Do you have a desire in the nexus of technology, society, and the digital culture? Are you seeking to learn from industry experts and connect with like them? If you’re looking for conference where the idea creators, innovators and thinkers, of the world get together, the answer lies east of Paris and most definitely not London: re:publica in Berlin, Germany.
What is re:publica?
Annual conference re:publica explores the effects of digitalization on the world and on our society. This is an event that focuses on technology, media, politics and culture which includes people from diverse fields of profession, activists and enthusiasts to talk and shape the future.
re:publica is an international conference started by bloggers as a gathering of less than 100 people in 2007, and today it has grown to 3.000 attendees per conference and became an enabling platform for dialogue, idea exchange, and innovation in the digital world.
When and where exactly is re:publica?
The annual Re:publica is held in Berlin, Germany’s acerbic and complex capital city. In most cases, the event takes place during periods of months around May or June and includes inspiring talks, interactive workshops and engaging panel discussions.
The conference is spread between several venues in the city, which the participants have the chance to discover different spaces and to feel the special atmosphere of Berlin. Each of the venues brings its own flavor to the whole conference from historic theaters to modern event spaces.
And what can you expect of re:publica?
Inspiring Keynotes
Everyone, from the different areas of society, is invited to re:publica, and this means influential speakers who share their insights and knowledge, rock bands, policymakers, techno commentators, artists, researchers … Some of these esteemed individuals are technologists, journalists, artists, entrepreneurs, and activists. At re:publica, keynotes aim to raise questions that inspire discussion and to ferment ideas for novel solution fitting to the spirit of things.
Interactive Workshops
re:publica workshops complete the offer and are vital for making the topics of the event personally relevant. Offered by experts in their given field, these hands on sessions provide new skills to learn, to collaborate with other attendees, and to get practical knowledge.
Inclusive Discussions and Panels
It is re:publica’s goal for re:publica to be an inclusive environment where all voices are heard and respected. There is panel and discussion on a broad range of topics such as digital rights, privacy, social media, innovation, and the impact of technology on democracy. This generates a platform for dialogue as well as open thinking among the attendees.
The re:publica is the opportunity for networking with people who are interested in the same things like me. From the professional craving career prospects, entrepreneurs trying to find collaborators, to any person simply looking to meet new people, re:publica gives you plenty of ways to meet like minded people from all over the world.
Apart from usual talks and discussions, re:publica also exhibits and art installed. And in the recent instances, as with most things with a buzzword on them they gain a creative showcase perspective on the digital culture and artlism. Interactivity, multimedia related experiences, and immersive exhibition are available for you to explore, and these are about challenging the details of creativity and technology boundaries.
How can you best come by your re:publica experience?
To enjoy re:publica – or from now on love him – here are some tips:
- If there are many sessions and workshops happening in the same time frame: Prepare your schedule well in advance to that can carefully choose the one that is according to your interest and goal. Make a personalized schedule so that you don’t miss out those sessions you are most exciting.
- Talk to the other attendees: When meeting someone at the conference, strike a conversation. It can be equally valuable to share insights and experiences and for that connections and collaborations to be forged.
- You can explore beyond the sessions: talk and workshop are the main attraction but don’t leave out other exhibitions, art installations and other side events. They can give you different perspectives to the whole experience.
- Make good use of the interactive sessions, participate, take notes and ask questions. It will assist you to gain a deeper understanding of the situation and also make this experience more meaningful.
- After the re:publica: contact the people you meet at re:publica on social media or mail. A future collaboration or opportunity can be developed from the building of these connections.
re: publica is not only a conference, but also the chance to be surrounded by a forward looking community at a forum where we can learn and act as contributors to the digital society. And therefore, mark your calendars and be ready to venture into the lively re:publica Berlin!
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