The presentation conveys the basics of tax law and strengthens one’s ability to handle tax-related questions. The fundamentals of an income tax return are explained clearly, so that you can prepare your income tax return for 2022 on time and submit it by October 2, 2023 at the latest. This deadline is important for everyone who must file a return.

The presentation will specifically address questions that frequently arise for early career researchers:

• Which income must I declare as an employee?
• What can I claim for tax purposes?
• How do children affect the tax return?
• How are guest lectures taxed?
• Which income and expenses are relevant for freelance work?
• Do I have to pay taxes on a scholarship?
• What special considerations apply to stays abroad?
• Do I need to file a tax return at all?

Dominique C. Pontani is a tax advisor with her own practice in Wiesbaden and is committed to financial education for women. She is active as a board member at BerufsWege für Frauen e.V. and for Zonta as a board member at the Hessian Women’s Council.

The event is part of the series “No worries?! An information and exchange series on care work and university , organized by the Equality and Diversity Office in close cooperation with the Family Services Center of Personnel Development.