Not really a local, not really a foreigner

A conversation about migration and belonging
Free event

(Please note that we invite people through multiple channels, so there are more attendees than you can see here :)

If you have spent some years away from where you were born, you probably know this experience:
You don’t fully feel local where you live, but when you go home, you realize that you don’t fully belong there anymore either.

It’s even crazier for those of us, who were born here but are perceived as foreigners because of our parents' origin.

At this event we want to share thoughts and observations about feeling in-between countries, homes and cultures. We want to hear different perspectives and learn from each other on how we deal with questions of identity and belonging.

(If you have no history of migration yourself, you are still very welcome to join us and listen!)

As always, we will try out new methods for more focused, relaxed, and meaningful discussions.

Find out more in the FAQ below, or send us a dm if you have any questions!

FAQ

What can I expect from the event?
Each event is an experiment so it’s difficult to predict exactly how it will play out or feel.
Our intention is always to create a space where conversations unfold more mindfully, relaxed, and insightful than they would in an unmoderated setting. To achieve this, we experiment with different rules, which may work better or worse at times
In any case, it’s always worth sticking around for a while after the moderated part – our participants are lovely, and it’s a great additional opportunity to exchange ideas.

Who is this event for?
This event is for anyone who is curious about the topic and/or the method.
We aim to create spaces where people of all ages, identities, and backgrounds feel welcome.
You don’t need to prepare anything, have strong opinions, or be extroverted to take part.

Do I have to actively participate, or can I just listen?
It’s perfectly fine to just listen. You can decide for yourself at any time how active you want to be and will not be asked to speak.
However, there might be a name round as well as breakout groups, i.e. short segments in which all participants talk in groups of 2-3 people. You do not have to participate in these; you can use the time for a break instead.

What’s the duration of the event?
Each event lasts between 1.5 and 2 hours. Feel welcome to stay a bit longer to finish the snacks, chat with other participants, and deepen the conversation.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
The venue is on the ground floor and accessible with wheelchairs. However, there are unfortunately no wheelchair-accessible bathrooms!

What is "The Discussion Experiment"
The Discussion Experiment is an ongoing series of events through which we continuously test methods that foster more meaningful and inspiring group conversations.
Among other things, we experiment with techniques that slow down discussions, improve clarity, and support participants in expressing their ideas more effectively.