STICKS & STONES Berlin ’25 – The job and career festival

Colorful. Loud. Career-conscious.

On June 21, 2025, Arena Berlin will be the place to be for all those who are rethinking work – inclusive, diverse and authentic. STICKS & STONES Berlin 25 is no ordinary career event. It is a festival for everyone who expects more from their professional life: more visibility, more courage to be an individual and more real opportunities.

A career with attitude

Tired of gray exhibition halls and conservative recruiter interviews? Then you’ve come to the right place. STICKS & STONES brings together LGBTIQ+ talents, allies and companies that not only tolerate diversity, but celebrate it. Here you can not only find out about new job opportunities, but also about employers who really suit you.

Clear the stage for inspiration

Be inspired by panels, keynotes and speakers who want to move more than just career ladders. It’s about topics that really matter: Queer visibility at work, new leadership models, mental health and empowerment – loud, bold and approachable.

More than just networking

Between job interviews and talks, you can relax with yoga, make a statement with a tattoo artist or simply meet new people by the pool. And when the DJ starts playing, the day at the fair turns into a festival evening. This is what modern networking looks like today.

Show who you are

Whether you are a young professional or want to use your talent to conquer the next management level: STICKS & STONES is your space to show yourself, grow and network with like-minded people. Authentic, free and exactly the way you want to be.