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  • Opportunities for participation and engagement
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Clusters for classification

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

Honor Day 2026: Germany Celebrates Volunteerism

05/23/2026
An event presented by Die Deutsche Stiftung für Engagement und Ehrenamt

[Translate to English:] Bundespräsident Frank-Walter Steinmeier bei der Auftaktveranstaltung zum "Ehrentag" in Schloss Bellevue am 23. Mai 2025. Foto: Bundesregierung/Sandra Steins

“Ehrentag” is a nationwide day of participation on May 23, 2026, marking the anniversary of the Basic Law. You can get involved by organizing your own activities or participating in local events. The initiative, under the patronage of the Federal President, demonstrates how civic engagement brings people together. Activities will take place both online and in person, bringing democracy to life in a tangible way.

“The Day of Honor. For you. For us. For everyone.” invites you to join us on May 23, 2026, for the first nationwide day of participation celebrating the anniversary of our Constitution. You can experience how shared commitment brings people together and strengthens our society.

 

Community Call: Kickoff for the 2026 “Day of Honor” Year

 

During the Community Call for the Day of Celebration 2026 , you’ll get a concise overview of the coming months. Together with other volunteers, you’ll actively kick off the Year of the Day of Celebration and receive the latest information directly from the project team.

Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 5:00–6:00 p.m.

Registration

 

€500 in campaign funding from the German Foundation for Civic Engagement and Volunteering

More about DSEE action grants

 

Up to 1,500 € in project funding for members of the Paritätische

More about funding from the Paritätische

 

Who is this for?

 

This community engagement day is for anyone who wants to help others or meet people who are making a difference. You’ll learn how to organize small or large-scale initiatives or get involved in existing ones. It’s all about connecting with others, volunteering, and working together on practical projects—whether in person in your city or online.

Visit the Day of Honor website

 

Important to know

 

How can you participate?
You can plan your own participatory initiative in advance and register it in the Engagement Finder. Alternatively, you can look for initiatives near you and join in.

Is there a deadline or participation fee?
There is no set participation fee for activities. Activities can be registered up until the day of the event.

Who is the contact person?
Contact us at: ehrenentag@d-s-e-e.de or through the service hotline of the German Foundation for Civic Engagement and Volunteer Work (DSEE).

Organizer
The “Der Ehrentag” initiative is being organized at the invitation of Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and in collaboration with the German Foundation for Civic Engagement and Volunteer Work (DSEE) .

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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