The Role of Intelligence Services in Bielefeld: Security and Defense Policy in Dialogue
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Intelligence Services in Focus: How does an open society defend itself?
Since the Russian war of aggression, questions of security and defense have returned to everyday life. The lecture The Role of Intelligence Services in Security and Defense Policy at Bielefeld University highlights the significance of intelligence services for political decisions, state security, and the resilience of an open society.
An Evening about Security, Democracy, and Political Responsibility
Current challenges of security and defense policy in Germany and Europe take center stage. The event contextualizes the work of intelligence services within a larger societal framework and examines how a liberal democracy responds to external threats and internal tensions.
The lecture is part of the event series by the Forum Open Science in the winter semester 2026/27. Under the guiding motif How does an open society defend itself?, the series connects scientific expertise with a public debate on peace, security, and resilience.
Lecture by PD Dr. Jan Helmig
PD Dr. Jan Helmig from the Faculty of Sociology at Bielefeld University will deliver the fourth lecture in the series. The academic classification connects political science perspectives with questions of security architecture and the democratic control of state power.
After the lecture, there will be an opportunity to ask questions directly to the lecturer. This creates an event experience that goes beyond mere knowledge transfer and fosters exchange, inquiries, and diverse perspectives.
Forum Open Science Invites Discussion
The Forum Open Science is aimed at students from all disciplines as well as interested citizens from Bielefeld and the region. The organization focuses on a direct dialogue between science and the public. The in-person event in auditorium Y-0-111 provides a concentrated setting with a factual atmosphere and subsequent discussion.
Important for event planning: Entry is via the auditorium building Y, room Y-0-111. The event begins at 6:15 PM and is expected to end at 7:45 PM. Admission is free, and all interested parties are welcome.
Conclusion: Experience Scientific Perspectives Live
Anyone wanting to understand current developments in security and defense policy and to discuss the role of intelligence services in a nuanced way will find well-founded insights on this evening. Experience the lecture by PD Dr. Jan Helmig live at Bielefeld University and bring your questions to the subsequent discussion.
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