Sexual coercion in the job center: Bremen clerk in court!

Am 6. Juni 2025 steht ein Job Center-Mitarbeiter in Bremen wegen versuchter sexueller Nötigung vor Gericht.
On June 6, 2025, a job center employee in Bremen will be on trial for attempted sexual assault. (Symbolbild/MB)

Sexual coercion in the job center: Bremen clerk in court!

A case of sexual assault causes a stir in Bremen. A job center clerk stands before the district court after contacting a woman by phone in 2021. What sounds like a normal conversation initially turned out to be a shocking experience. The officer informed the woman that she was registered for a language course at a school and then asked an insolent question: he asked her if she was interested in sex with him. His justifying statement: he would not carry out all registrations and it was lucky that he chose them. His indication that he could do everything as a civil servant illustrates the dishonest position in which he was. beutunbinnen.de reports that the indictment of attempted sexual coercion will be.

The allegations against the clerk are serious and represent a clear break in trust that citizens put in public institutions. Sexualized violence, which also includes sexual coercion, is a serious challenge in our society. According to Violence, bremen.de different forms of sexualized violence are known in Bremen. It attacks at work or other forms of sexual harassment.

contact points and support

In view of such incidents, it is of the utmost importance that those affected know who they can turn to. In Bremen there are numerous offers of help for women who are affected by sexual violence. The Bremen Violence Protection Way at the Bremen-Mitte Clinic offers a confidential DNA track protection and legal medical documentation, which can also be used without a police complaint. For psychological counseling for sexual violence, those affected can contact the Notruf Bremen e.V.

In addition, there is also the help telephone service "Violence against Women", which is anonymous and free of charge in Germany. In addition, advice centers are available that deal with topics such as violence in relationships, separation and general life counseling. These organizations are actively involved in the social equality of women. Similar women's advice centers are available in every federal state that can offer crucial support to help women in crises. Further information can be found on the website of frei-ge-get-galt.de

Another sign for social problems

This case shows once again how crucial it is to act against sexual violence. Such incidents not only have individual consequences, but also influence the social climate as a whole. It is important to speak and act openly on such topics. Affected people should feel safe and supported if they want to defend themselves against such attacks. This is the only way to raise awareness that such attacks are not tolerated.

The Bremen District Court will decide on the indictment in the coming days. It remains to be hoped that this case not only leads to a fair punishment, but also to a more intensive examination of the topic of sexual violence in our society.

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