaker

An experienced expert from legal practice specializing in social and criminal law will guide you through the evening and answer your individual questions.

Date & Registration

Strengthen your competence and gain confidence for an emergency.

Date: To be announced shortly
Location: Online event / In-person event in [City]
Registration: Information on registration will follow.