AKAFÖ Akademisches Förderungswerk, AöR

The Akademische Förderungswerk (AKAFÖ) is a student services organization based in Bochum that is comprehensively committed to supporting students and university staff at the Bochum universities and the Westfälische Hochschule at the Gelsenkirchen, Recklinghausen and Bocholt locations.

• Catering: The AKAFÖ operates numerous canteens and cafeterias to provide students with adequate catering.
• Living space: It rents out over 4,200 places in student dormitories to ensure students have safe and accessible accommodation.
• BAföG and Financing: The AKAFÖ is responsible for implementing BAföG and arranging student loan programs.
• Childcare: It offers two daycare centers to relieve parents among students and university staff.
• Disability Counseling: A counseling center for the inclusion of people with disabilities supports students with disabilities and chronic illnesses.
• Cultural Promotion: Cultural events are organized through the Bochumer Studentische Kulturoperative (BOSKOP).

The AKAFÖ strives to offer students and university staff a comprehensive range of support services to improve their living and study conditions. It values inclusion, diversity and the promotion of culture and internationality.

Although specific sustainability goals are not explicitly mentioned, the AKAFÖ is committed to the accessibility of its digital offerings and offers comprehensive support for students with disabilities. It also promotes cultural and international programs that contribute to diversity and inclusion.

The AKAFÖ is a central partner for the universities in the region by providing comprehensive services to support students and university staff. Through its diverse offerings, it makes a significant contribution to improving the quality of life and the study environment.