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**We’re back!** After a break, the Berlin Tech Leads meetup is officially revived **\- and this time IRL at Berlin Vinted office\.** **We’ve missed the deep dives, the architectural debates, and the networking. To kick things off, we’re tackling one of the fastest-moving landscapes in the industry right now: the intersection of Engineering and Customer Support.** **About the Event** Customer Support is often the first place where AI moves from "experimental" to "mission-critical." For Tech Leads, this shift isn't just about plugging in a basic chatbot; it’s about re-engineering the entire lifecycle of a ticket and how our systems actually interact with our users. In this meetup, we’re looking under the hood of the support stack. We’ll discuss how the landscape is being reshaped by LLMs, the shift toward autonomous agents, and the real technical hurdles of building multi-modal support systems. **Talks:** * [Pau Agustín](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pau-agust%C3%ADn-granell-6420a5139/) & Team Help Experience (vinted.com): "Scaling Support: How Vinted Manages Tens of Thousands of Tickets Every Day" * [Yam Marcovitz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAbVVAwBOgouy-uT1QB1ixhqrafAv1kNxQk) (parlant.io) "Building consistently aligned agents with Parlant" * [Richard Lohwasser](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAABRCCmYBD9PS9O73AjQ244LC4Gc_NMUcnsY) (enneo.ai): "Applying AI across all channels in real-life customer service at scale: What works, what doesn't, and where we're heading to?" *Just a quick reminder: if you'd like to take the stage and speak at a future Berlin Tech Leads meetup, feel free to drop a message to one of the organisers.*

Dieser besondere Deutschkurs ist für alle, die mit Spiel und Spaß ihr Deutsch verbessern wollen. Wir sind eine kleine Gruppe (max. 15 Personen) von Deutschlernern zwischen A2 - B2 und machen Theater-Improvisation auf Deutsch. Aber keine Angst - das kann jede/jeder lernen! Der Fokus liegt vorallem auf Sprechen und Verstehen, so daß du in Alltagssituationen spontaner reagieren kannst und mit dem Sprechen auf Deutsch flüssiger wirst. Ich bin sowohl Deutschdozentin als auch Theaterschauspielerin und entwickle diese Methode seit mehr als 10 Jahren. Der Kurs ist immer mittwochs und du bist herzlich willkommen, vorbeizukommen und uns kennenzulernen. Das 1. Mal kostet der Kurs 12 Euro zum Kennenlernen. Ein 10er Ticket kostet 160 Euro. Ein 5er Ticket 95 Euro und der Drop-in-Preis ist 20 Euro. Ich freue mich auf Euch. Bei Fragen kannst du mich gerne kontaktieren. liebe Grüße Nina

Let’s meet for a relaxed dinner at **Anh Dao** in Prenzlauer Berg, with easy chats and good food with fellow vegans. • **Where**: Anh Dao, Danziger Str. 42, 10435 Berlin (Prenzlauer Berg) • **When**: Wednesday 20 May 2026, 7:00 pm • **What to do now**: please read the fee note below before you RSVP Reservation is under **Berlin Vegan Social**. **€1 event fee (non-refundable)** The €1 fee helps cover Meetup and small costs; any extra is donated to animal rights NGOs. Send it via the **PayPal details in the comments** **within 48 hours of RSVPing** (only visible to people marked Going). Transfer note: "Meetup Name + Anh Dao". No PayPal? Message me for the IBAN. **If no fee received within 48 hours, RSVP will be automatically cancelled.** We want everyone to feel safe and comfortable. Please respect boundaries; harassment or disrespectful behaviour isn’t welcome and will mean removal from future events.

👤 **Psychosocial Consultation with Dr. Zhana Karadenizova,** who is a licensed psychological psychotherapist with certification in cognitive behavioural therapy for people who need short-term support or an initial orientation during challenging life situations. **About:** this is not a regular meet-up, this is a free one-to-one consultation with a therapist. The consultation hours are an **accessible consultation service** for an initial, orientation-focused conversation. During those hours, you can expect a professional assessment of the current situation, help with clarifying existing burdens, and support with the development of possible next steps. **Possible topics:** • Initial orientation and clarification of current challenges • Support in difficult life situations • Development of possible next steps • Referral to suitable further support services *Please note that this is not a long-term therapy but just a one-time consultation.* *It can help you clarify your situation, receive a professional perspective, and explore possible next steps or support options.* **Session Format** • Individual **1:1 consultation** with the therapist • Approx. **45 minutes per person** • Confidential conversation in a safe and respectful setting • Focus on orientation and support rather than ongoing therapy **This consultation may be helpful if you:** • feel overwhelmed or stuck in a life situation • are going through a difficult transition (breakup, stress, uncertainty, etc.) • want professional guidance before deciding on therapy or other support • need a first safe space to talk about what is going on **Available Appointments (evening time):** There are 5 appointments available on Wednesday evenings (March 25, April 22, April 29, May 6, May 20) **Languages:** English and German **Location:** 📍Pangea Haus e.V. (SiD) This event is made by SiD Systemik im Dialog Berlin gUG. **Responsibility:** Since we are very limited with the slots here, we kindly ask you to reserve a spot only if you 100% intend to attend. As well, please cancel at least 3 days in advance if you cannot make it. **Registration:** To reserve a slot, please email info@systemik-im-dialog.de **More info:** https://www.systemik-im-dialog.de/services/de

## Hispanic Startups Berlin is back — and we’re joining forces with Nova After a long pause, **Hispanic Startups Berlin is back** with a new afterwork meetup — and this time we’re doing it together with **Nova**, the global community for high-performing professionals. For this May edition, we’ll meet at **BrewDog Mitte** for a relaxed evening of drinks, conversations, and new connections with people from the Hispanic startup, tech, business, and innovation ecosystem in Berlin. Whether you’re a founder, marketer, operator, product person, investor, freelancer, student, or simply curious about the startup scene, this is a great opportunity to reconnect with the community and meet new people in an informal setting. We’ll keep it simple: good drinks, good conversations, and a room full of interesting people. **Date:** 20/05 **Location:** BrewDog Mitte **Format:** Informal afterwork drinks **In collaboration with:** Nova Come join us, bring a friend, and help us bring Hispanic Startups Berlin back to life.

In the spirit of a 19th-century salon, this gathering will be a space for lively conversations, fascinating encounters, and the exchange of ideas over drinks. Whether you’re new in town or a local looking to expand your social circle, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded explorers of Berlin’s nightlife. Each week, we shine a spotlight on a special guest from our community — someone who brings along a topic they’re passionate about or deeply engaged with. It’s not a presentation or a performance, but rather a gentle invitation into conversation: a starting point for curiosity, questions, and unexpected connections. The topic can naturally weave its way into the evening, without needing to take over. If you’d like to be our next special guest, feel free to reach out via the contact form: [https://socialbutterfly.berlin/contact/](https://socialbutterfly.berlin/contact/) This time, we’re excited to introduce Vivek, who’s here to open a conversation around the topic “Understanding Life from a Yogic Perspective.” Having grown up in India, Vivek has spent many years exploring yogic philosophy — not just as a practice, but as a way of understanding the mind, human nature, and the deeper patterns of life itself. Questions about inner peace, suffering, purpose, discipline, and awareness have accompanied him for a long time, and he’s curious to explore these ideas together in an open and thoughtful discussion. Have you ever encountered an idea or philosophy that genuinely changed the way you look at life? Orga The location is cash only. It is non-smoking (with a separate room for smoking). We’ll be sitting on the couches in the first room. Questions? Check our Meetup-FAQs: [https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/](https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/) Meet your host I’m Julia — a Berlin local who loves bringing people together. My path went from growing up in a dance school to studying philosophy to working in IT support, and somehow all of that led me here: hosting meetups and creating spaces where people can show up, relax, and connect. Love the vibe? There’s a whole community waiting for you. 🦋 Join the Social Butterfly Club and experience Berlin together: [https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/](https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/)

**Queer Meditation Group // Queere Meditationsgruppe** *Our meditation course is led by a team of several teachers, please check our page to find out the name of the facilitator for this session.* for **LGBTQIA+** **[Book a Ticket](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/meditation/w21-2026)** **Member: 5 €** **Regular: 8 €** 🔵 The **Queer Meditation Group** provides **LGBTQIA+** individuals, with a safe space to engage in an exploratory approach to meditation through gentle body tuning, breath awareness and conscious sitting practice. Each of the facilitators will bring their experiences in Mindfulness, Zen, Vipassana and other forms of meditation. The body-mind and the senses are explored as doorways into meditation. The purpose of this exploration is to become more conscious of your Self at many levels. Beginning wherever we are, this approach to meditation has an open goal of harmonizing with the present moment. The focus is on slowing down, unwinding tension and relaxing the nervous system. **General Information:** * Previous meditation experience is not necessary. * This event will be in German and/or English depending on participant needs. * The Queer Meditation Group is leaded by a rotating group of four facilitators. * This event can be attended as one of two free monthly events, which are included in the **[we are village Mitgliedschaft](https://wearevillage.org/en/produkt-kategorie/memberships-en-2/)**. 🔵 Die **Queere Meditationsgruppe** bietet einen sicheren und inklusiven Raum für **LGBTQIA+** Personen, um sich durch sanfte Körperabstimmung, Atemachtsamkeit und bewusste Sitzpraxis auf einen erkundenden Ansatz zur Meditation einzulassen. Jeder der Leiter\* bringt Erfahrungen mit Achtsamkeit, Zen, Vipassana und anderen Formen der Meditation mit ein. Vorherige Meditationserfahrung ist nicht erforderlich. Der Körper-Geist und die Sinne werden als Eingangstor zur Meditation erforscht. Das Ziel dieser Erkundung ist es, sich seines Selbst auf vielen Ebenen bewusster zu werden. Ausgehend von dem Ort, an dem wir uns gerade befinden, hat dieser Meditationsansatz das offene Ziel, mit dem gegenwärtigen Moment in Einklang zu kommen und sich zu verlangsamen, Spannungen abzubauen und das Nervensystem zu entspannen. **Hinweise:** * Vorherige Meditationserfahrung ist nicht erforderlich. * Je nach Bedürfnissen der Gruppe werden wir Deutsch und/oder Englisch sprechen. * Die Queer-Meditationsgruppe wird von einer wechselnden Gruppe von vier Moderatoren geleitet. * Diese Veranstaltung kann als eine der zwei kostenfreien monatlichen Veranstaltungen besucht werden, die Bestandteil der **[we are village Mitgliedschaft](https://wearevillage.org/produkt-kategorie/mitgliedschaften/)** sind.

Bienvenue :) Rejoignez-nous si vous parlez français couramment et aimez rencontrer des gens francophones pour bavarder. A bientôt!

​IMPORTANT: Register/RSVP through this link: [https://tix.dod.ngo/dwebcamp/BLN-meetup-may26/](https://tix.dod.ngo/dwebcamp/BLN-meetup-may26/?utm_source=luma) ___ NOT HERE ON MEETUP! ___ [DWeb Camp](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdwebcamp.org%2F%3A7v2yu9xdEb0c6RTbDYRk3qAPqwC18jClXIfJpo5teDQ&utm_source=luma) is taking place this summer, July 8-12! ​**The [DWeb Berlin Node](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgetdweb.net%2F%23nodes%3AGmFV8gam_PW8GVaoM3tnBUsAYT4q967x78cQQLJRsNI&utm_source=luma) is thrilled to join our partner [Foresight Institute](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforesight.org%2F%3AKGDRA98_WloIHITFgu1CImdKctQC8aAb4pjQGNQQsYY&utm_source=luma) to celebrate our Berlin community of practitioners, builders, activists and dreamers about decentralized technologies, public & ethical AI, p2p and local-first coordination and more –- as we traverse the path to DWeb Camp!** ​**WHEN**: Thursday, 21 May 18:00 - 22:00 (Berlin) ​**WHERE:** Foresight Institute Berlin Hub @ CIC Berlin [https://osm.org/go/0MbE6uAb8](https://osm.org/go/0MbE6uAb8?utm_source=luma) or geo:52.494111,13.445973?z=19 ​Once you have registered we will send you a confirmation email, and details on how to access our gathering location within the CIC Berlin campus. • **18:00 - 19:00, Arrival and Mingling** • **19:00 - 19:40, Intro and Q + A about DWeb Camp and Foresight Institute** * Introducing DWeb Camp Germany, [Beth McCarthy](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.linkedin.com/in/ontologymachine/%3AkB1LvaDHTYjZmjy1c01F1_2_0Dd8stvU3e8ilmiKW8g) ([DWeb Camp](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//dwebcamp.org/%3A7v2yu9xdEb0c6RTbDYRk3qAPqwC18jClXIfJpo5teDQ)) * Q & A with DWeb OG [Arkadiy Kukarkin](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.linkedin.com/in/arkadiykukarkin/%3AXoorTgr9YfjCChPJj_T1p30rgnLaYWT0FS4E1aZ54eU) ([Internet Archive](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//archive.org/%3AlH75wOaUZPOYl6PFv2hgaU9oI00OSvaqn8heDHJEYek), DWeb Camp) * Help us Build Camp!, [Michiel DeGruytere](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.linkedin.com/in/michiel-degruytere/%3AxhrvgrkqCiE97JVRLFahupWb4erES1othPdT3S9cRh8) (DWeb Camp) * Introducing Foresight Hub Berlin & Foresight Village @ DWeb Camp, [Bradley C. Royes](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyroyes/%3AD5K33NqJdA2VA6_EsRJaEYKvl8njq_-BMACQ4ju6M6Y) ([Foresight Institute](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//foresight.org/grants/grants-ai-for-science-safety/%3ArwV7zEb65ww-3TsLnvZUHToJQGBbBYRJuHapxscnuO0)) • **19:40 - 20:10, Lightning talks from key collaborators who will join us at Camp this July** * [Dario Presutti](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.linkedin.com/in/dario-presutti/%3Aj87lTUBJdUAHW3W8qssIAfEYgn9pxIcZDwUiRwTzHvQ) ([Free Software Foundation Europe](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//fsfe.org/index.en.html%3AVEHbI1NMOrujDux7Ges4YaxiJS7gk2reDYFqV3aJye8)) - Free Software Foundation Europe at DWebCamp: Digital Markets Act, Ada&Zangemann and Public Money? Public Code! * [Kris Decoodt](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.linkedin.com/in/krisdecoodt/%3AjNeTYXaoFZEjT4wBIGR4rUb2OtcLAFBUucAV9UAaEgo) ([Logos](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//logos.co/%3A-6EhzO9rx8MSDReofD0A7enLTrLJQaiAhmZaBpWLr3g)) - Logos Circles to Rekindle Civic Society * [Guil Mauler](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.linkedin.com/in/gmaueler/%3AN05lWUhN9Jj_SYNLqECfeBxpxxqwhrdaFFCBetB-2P8) ([Regens Unite](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A//www.regensunite.earth/%3AfTASj_2oZpRiA1fHhCi0UOCurHLfp75HPBnWSYtgFKY)) - Cross-Movement Building: Connecting Activists with Tech Nerds • **20:10 - 20:20, Break and form into breakout groups** • **20:20 - 20:50, Breakout groups** for a sneak peek of discourse and topics we will explore at Camp, such as Anti-Authoritarian Stack, Decentralized Hardware/Local Community Networks, Solidarity Tech & Sustainable Instructures (more info here: https://dwebcamp.org/proposals/) • **20:50 - 21:00, Breakout groups convene to share a brief summary, Closing Words** • **21:00 - 22:00, Drinks, bites, and meeting your future fellow campers and DWeb + Foresight community members!** ​**ABOUT [DWEB CAMP](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdwebcamp.org%2F%3A7v2yu9xdEb0c6RTbDYRk3qAPqwC18jClXIfJpo5teDQ&utm_source=luma):** ​*DWeb Camp 2026: Root Systems is a five-day gathering in nature for builders and dreamers dedicated to building a decentralized web (DWeb). A web that is private, resilient, and beyond the control of a few central powers. Like forests, decentralized systems derive strength from what lies beneath the surface: dense networks of roots, sharing resources without hierarchy, and coordination that persists even when individual nodes disappear.* ​*DWeb Camp: Root Systems invites participants to build technologies that–like living ecosystems–adapt, regenerate, and endure.* ​*The event will be held at Alte Hölle, just one hour southwest of Berlin. The venue sits on the grounds of a forest hotel dating back to the 1800s. Once a Stasi recreation site, Alte Hölle is now owned and inhabited by a collectivist community of friends who are turning this space into a sustainable venue for group events of technologists, hackers, artists, and activists. Set on 100,000 square meters of lush meadows and ancient forests, Alte Hölle is both a community and location with values that resonate deeply with DWeb, a place we are excited to nourish and leave richer than when we arrive.* ​\~ *Want to learn more about DWeb Camp? Visit [dwebcamp.org](https://dwebcamp.org/?utm_source=luma).* ​*If you would like to ask us questions directly, come to this DWeb Berlin Node Meetup!* ​**ABOUT [FORESIGHT INSTITUTE](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforesight.org%2F%3AKGDRA98_WloIHITFgu1CImdKctQC8aAb4pjQGNQQsYY&utm_source=luma) BERLIN HUB** ​[Foresight Institute](https://tix.dod.ngo/redirect/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforesight.org%2F%3AKGDRA98_WloIHITFgu1CImdKctQC8aAb4pjQGNQQsYY&utm_source=luma) supports the beneficial development of high-impact technology to make great futures more likely. \~ Learn more about the Berlin Hub and how to get involved here: [https://foresight.org/grants/grants-ai-for-science-safety/](https://foresight.org/grants/grants-ai-for-science-safety/?utm_source=luma)

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**Embodied Consent** mit **Karl-Henrik** für **LGBTIQA+** Kostenlos mit[ ](https://wearevillage.org/shop/embodied-consent/w20-2026/)**[Anmeldung](https://wearevillage.org/shop/embodied-consent/w20-2026/)** **Lernen über Grenzen und Kommunikation** Wenn Sie noch nicht an einem Workshop zum Thema Consent im Village teilgenommen haben, ist es jetzt an der Zeit! Dieser Workshop ist sehr zu empfehlen für alle, die unser Projekt regelmäßig besuchen oder an einem unserer Workshops teilnehmen möchten. Diese Erfahrung wird Ihnen nicht nur helfen, sich in der we.are.village-Community zurechtzufinden, sondern sie wird Sie auch dazu befähigen, diese Werte in Ihr Leben zu übertragen. Sich seiner Grenzen bewusst zu sein und sein Einverständnis oder Nicht-Einverständnis auszudrücken, sind wichtige Fähigkeiten im Leben, aber wir haben nicht oft die Gelegenheit, die Fähigkeit des Einverständnisses auf die gleiche Weise zu üben wie andere Fähigkeiten, wie Singen, Sport treiben oder eine Sprache lernen. Bei Consent geht es um viel mehr als ein einfaches Ja oder Nein. Wenn wir die Zustimmung dekonstruieren, entdecken wir, wie wir unsere wahren Wünsche kommunizieren können, und hören auf, Dinge zu wählen, die wir nicht wollen. Durch Diskussionen, Bewegung und Partnerspiele werden wir Werkzeuge entwickeln, um körperliche Wünsche auszudrücken und zu verhandeln und durch praktische Übungen Grenzen zu setzen. Dieser Workshop ist für Menschen aller Körpergrößen, Geschlechter und Hintergründe offen und einladend. Es handelt sich um einen nicht-sexuellen Workshop bei dem, ohne Druck, Kommunikation und Berührung geübt werden können. Es geht genauso darum, wirklich Ja zu sagen und es auch so zu meinen, wie es darum geht, Nein zu sagen! Wenn Sie noch nicht an einem Workshop zum Thema Consent im Village teilgenommen haben, ist es jetzt an der Zeit! Diese Erfahrung wird Ihnen nicht nur helfen, sich in der we are village Community zurechtzufinden, sondern sie wird Sie auch dazu befähigen, diese Werte in Ihr Leben zu übertragen. Gemeinsam wollen wir eine auf Consent ausgerichtete Gemeinschaft mit gemeinsamen Werten aufbauen und dabei die Verantwortung des Einzelnen für die Einhaltung dieser Grundsätze betonen. Unser oberstes Ziel ist es, gesunde Beziehungen zu fördern und eine integrative Community für eine bessere, vernetzte Zukunft zu schaffen. 🔵 **Embodied Consent** with **Karl-Henrik** for **LGBTIQA+** Free **[Registration Required](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/embodied-consent/w20-2026)** **Learning about boundaries and communication**. If you have not yet attended a workshop on Consent in the Village, now is the time! This workshop is highly recommended for anyone wishing to visit our project on a regular basis, or to attend one of our workshops. This experience will not only help you navigate within the we.are.village community, but it will also equip you to carry these values into your life. Being aware of your boundaries and expressing your consent or non-consent are essential skills in life, but we don’t often get a chance to actually practice consent skills in the same way we practice other skills, like singing, playing sports or learning a language. Consent is about much more than a simple yes or no. When we deconstruct consent, we discover how to communicate our true desires and stop choosing the things we actually don’t want. Through discussion, movement and partner games, we will build tools to express and negotiate physical desires and set boundaries through the use of practical exercises. This workshop is inclusive and welcoming to individuals of all body sizes, genders, and background. This is a non-sexual workshop, and great, low pressure situation in which to practice communication and touching. It’s as much about how to truly say yes and mean it as it is about saying no! If you have not yet attended a workshop on Consent in the Village, now is the time! This experience will not only help you navigate within the we are village community, but it will also equip you to carry these values into your life. Together, we aim to nurture a consent-centered community with shared values, emphasizing individual responsibility in upholding these principles. Our ultimate goal is to foster healthy relationships and create an inclusive community for a better, more connected future.

### About this Event Weekends in Berlin are for slowing down. Whether you’ve lived here for years, just moved to the city, or are just passing through, come join us for a caffeine-fueled afternoon! The goal is simple: **Good coffee and even better conversations.** No forced networking, no strict agendas—just a relaxed group of people enjoying a break from the city hustle. ### Why join us? * **Meet Locals & Expats:** Expand your social circle in a low-pressure environment. * **Discover Berlin’s Cafe Scene:** We’ll explore one of the city's many cozy hidden gems. * **Perfect Weekend Kickoff:** It’s the best way to transition from your Saturday errands into the evening. We meet at W66. A cafe at Leipziger Straße! Looking forward to seeing you all there and sharing a slice of cake! 🍰☕

Life gets heavy sometimes — and we believe no one should carry that weight alone. This discussion circle is a supportive space where we gather to speak openly about our struggles, mental health journeys, and personal challenges — without fear of judgment. Whether you’re facing anxiety, burnout, grief, or just feeling lost, this is a time for real talk, real people, and real healing. 
We’re not therapists or professionals — we’re humans navigating life, just like you. What we offer is empathy and understanding. 
What to expect:
• Respectful conversations
• Listening without pressure to fix
• Optional prompts to get things flowing
• A calm, welcoming environment 
Come as you are. You don’t need to have it all figured out. 
The event takes place every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and is donation based. If possible, please consider helping us cover the location and Meetup expenses with a small contribution. :) Paypal (Friends&Family): mhps.berlin@gmail.com

**Men50+ _ Leben in Farbe** mit *Florian Filtzinger* für **LGBTQIA+** **[kostenlos mit Anmeldung](https://wearevillage.org/shop/men50plus/w21-2026/)** Queere Menschen über 50 sehen sich in einer von Jugendlichkeit, körperlicher Attraktivität und Heteronormativität geprägten Gesellschaft mit verschiedenen Problemen konfrontiert. In dieser Gruppe triffst du auf Gleichgesinnte. Gemeinsam wollen wir die Herausforderungen des Älterwerdens annehmen – und das Leben in vollen Zügen genießen!*out the program [here](https://wearevillage.org/village-quartiere/addressing-queer-lonliness).* Selbst in der queeren Community kann es „Altersdiskriminierung“ geben, bei der ältere Menschen als weniger relevant oder interessant angesehen werden. Auch der Mangel an familiären Strukturen oder Freund:innen kann in der Lebensmitte zu Isolation führen. In dieser Gruppe triffst du auf Gleichgesinnte, die sich ebenfalls mit den Herausforderungen des Älterwerdens auseinandersetzen. Hier können wir uns gegenseitig stärken, Erfahrungen teilen und voneinander lernen. Gemeinsam wollen wir die Herausforderungen des Älterwerdens annehmen – und das Leben in vollen Zügen genießen! **Sprache**: Dieser Workshop wird auf Deutsch gehalten, damit alle teilnehmen können, unabhängig von euren Englischkenntnissen. Ein grundlegendes Verständnis der deutschen Sprache wird dir helfen, aktiv teilzunehmen. **Kosten**: Die Veranstaltung ist kostenlos mit Anmeldung. *\*\* Diese Veranstaltung ist Teil unseres Programms ‘****[Gemeinsam statt einsam](https://wearevillage.org/village-quartiere/addressing-queer-lonliness)****‘, unterstützt von der* ***[LADS](https://www.berlin.de/sen/lads/en/)****.* *Erfahre mehr über das Programm* ***[hier](https://wearevillage.org/village-quartiere/addressing-queer-lonliness)****.*

Interested? Contact Preston Moore k.preston.moore@gmail.com 614-300-5989 ———————————— Engaging in men’s work is the new way to forge friendships while being open-minded to personal growth. Many men experience healthier relationships, personally and professionally, by engaging in this work. Open Men’s Group is a container for men to share vulnerably without receiving judgment or feedback. We believe that emotionally mature, powerful, compassionate, and purpose-driven men will help heal some of society’s deepest wounds. We support the powerful brilliance of men and we are willing to look at, and take full responsibility for, the pain we are also capable of creating – and suffering. We care deeply about men, our families, communities, and the planet. Visit ManKind Project USA to discover more. https://mkpusa.org/

Join the CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group for a dynamic afternoon of B2B networking! This event is perfect for professionals looking to expand their business connections, share insights, and foster collaboration within the community. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network in a supportive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business network and take your career to the next level with CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group! We meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11am-1pm. Welcome and general networking from 11am - 11:30am with core meeting 11;30 - 12:30 and a final round of networking from 12:30 - 1pm.

WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.

Westerville Pride Festival Sat\. June 6\, 2026 \| 5 PM \- 8 PM If you're thinking of attending, or being a sponsor, vendor, or volunteer, visit our website at https://www.westervillequeercollective.org/pride for more information! Location and other info will be announced soon :)

Join us this Thursday at 6:30 pm for a nice hike along the Big Walnut Trail along the Gahanna golf course, circling Creekside and back. This 2 mile hike is fully paved and a beautiful walk through the heart of Gahanna.