Events
Here you will find dates for upcoming events – interviews, readings, lectures and much more. If you are interested in a collaboration, for example for a lecture, a reading or an interview, as well as for professional exchange or networking in the health and education sector, please send me an e-mail to info.johannaelsen@web.de
Further information can also be found compactly summarized in my handout.
Action Day "Eating Disorders Know No Weight"
As part of the action day, I will be giving my book presentation "Understanding and Helping Eating Disorders", which includes an open discussion round. First, I will introduce the contents, the genesis, and the motivations behind my book. I will highlight current topics such as the competition among those affected, the role of clinics and social media, and how relatives, caregivers, and professionals can support those affected.
In cooperation with queerKAstle and the photo project "Your Body Is Enough", and with financial support from AOK Mittlerer Oberrhein and the Dr. Hans and Therese Krille Foundation, BESS is organizing an action day to promote body acceptance and raise awareness of eating disorders. The action day offers a diverse program with lectures, workshops, a panel talk, and opportunities for exchange.
Date & Time: November 26, 2026, 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: queerKAstle, Liebigstraße 10-12, 76135 Karlsruhe
*Free admission, incl. on-site book sales
Interested individuals are cordially invited!
Understanding and Helping with Eating Disorders – Lecture with Open Discussion
As part of the Mental Health Week, under the motto "Together instead of side-by-side – for a society where every psyche counts", I will be giving a lecture on eating disorders in cooperation with ApK – Landesverband Berlin e.V. (Relatives of Mentally Ill People), followed by an open question and discussion round.
In my lecture, I will discuss the content, genesis, and motivations behind my advisory book "Normalgewicht" (Normal Weight). I will shed light on current topics such as the competitive struggle among those affected, the role of clinics and social media, and how relatives can support affected individuals. The lecture will last approximately 45 minutes.
Date & Time: October 15, 2026, 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Pinel gGmbH, 7th floor, Conference Room 7, Dominicusstr. 5, 10823 Berlin
*Free admission
Due to limited room capacity, prior registration is required. Please send an email to: anmeldung@apk-berlin.de
Interested individuals are warmly invited!
Understanding and Helping Eating Disorders – Book Presentation with Open Discussion
In my presentation, I will discuss the content, genesis, and motivations behind the book. I will address current topics such as competition among those affected, the role of clinics and social media, and how relatives can support affected individuals. The presentation will last approximately 45 minutes, followed by an open Q&A and discussion session.
Date & Time: October 8, 2026, 6:30 PM
Location: Lehmanns Media Bookstore, Luisenstraße 9, 10117 Berlin (Charité campus)
*Free admission, including on-site book sales
Due to limited space, prior registration is required. Please send an email to: berlin-charite@lehmanns.de
All interested individuals are warmly invited!
Understanding and Helping with Eating Disorders – Book Presentation with Open Discussion
In my presentation, I will discuss the content, genesis, and motivations behind the book. I will shed light on current topics such as competition among those affected, the role of clinics and social media, and how relatives can support those affected. The presentation will last approximately 45 minutes; an open Q&A and discussion session will follow.
Date & Time: May 28, 2026, 5:30 PM
Location: Hospitalstraße 4, 24105 Kiel (Lecture Hall: Pharmacology, UKSH)
*Free admission, including book sales on site
All interested individuals are warmly invited!
Fem*Med Kiel is a working group of the Medical Students' Council in Kiel, which is committed to intersectional feminist principles against sexism and all forms of discrimination. They aim to educate, destigmatize, de-taboo, raise awareness, and sensitize. The focus is on topics within the medical context. More information: Fem*Med Kiel
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The event in Kiel has already taken place. In the blog post, you can gain insights into the lecture, the topics covered, and the subsequent open discussion with the participants.
LIVE on Radio free FM
On May 11th, I will be a live guest on Radio free FM from Ulm. In the show, I will talk with the hosts about all topics related to my book and answer your questions! It will be in the form of an interview, but with a relaxed, conversational tone. I sincerely thank the Radio free FM team for the invitation and look forward to everyone who tunes in. 🎙️
Date & Time: May 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Radio free FM, FM 102.6 MHz, Cable 97.70 MHz & 93.45 MHz
More information: Radio free FM
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The live broadcast on Radio free FM has already taken place. In the blog post, you can get insights into the interview, the discussed topics related to the book, and special moments from the broadcast.
Campus Evening at DHBW Villingen-Schwenningen:
Understanding and Helping with Eating Disorders – Book Presentation with Open Discussion
DHBW Villingen-Schwenningen invites you to a Campus Evening. As a guest, I will be speaking about the content, origin, and motivations behind the book. I will highlight current topics such as the competitive struggle among those affected, the role of clinics and social media, and how relatives can support those affected. The presentation will last approximately 45 minutes, followed by an open Q&A and discussion session.
Date & Time: April 15, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Karlstraße 29/31 in 78054 Villingen-Schwenningen (Auditorium Rose)
*Free admission, incl. book sales on site
Interested individuals are cordially invited! More information: DHBW Villingen-Schwenningen
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This Campus Evening has already taken place. In the blog post, you can gain insights into the lecture, the topics covered, and the subsequent open discussion with the students.
Understanding Eating Disorders – Book Talk with Open Discussion
As a guest speaker, I will discuss the content, genesis, and motivation behind the book. I will shed light on current topics such as the competition among affected individuals, the role of social media, and what options relatives have to better support those affected. The talk will last approximately 45 minutes, followed by an open Q&A and discussion, including on-site book sales.
Date & Time: November 16, 2025, 5 PM
Location: Kulturfabrik Moabit, Lehrter Str. 35, 10557 Berlin
*Free admission, incl. on-site book sales
Interested individuals are cordially invited! More information: Kulturfabrik Moabit and TWA
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This talk has already taken place. In the blog post, you can gain insights into the evening, the topics discussed, and impressions from the exchange on-site.
Book Sale at the Impuls Werkschau 2025
September 20 – 21, 2025: Marktstraße 13/15, 88212 Ravensburg
I will be there in person on both days, selling my books directly at the stand.
Come by, discover many creative projects, and get your copy!
Price: €25 (Reduced for students: €20)
More information: Impuls Werkschau 2025
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The event is now in the past. In the blog post, you can read about how the exhibition went, what encounters took place, and what impressions remained.
