Female Futures: Weg mit der Oma-Rolle

In the organizer's words:

The older they are, the more stereotypical their appearance: women over 50 are mainly shown in films and television as companions to their husbands and families, as funky power women or wise grandmothers. However, images of women's age have changed dramatically in recent decades, and the over-60 generation is more diverse than ever. But far too little of this is shown in the stories told.

These one-sided images not only influence society's understanding of old age, but also women's self-image. How can this be changed? How can feminist visions create more realistic and empowering images of older women?

The successful actress Jutta Speidel and the long-standing film producer Barbara Wackernagel-Jacobs have been campaigning for gender equality for many years. They actively combat the conditions faced by older women in the media. They will talk to journalist Silke Burmester about their experiences and the importance of authentic female roles beyond stereotypical portrayals.

The event is part of the Female Futures series. This addresses the real consequences for women in a society that is far from reaching its goal in terms of gender equality.

Price information:

Our events are generally free of charge, but registration via our website is required. Online registration is usually activated at 9 a.m. 14 days before the respective event. Three working days before the event, we also release a few remaining places at 9 am. You can register an accompanying person.