Creative Bureaucracy Festival

⌛ The time has come! The English-speaking half of the Digital Kick-Off Day 2025 programme starts in a few minutes - be there! Look forward to exciting talks, inspiring projects & creative minds! 🚀 13:30 – 14:30 CET: Opening & Talk | Livestream It all starts with the official opening by festival director Johanna Sieben and festival president Charles Landry. Followed by a discussion with Terrance Smith, Raymond Manu Höptner and Ellen John on „Reimagining Public Administration: Trust, Creativity, and the Future of Governance“. 💡 14:30 – 16:00 CET: Digital Workshops  The second of 4 interactive workshop rounds starts - practical, innovative and full of dialogue: 👉 Keeping the Big Picture in Mind: Systems Thinking for Modern Administration (German) 👉 What is Generative AI Suitable For, and Where Are There More Innovative Alternatives? (German) 👉 Accelerate Public Service Delivery with Service Patterns – A Hands-On Workshop (English) 👉 Low Code in Local Practice: A Faster Path to Smarter Administration (German) 📺 16:00 – 18:00 CET: Project Showcases | Livestream Look forward to impressive Project Showcases from all over the world! Vote for your favourite in the Community Voting (👉 https://lnkd.in/g7Qn_Rn3) - the winners will be announced at 17:45 pm and will get the chance to present their project on the big stage at the festival in Berlin! See you in a bit 🙌 https://lnkd.in/dmYjKhda #CBF25 #CreativeBureaucracyFestival #publicsector #bureaucracy #transformation #öffentlicherdienst #government #innovation

👀 Lets take a look back at our digital gathering of ideas: the Digital Kick Off Day 2025. 🎯  On 13 March, the digital event once again brought together our global community to spotlight creative solutions for public administration. 

👏 With 30 Project Showcases and 15 Digital Workshops, we welcomed 1,500 livestream viewers and 400 workshop participants from nearly 100 countries—a truly international exchange of ideas! The energy was reflected in the 6,500 votes cast in the Community Voting, showcasing the passion and engagement of our network. Now in its 4th year, the Digital Kick-Off Day has become a dedicated space for sharing transformative projects selected from hundreds of applications through our festival jury. 🚀

 🎬 If you missed it, you can now revisit all German-speaking & English-speaking Project Showcases online on our YouTube channel alongside additional interviews and talks exploring how creativity drives public sector change. Projects from the DACH-region 👉 https://lnkd.in/dShqiui8 International projects 👉 https://lnkd.in/d_iPVQRQ Dive back in, get inspired & continue the conversation! 💚 #CBF25 #CreativeBureaucracyFestival #publicsector #bureaucracy #transformation #öffentlicherdienst #government #innovation

🐦 The Early Bird Gets the… Festival Ticket! 🎟️ In German, we say: „Der frühe Vogel fängt den Wurm!“ ("The early bird catches the worm") — and this is your friendly reminder to grab your Early Bird tickets for the Creative Bureaucracy Festival before 31 March! 🌬️ Want to breathe in some fresh air of public sector innovation? Then mark 📍 5 June 2025 in your calendar & join us at Festsaal Kreuzberg, Berlin! Expect:
 🎤 Big stages, big ideas
 💡 Inspiring speakers & interactive formats
 🎪 Just the right amount of festival vibes Be part of 2,000+ changemakers from government, politics, civil society, and beyond! Stay tuned—speaker & programme announcements are coming soon. 👀 🎟️ Snag your Early Bird ticket now → https://lnkd.in/ezY7x2-e #CBF25 #CreativeBureaucracyFestival #publicsector #bureaucracy #transformation #öffentlicherdienst #government #innovation #tickets

🚨 Whats new, where can you get involved, and where will we meet next? Check out the latest Community Buzz 💤 🚀 Connecting, Collaborating, and Innovating All Year Round – We are thrilled to announce the Creative Bureaucracy Community, powered by our partner Apolitical, a year-round online space to ask questions, connect with peers and experts, share ideas, and support each other. Join the community now and be among the first members! Help shape this exciting space for creative bureaucrats beyond the festival. Let’s keep the movement going – see you there!
 Join the community 👉 https://lnkd.in/dWWfmw_C 🌍 Govtech 4 Impact World Congress: 12–14 May 2025 in Madrid G4I 2025 is a global platform uniting governments, businesses, and citizens to tackle public sector challenges and drive digital transformation. This event, hosted with Madrid City Council, will feature top global experts and policymakers sharing actionable insights. Expect engaging panels, inspiring keynotes, and hands-on sessions to explore innovative solutions. Learn more and get involved 👉 https://lnkd.in/d6WJTDkg German: 🌳 Die Urbane Liga, Programm-Partner unseres Digital Kick-Off Day Programms 2024, sucht junge Stadtmacherinnen und Stadtmacher, die die Zukunft urbaner Räume aktiv mitgestalten möchten! Bewerben Sie sich bis zum 1. April 2025, um innovative und kreative Projekte zu entwickeln, die Städte lebenswerter, nachhaltiger und lebendiger machen. Nutzen Sie die Gelegenheit, sich mit gleichgesinnten Changemakern zu vernetzen, neue Fähigkeiten zu erlernen und Ideen in die Tat umzusetzen. Dabei sein und Impulse für eine positive Stadtentwicklung setzen 👉 https://lnkd.in/dW9-pD4c #CBF25 #CreativeBureaucracyFestival #publicsector #bureaucracy #transformation #öffentlicherdienst #government #innovation #partner #news

💡 The Digital Kick-Off Day celebrating creative bureaucracy & public sector innovation, has once again showcased some of the most forward-thinking projects from around the world. In the Community Voting more than 6,500 votes were cast. 🏆 6 outstanding Project Showcases (3 from the English-speaking programme & 3 from the German-speaking programme) emerged as the Community Voting Winners. ⭐️ Additionally, 2 projects were selected as Jury Favourites, receiving special recognition for their impact and innovation. Look forward to seeing those projects in Berlin at the Festival: 5 June 2025. 💥 Winners of the international programme: 🔹 Student Auditor: Fostering Civic Engagement in Belo Horizonte’s Public Schools  By Controladoria-Geral do Município de Belo Horizonte | Brazil 🔹 K100 Citizens‘ Waterway: Shaping Public Infrastructure Through Infraculture  By Mod Foundation | India 🔹 UrbanLab for Green Cities: Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Sustainability  By UrbanizeHub | Romania ⭐️ International Jury Favourite Building Purpose and Leadership Among Government & Citizens to Transform Health By SCEP MEGHALAYA: State Capability Enhancement Project of the Government Innovation Lab, Government of Meghalaya | India Gewinner des DACH-Region Programms :  🔹 BunterBund - Österreichs erstes LGBTQIA+ Netzwerk für eine diverse Verwaltung Von BunterBund – Verein zur Förderung von LGBTQIA+ Interessen im österreichischen Bundesdienst | Österreich 🔹 Landeswettbewerb für gründungsfreundliche Kommunen - Start-up BW Local Von Landeskampagne Start-up BW des Ministeriums für Wirtschaft, Arbeit und Tourismus Baden Württemberg | Deutschland 🔹 Urban Stack - Serving Smart Solutions. Ein digitales Ökosystem für alle Von Stadt Gütersloh | Deutschland ⭐️ Deutscher Jury Favorit Flexible Staff Deployment with the FLEX:Unit of the City of Kiel Von Landeshauptstadt Kiel | Deutschland ⚠️ Don’t miss out participating at the Creative Bureaucracy Festival 2025. Plan your trip to Berlin already 👉 https://lnkd.in/dBptD5TH #CBF25 #CreativeBureaucracyFestival #publicsector #bureaucracy #transformation #öffentlicherdienst #government #innovation

💤 We're still buzzing from last week's event. But here comes the latest community buzz 📣 from our network. 🎉 The Creative Bureaucracy Festival Hub - Australia and New Zealand is gaining momentum! After announcing the Hub last October, we’re excited to share the latest updates from our local partners. Kicking off in March 2025, the Hub features 13 in-person events across 8 cities – mostly free or low-cost. Designed by creative bureaucrats and their allies, these events embrace experimentation and community building.
 Explore the programme & get involved 👉 https://lnkd.in/d82aVvat 🌟 The Festival of Innovation 2025, on 25–26 March at Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore, will bring the public sector together to explore technologies shaping governance. The event will cover digital transformation, talent management, and demographic shifts, with panels, roundtables, and workshops focusing on how emerging technologies can drive innovation and improve efficiency. GovInsider Register here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dE_Q6ks2 
 Complimentary registration for Government & Public Sector Agencies and Statutory Boards. 🏙️ The Istanbul Innovation Days return on 25–26 March 2025, focusing on institutional innovation. This event will explore how public institutions can evolve to address complex global challenges and seize opportunities for transformation. Ahead of the event, a blog series highlights key voices on the pressures driving institutional change and the barriers to progress.
 More information 👉 https://lnkd.in/dYkRzAMN #CBF25 #CreativeBureaucracyFestival #publicsector #bureaucracy #transformation #öffentlicherdienst #government #innovation #partner #news #community

🚀 Since launching the festival season last Thursday with our Digital Kick-Off Day, we’re excited to share another great opportunity to reconnect. The Festival of Innovation, taking place on 25–26 March in Singapore, will unite the public sector for two days of groundbreaking discussions on the technologies shaping the future of governance. 💡 As governments navigate rapid digital advancements and evolving societal challenges, this event will explore how emerging technologies, dynamic strategies, and forward-thinking leadership can drive real transformation. From sustaining a culture of innovation to attracting top talent and enhancing citizen services, we will bring together leaders and experts to tackle the most pressing questions shaping the public sector. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn & be part of the change! 🌟 Festival of Innovation 2025: Shaping the Future of Governance 📆 25–26 March 📍 Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore Register here 👉 https://bit.ly/4hR18Bw #CBF25 #CreativeBureaucracyFestival #publicsector #bureaucracy #transformation #öffentlicherdienst #government #innovation #partner #news GovInsider GovInsider Asia

🤩 We’re ending the week with great memories and the excitement of yesterday’s Digital Kick-Off Day! It was truly amazing to see so many people from around the world connect, engage & collaborate—that’s exactly what we’re here for! 💚 💭 As we reflect on what went well and where we can improve, your feedback is incredibly valuable. We’d love to hear your thoughts! 💬 Please take a few minutes to share your insights—it’s greatly appreciated. ✍️ https://lnkd.in/dk7yZuwh Thank you already! 🙏 #CBF25 #CreativeBureaucracyFestival

🏁 It’s a wrap! The 4th Digital Kick-Off Day has come to an end. 🥳 While some Digital Workshops are still ongoing, the live programme has wrapped up. It’s been a day packed with inspiring projects and creative minds sharing their visions. 💎 30 Project Showcases and 15 Digital Workshops from 15 countries 💎 Around 1,500 livestream viewers from around the world 💎 Over 6,500 votes from the community 💎 6 Community Voting winners and 2 Jury Favourites which we will see in Berlin Once again, we can only say—thank you! Your support makes this community strong, and we’re excited that this event has become a staple in your calendar. ❤️ 🙏 Thank you also to all our partners without whom the Creative Bureaucracy Festival would not be possible! 👏 See you in Berlin 📍 5 June 2025 🙌 #CBF25 #CreativeBureaucracyFestival #publicsector #bureaucracy #transformation #öffentlicherdienst #government #innovation

🎉 The winners of the international Community Voting have been selected! 🎉 These innovative projects have impressed, inspired and stood up to strong competition! 🏆 Student Auditor: Fostering Civic Engagement in Belo Horizonte’s Public Schools / Brazil The Student Auditor Project empowers students in Belo Horizonte to audit schools, propose solutions, and engage in public administration, fostering youth leadership, civic education, and school improvement. By Controladoria-Geral do Município de Belo Horizonte | Brazil 🏆 K100 Citizens' Waterway: Shaping Public Infrastructure Through Infraculture / India The K100 Citizens’ Waterway Project transforms Bangalore’s drains into public spaces, integrating flood resilience, sewage management, and culture to foster community ownership and better urban water governance. By Mod Foundation | India 🏆 UrbanLab for Green Cities: Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Sustainability / Romania UrbanLab for Green Cities empowers citizens to co-design and test urban solutions. With 12 editions in 6 cities, it has created 50+ projects for sustainability, inclusivity, and climate action. By UrbanizeHub | Romania 👏 Congratulations to the winners! 👏 4,500 international votes were cast 🤩 - a huge thank you to everyone who participated and cast their vote! #CBF25 #CreativeBureaucracyFestival #publicsector #bureaucracy #transformation #öffentlicherdienst #government #innovation