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Guidelines for Recording Events

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

Berlin Says Thank You — Day of Action 2026

11/21/2026
An event presented by Berlin.de

[Translate to English:] Foto: Niklas Ohlrogge auf Unsplash

The event is aimed at volunteers in Berlin. On this day, numerous partners will offer various thank-you activities, such as guided tours, discounts, or free admission. Some offers require registration or proof of volunteer work. Booking information will be available starting October 26, 2026.

What is it all about?

With this day of action, the State of Berlin expresses its gratitude to volunteers. Partners from Berlin are offering a variety of activities for this occasion. At the same time, the day of action highlights the importance of volunteerism and civic engagement for social cohesion.

What is the purpose?

The event is aimed at volunteers in Berlin. They can choose from a variety of offerings, including free guided tours, free admission, discounts, and special promotions. The specific offerings available in 2026 will be announced prior to the event.

Organization & Participation

According to the event listing, the offers can be booked directly with the respective partners starting October 26, 2026. Depending on the offer, registration or proof of volunteer work may be required. The events take place on-site.

Visit the “Berlin Says Thank You” event page

Target Audience Volunteers in Berlin
Participation Format Open to all; some require registration or proof of volunteer work
Cost Free or at a reduced rate, depending on the specific program
Date November 21, 2026
Venue Various venues in Berlin
Date
Title
Location
Description
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.
[Translate to English:] Im Vordergrund sind grüne Blätter einer Zimmerpflanze zu sehen. Im unscharfen Hintergrund zeigt ein Laptop eine Videokonferenz mit mehreren Personen.

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