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Workshop: Do I Want to Pursue a PhD?
Sat, Jun 13, 8:00 AM# **Do I Want to Pursue a PhD? Let's find out together!** Are you considering whether a PhD could be the right next step for you? Maybe you are drawn to research, academic work, or the idea of exploring one topic in real depth. Maybe you are thinking about an academic career. Or maybe you are simply curious whether a PhD would fit your goals, strengths, working style, and current life situation. In this three-hour interactive workshop, you will have the space to explore these questions in a structured and open way. Together, we will look at your motivations, expectations, resources, and potential challenges on the path toward a PhD. ## **What is this workshop about?** You will work on questions such as: * What draws me to the idea of pursuing a PhD? * What personal, academic, or professional motivations are shaping my interest? * How might academic work connect with the way I enjoy thinking, learning, and working? * What strengths, experiences, and resources could support me on this path? ## **Who is this meetup for?** This meetup is designed for people considering a PhD at any stage of their life. You do not need to have a finished research topic yet. It is enough if you are genuinely curious about whether a PhD might be right for you. ## **What to expect** * short inputs on the reality of pursuing a PhD * guided reflection exercises on motivation, goals, and fit * exchange with others considering a PhD * structured analysis of your resources and possible challenges ## **Practical details** **Format:** interactive workshop **Duration:** 3 hours **Target group:** people considering a PhD at any stage of their life **Prior knowledge:** none required ## **Facilitation** This workshop will be facilitated by **[Dr. Jonas Röttger](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jonas-r%C3%B6ttger-645952102/)**. I completed my PhD in Management Sciences in the Netherlands in 2024. Today, I work in IT management consulting and also provide coaching and training for young professionals stepping into leadership roles. Drawing on my own doctoral experience, my consulting background, and my work as a coach and trainer, ## **Note** This workshop is not a formal PhD advisory session and does not replace individual advice on doctoral regulations, funding, supervision, or admission requirements. Its purpose is to help you clarify your personal decision-making basis and identify meaningful next steps. **If you are wondering whether a PhD could be part of your future, this meetup is a good place to start.**

How is AI changing our work?
Fri, Jun 5, 3:00 PM**This event is taking place online.** You have probably tried AI. Maybe you use it quietly. Maybe you opened it, stared at the blank prompt, and closed the tab. Maybe you are not sure where to start, or why it still feels harder than it should. Welcome to our community! 17:00 — An intro: Why are we here? 17:15 — What research and data shows us about how AI impacts work 17:30 — Where are you right now, what have you tried, what is in your way? 17:45 — What comes next: shaping the next session together This is the first meetup in a series. We will learn from each other, explore AI at work, and eventually dive into the tools together — because the best way to loosen the fear is to do it in good company. Facilitator: Anca Trif Language: English Capacity: 10 attendees **Join here:** [https://meet.google.com/ghd-cuvt-jnh](https://meet.google.com/ghd-cuvt-jnh)

Chai & Career
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00 PM✨ Chai & Careers A Career Connect Evening by The Panipuri Tribe ☕💛 📅 Thursday, 11th June 🕕 From 6:00 PM onwards 📍 Ecosia Coworking, Gerichtstraße 23 Some evenings are meant to feel reassuring. Like finally sitting in a room where nobody has to explain the struggle. The Panipuri Tribe invites you to Chai & Careers — **for women** in Berlin navigating careers, ambition, identity, uncertainty, and building a life away from home. This is not a stiff networking event. It’s an evening of honest conversations, shared experiences, practical guidance, meaningful connections, and chai-filled comfort with women who truly get it. Because building or growing a career in Berlin can feel overwhelming sometimes. * The rejections or promotions delay. * The “you’re great but do you speak German?” loop. * Starting over after a career break. * Imposter syndrome. * Wondering if everyone else has it figured out except you. We know that feeling. 💛 And we wanted to create the kind of space we wish we had. ✨ What the Evening Looks Like 💛 Arrival & introductions from The Panipuri Tribe and Ecosia Coworking 🎤 A candid panel conversation with women from different professional journeys in Berlin * Honest insights from someone working in HR and recruitment * Real stories from women who started from internships and built successful careers here * Guidance from a career coach on navigating confidence, clarity, career pivots, and growth * Open audience Q&A — ask the questions you’re usually too afraid to ask anywhere else ⚡ Speed mentoring & networking conversations 🫶 A warm community of women supporting women 🍽 Bites, chai & drinks included 💛 Who Is This For? Women in Berlin who: • Are job hunting and feeling stuck or overwhelmed at the current job • Are new to Germany and figuring things out • Are students trying to navigate internships and first jobs • Are thinking about freelancing or building something of their own • Want honest career conversations without judgment • Crave meaningful female friendships and community • Want to support, mentor, and uplift other women Whether Berlin is brand new to you or has been home for years — you belong here. 🎟 Contribution €12 — Regular Ticket €8 — Early bird Ticket (for all till 2nd June) €8 — Student Ticket (33% community discount) 🎓 Because we know student life in Berlin can already feel expensive enough 💛 Pay via Revolut: revolut.me/mahakj6os Please add your name (and “student” if applicable) in the note so we can confirm your spot ✨ Limited spots available to keep the gathering intimate and meaningful.

Desi Girls Berlin (South Asian Women)- Coffee & Goal Setting Meetup ☀️
Sun, May 31, 1:00 PM**( Note: This community is specially curated and reserved only for South Asian women with roots in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bhutan )** Ever feel like you sometimes lose sight of your goals or need a boost of motivation to get back on track? This meetup is for passionate and driven women who want to reconnect with their ambitions and support each other in becoming the best version of themselves. Join us for coffee, good conversation, and a dose of “It girl” energy to kick-start your week strong! What we’ll do together: • Reflect on where we are in this moment of life. • Define what we want to achieve or work toward. • Create a mini plan for the next two weeks with goal setting, scheduling, and accountability pairing. ☕ Bring your favorite drink order and an open mindset! Future meetups: We’ll meet twice a month on Sunday evenings to review progress, set new intentions, and keep the motivation flowing. Who are we? Desi Girls Global(Berlin) is a community of south asian girls in Berlin supporting each other. We host free community events for Desi women in Berlin (Desi = people from South Asia). And the group is very active, not commercial at all. To keep this a safe and comfortable space, I personally add members to the WhatsApp group after meeting them. If you’re interested in joining us, I encourage you to come to one of our meetup. To keep it safe, you can be part of the group only by attending the meetup.

From Portfolio to Practice – Queer Bridges
Mon, Jun 15, 4:00 PM**From Portfolio to Practice – Queer Bridges** with ***Hassandra*** for **LGBTQIA+ Queer Migrants** **[Free event with registration](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/queer-bridges-monday/w25-2026)** 🔵 This workshop offers queer migrant freelance individuals essential tools for professional development. Led by multidisciplinary artist Hassandra, participants will learn how to craft compelling CVs, navigate open call applications, build effective portfolios, and strengthen their social media presence. Through guided exercises, they will develop a clear language to articulate their vision and practice while gaining confidence to explore their creative and professional potential. **Queer Bridges: Forging connections and providing resources for LGBTQIA+ people with experiences of migration and/or displacement.** Queer people with experiences of migration and/or displacement in Berlin often face unique challenges in their daily lives that can limit their access to supportive communities and inclusive environments. With the support of the **Deutsche Fernsehlotterie Stiftung**, we have developed the Queer Bridges program to overcome these barriers. We provide resources, networking and support in a welcoming environment for queer immigrants and refugees through our special program. Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging to the local LGBTQIA+ community, enabling smooth integration and an improved quality of life for queer folks with experiences of migration and/or displacement. ✅ Our **Queer Bridges** program will continue to evolve and we are always happy to hear about your needs. If you are interested, you can send us an e-mail to stay informed about further updates. **General Information** **Participants**: This workshop is for all who identify as LGBTQ+ and have experienced migration and/or displacement. If you don’t share these experiences but are interested in joining please reach out to us first to see if space is available. We ask that all participants respect the program’s core focus and contribute to fostering an open respectful space. **Registration**: This event has limited spots available. Registration through our website is therefore required. **Language**: English **Cost:** The event is free of charge. 🔵 **Vom Portfolio zur Praxis – Queer Bridges** ##### [Kostenlos mit Anmeldung](https://wearevillage.org/shop/queer-bridges-monday/w25-2026/) Dieser Workshop bietet queeren migrantischen freiberuflichen Personen Werkzeuge für ihre professionelle Entwicklung. Unter der Leitung der multidisziplinären Künstlerin Hassandra lernen die Teilnehmenden, Lebensläufe zu erstellen, Open-Call-Bewerbungen zu meistern, Portfolios aufzubauen und ihre Social-Media-Präsenz zu stärken. Durch angeleitete Übungen entwickeln sie eine klare Sprache, um ihre Vision und Praxis zu artikulieren, Selbstvertrauen zu gewinnen und ihre eigene Stimme im Feld zu finden. **Queer Bridges: Verbindungen schaffen und Ressourcen für LGBTQIA+ Menschen mit Migrationserfahrung bereitstellen.** Queere Menschen mit Migrationserfahrung in Berlin sehen sich in ihrem täglichen Leben oft mit besonderen Herausforderungen konfrontiert, die ihren Zugang zu unterstützenden Gemeinschaften und integrativen Umgebungen einschränken können. Mit Unterstützung der **Deutschen Fernsehlotterie Stiftung**, haben wir das Programm Queer Bridges entwickelt, um diese Hürden zu überwinden. Wir bieten Ressourcen, Vernetzung und Unterstützung in einem einladenden Umfeld für queere Migrant\*innen und Geflüchtete durch unser spezielles Programm. Unser Ziel ist es, ein Gefühl der Zugehörigkeit zur lokalen LGBTQIA+ Community zu fördern und damit eine reibungslose Integration sowie eine verbesserte Lebensqualität für queere Menschen mit Migrations- und/oder Fluchterfahrung zu ermöglichen. ✅ Unser **Queer Bridges** Programm wird sich stetig weiter entwickeln und wir freuen uns auch jederzeit von Euren Bedarfen zu hören. Bei Interesse könnt ihr uns eine E-Mail schicken, um über weitere Aktualisierungen informiert zu bleiben. **Hinweise** **Teilnehmende**: Dieser Workshop richtet sich an alle, die sich als LGBTQIA+ identifizieren und Migrations- und/oder Fluchterfahrung erlebt haben. Wenn ihr diese Erfahrungen nicht teilt, aber dennoch an einer Teilnahme interessiert seid, meldet euch bitte zuerst bei uns, um zu klären, ob ein Platz frei ist. Wir bitten alle Teilnehmenden, den Schwerpunkt des Programms zu respektieren und dazu beizutragen, einen offenen, respektvollen Raum zu schaffen. **Anmeldung**: Für dieses Event stehen begrenzte Plätze zur Verfügung. Eine Registrierung über unsere Website ist daher erforderlich. **Sprache**: Englisch **Kosten**: Die Teilnahme ist kostenlos.

Career Lab: Hiring/Job Hunting - Talks, Networking & Demos
Thu, Jun 4, 3:00 PMThis meetup hosted by **Venture Cafe Berlin** focuses on **Hiring/Job Hunting**. Job hunting in 2026 is brutal. Employers are chasing a "perfect candidate" that doesn't exist, while talented professionals who've spent years mastering their craft are suddenly expected to become expert job seekers overnight. It's a broken system. This workshop is for people who are done sending applications into the void and are ready to play the game strategically, without letting the process shake their confidence. Join **founders, investors, ecosystem builders, and curious minds** for open conversations, practical insights, and meaningful connections. **What to expect:** * **Info & Demo Tables (5:00–8:00 PM):** Discover startups, technologies, and ecosystem initiatives. * **Mentor Hours:** Guidance on public affairs, regulation, and government relations for startups. * **Workshops & Talks:** * *From Campus to Corporate: A Student Team's Take on Redesigning Employee Experience* * Audacity Builds Freedom * 90-Days to Hired: Smarter Job Hunting in Europe * **Networking & Beats:** Meet fellow innovators, exchange ideas, and connect in a relaxed atmosphere. Come learn, share, and connect with the **Berlin tech community**. More info and speakers here: https://community.venturecafeberlin.org/events/11bdd9ea-ca8e-4cd8-81ef-b15b99f92b35 *Note: To avoid queue at the door you can pre-register for check-in on the above link.* \-\-\-\-\-\-\- For the latest Berlin Tech News, Events & Jobs head to **[techinberlin.com](https://www.techinberlin.com/)**
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