histoCON 2025: Call for Applications | histoCON | bpb.de

At histoCON, you have the opportunity to spend three days exchanging ideas with young people from all over the world, explore different perspectives, and dive into important questions like:

• How do different countries tell the story of World War II?

• Which memories shape our understanding, and whose voices might be missing?

• How can looking back at the past help us navigate the future?

It’s all about coming together to share ideas, challenge assumptions, and reimagine how history shapes our world.

histoCON is organised by the Federal Agency for Civic Education (bpb) and supported by the German Foreign Office. histoCON’s claim is "Look back, think ahead" – because familiarity and critical engagement with history can help us understand the present and learn for the future.

What’s in store for you?

Three days packed with interactive workshops, thought-provoking discussions and creative projects. It’s a chance to share your perspective, learn from others, and connect with a vibrant international community. You’ll also have time to explore Berlin—a city rich in history and culture that offers the perfect backdrop for new ideas and conversations.

What does it cost?

Your accommodation, if needed, and vegetarian and vegan meals are on us. We’ll support your travel expenses with a travel allowance based on your country of residence. You’ll need to cover the costs upfront, but we’ll reimburse the set amount in cash (in euros) at the end of the event. Keep in mind that the allowance is fixed and doesn’t require receipts, so any additional costs will be up to you.

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for young, motivated individuals between the ages of 18 and 27 (as of May 5, 2025) with a strong interest in the themes of histoCON. If you’re engaged, curious, and ready to dive into meaningful discussions, you’re the kind of person we want!

To participate, you must:

• Be fluent in English, as all workshops and discussions will be conducted in English.

• Have a valid travel document for entry into Germany (passport or ID card). Depending on your country of origin, you may also need a visa—make sure to check the requirements on the Externer Link: German Foreign Office website.

As part of the application process, we’ll ask you to submit a photo that connects to World War II and the ways it’s remembered. You must own the rights to the photo or have permission to use it and grant histoCON the right to feature it in promotional and educational materials (with credit to you as the creator).

If this sounds like you, we can’t wait to hear from you! You can find the Application From Interner Link: here.