

Get Ready for the Digital Kick-Off Day: Everything You Need to Know
๐ What is the Digital Kick-Off Day?
The Digital Kick-Off Day is our first major event of the year, taking place online three months before the Creative Bureaucracy Festival in Berlin. This community-driven, free event connects global innovators to showcase projects, workshops, and discussions aimed at transforming the public sector โ exploring fresh approaches to bureaucracy that foster positive change.
๐บ How can I watch the livestream?
The programme will be livestreamed on 13 March from 09:00 โ 18:00 CET, with the German-speaking programme starting at 09:00 CET and the English-speaking programme from 13:30 CET. Simply register for free via our website. Youโll receive the livestream link by email one day before the event, with a reminder shortly before it starts.
๐๏ธ What is on the agenda this Thursday?
The programme is made up of jury-selected sessions from our Call for Participation. This year, it features 30 Project Showcases and 15 Digital Workshops hosted by organisations from 15 countries. Additionally, we offer thought-provoking talks on reimagining public administration and creativity as a driver of change as well as interviews with the jury's favourite projects.
๐ What is the Community Voting? How can I join?
Cast your vote for your favourite Project Showcase. The top six projects (three in each language) will receive an invitation to present live at the Creative Bureaucracy Festival in Berlin this June. Voting closes at the end of the event, with winners announced at 12:45 CET (DACH region programme) and 17:45 CET (international programme).
๐ง How can I attend the Digital Workshops?
Weโre offering a diverse range of digital workshops from 10:00 to 21:00 CET, available in both German and English. To join, simply click on the individual workshop links in our programme calendar. Spots are limited, so register in advance to guarantee your spot!
๐ค Need help or want to share your experience?
If you need help with registration, the livestream, or workshops, reach out to us at info@creativebureaucracy.org. And don't forget to join the conversation! Share your moments on social media, tag us and use #CBF25. Weโd love to see how youโre participating!