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Only events that are clearly related to civic engagement, volunteer work, or civic participation in Berlin are posted on engagiertes.berlin.

Events related to volunteering, civic engagement, and participation
Opportunities for exchange, networking, and collaboration
Opportunities for participation and engagement
Recognition and appreciation initiatives for volunteers
Expert and strategy events in the context of civic engagement

The following are not included:

Events and programs that charge a fee
Events that are purely promotional or sales-oriented
Commercial events with no connection to the public good
General recreational or cultural offerings unrelated to civic engagement
Content not relevant to Berlin or civic engagement

Clusters for classification

Recognition: Honoring volunteers and initiatives
Network: Exchange, knowledge, cooperation
Participation: Activities and active involvement
Support: Development and structure of civic engagement

[Translate to English:] Grafik zur 4. Berliner Engagementkonferenz am 2. und 3. November 2026 mit weißer Typografie vor einem Foto von Menschen mit erhobenen Händen.

[Translate to English:] Bildnachweis: Landesnetzwerk Bürgerengagement Berlin e. V. (LNBE)

Under the motto “Together We Are Strong,” the 4th Berlin Civic Engagement Conference will address current challenges facing Berlin’s civil society. The focus will be on collaboration among organizations, the political framework, and the future of civic engagement. A panel discussion, workshops, and group discussions will provide opportunities to share experiences and develop new perspectives.

What is it about?

The two-day conference is dedicated to the future of volunteerism in Berlin. It focuses on political developments, collaboration within civil society, and opportunities for joint action.

What will be covered?

Through a panel discussion and several workshops, participants will explore networking, youth engagement, resource management, and the capacity of civil society organizations to take action. Joint discussions will help develop perspectives for future collaboration.

Organization & Participation

The event, organized by the Landesnetzwerk Bürgerengagement Berlin e. V. (LNBE), will take place on November 2 and 3 at bUm in Berlin-Kreuzberg. Registration is available via the event website.

Further information:

Visit the LNBE event page

Target Audience	Active citizens, initiatives, organizations
Participation Format	By registration
Cost	Free of charge
Date	November 2–3, 2026
Venue	Paul-Lincke-Ufer 21, 10999 Berlin

Program for the 4th Berlin Engagement Conference

Monday, November 2, 2026

3:30–4:00 p.m.	Doors open and arrival
4:00–4:30 p.m.	Welcome
4:30–4:45	Results of the 2026 Forums
4:45–6:00	Panel Discussion: Berlin After the Election—Impact on Civic Engagement
6:00–6:10	Presentation of engagiertes.berlin
6:10–6:25	Music by the Batumi Vocal Ensemble
Starting at 6:25 p.m.	Socializing and networking over food and drinks
4:00 PM–8:00 PM	Accompanying Program: Mobile City Hall and Volunteer Card App

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

8:30–9:00 a.m.	Doors open and arrival
9:00–9:30	Welcome and Introduction to the Workshops
9:30–11:15	Workshops – Round 1 (6 concurrent sessions)
11:15–11:45	Break
11:45–1:30	Workshops – Round 2 (6 concurrent sessions)
1:30–2:30	Lunch break
2:30–4:00	Joint Closing Session: Results and Future Collaboration
4:00	End of the conference

Date

Title

Location

Description

Nov 01 16:00

Dorfkirche Alt-Tegel, Alt-Tegel 39a, 13507 Berlin

Ehrenamtsbüro Reinickendorf, vivo-Kulturkirche am See

The Reinickendorf Volunteer Office invites volunteers to a thank-you concert at the Dorfkirche Alt-Tegel. The Begegnungschor choir and the Teg’ler Zupforchester will perform music from various countries and eras. The concert is intended to honor volunteer work in Reinickendorf. Admission is free, but registration is required.

[Translate to English:] Nahaufnahme eines aufgeschlagenen Notenblatts mit gedruckten Musiknoten.

Nov 01 16:00

Dorfkirche Alt-Tegel, Alt-Tegel 39a, 13507 Berlin

Ehrenamtsbüro Reinickendorf, vivo-Kulturkirche am See

[Translate to English:] Zwei Personen stehen am Ufer des Tegeler Sees in Berlin und blicken auf das Wasser. Im Hintergrund ist der Himmel vom Sonnenuntergang rötlich gefärbt.

Oct 20 18:00

How do textbooks portray migration, diversity, and social belonging? In the NaDiRa Lecture Series, Prof. Dr. Riem Spielhaus presents the latest research findings on these questions. The lecture examines which social groups and perspectives are represented in educational media. It also addresses approaches to combating discrimination in schools and the classroom.

[Translate to English:] Nahaufnahme mehrerer übereinanderliegender Bücher mit unterschiedlich farbigen Einbänden. Der Hintergrund ist unscharf.

Sep 11 12:30

Thüringer Staatskanzlei, Vertretung des Freistaats Thüringen beim Bund, Anton-Wilhelm-Amo-Straße 64, 10117 Berlin

Bundesnetzwerk Bürgerschaftliches Engagement (BBE)

The kickoff event marks the start of the 22nd Week of Civic Engagement. The focus is on this year’s theme, “Shaping the Future Together.” You can look forward to a panel discussion, examples of civic engagement, and the “Market of Togetherness.” The event will take place at the Representative Office of the Free State of Thuringia to the Federal Government in Berlin.

Aug 27 14:00

Landesnetzwerk Bürgerengagement Berlin (LNBE)

The event addresses racism and discrimination in volunteer work among migrants. It will present qualitative research findings and the perspectives of migrants involved in volunteer work. The discussion will focus on barriers to volunteerism, the implications for democratic participation, and possible courses of action. Following the presentation, there will be time for exchange and discussion.