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Are you preparing to or have you recently relocated to Bonn, Germany? Moving to a new duty station is a complex process that unfolds over time and can be experienced in different ways. It becomes more complex when moving with a partner or family.
The Relocation to Bonn Webinar Series offers three open and free webinars designed to support staff and their significant others through this process, providing entry points, orientation, and opportunities for exchange.
In 2026, the UN Bonn Campus is expected to welcome several hundred new international staff and their families as part of broader organizational changes across the United Nations (UN) system. To support colleagues during this period, UNSSC, in collaboration with partners on the UN Bonn Campus and across the UN System, is offering a series of webinars and networking opportunities designed to facilitate a smoother transition.
The sessions provide practical guidance, access to key resources, space for reflection and sharing, and an opportunity to connect directly with local resources and networks involved in relocation and integration support.
Partners are warmly encouraged to join!
- Understand the transitions and changes involved in relocation to a new duty station
- Identify relevant services, resources, and practical information for relocation to Bonn
- Connect with colleagues across agencies, as well as local services and support networks
Thematic presentations led by experts will be complemented by Q&A sessions with experts and local stakeholders. Colleagues will engage in facilitated conversations and exchanges with peers and in reflective and interactive sessions in small groups.
The Relocation to Bonn Webinar Series includes three sessions:
Webinar 1: Navigating relocation
Wednesday, 6 May, 10:00-11:30 EDT/16:00–17:30 CEST
This session looks at relocation as both a logistical move and a personal transition. It combines lived experiences with selected frameworks for understanding transition and change. Participants will have space to reflect on the different dimensions of the move and how they interact. A dialogue with colleagues who have already relocated to Bonn will provide personal insights, reflections, and practical tips.
Webinar 2: Tips for staff and partners
In collaboration with UNOG Career Transition Series.
Wednesday, 20 May, 10:00-11:30 EDT/16:00–17:30 CEST
This session covers key aspects of relocation to Bonn with a focus on partners and family support. It introduces the city of Bonn and its services, outlines administrative requirements, and addresses employment and education support for partners and family members. Participants will also have the opportunity to engage directly with relevant stakeholders, ask questions, and explore available support services and resources.
Webinar 3: Learning German and daily life
Wednesday, 3 June, 10:00-11:30 EDT/16:00–17:30 CEST
This session focuses on navigating everyday life in Bonn, with particular attention to language and cultural aspects. It introduces information about learning German and highlights local resources for cultural exchange. Participants will also gain practical insights into social interaction and living in Germany, as well as perspectives on engaging with the local context beyond the workplace.
UN personnel and partners, personnel relocating to Bonn
Free
