Goethe-Institut London

June is National Crime Reading Month – the perfect time to explore our Easy Readers section at the Goethe-Institut London Library! 📚

Whether you are an enthusiastic crime reader or curious about the genre, grab one of our many Easy Readers, like Tödlicher Cocktail, Emil und die Detektive or Verschwunden in Heidelberg, and immerse yourself in a mystery while strengthening your German skills.

Our Easy readers offer engaging German literature for readers of various ages and German language levels from beginner to advanced.
Follow the link below to find out more about our library! 👇
https://www.goethe.de/ins/gb/en/sta/lon/bi2/plan-your-visit.html

📢 The Goethe-Institut London is recruiting! We’re seeking a German-speaking Head of Administration (M/F/D) to start from 15 July 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. 🇩🇪🇬🇧

Play a key part in keeping our institute running smoothly across finance, HR and internal processes.

This is a full-time position (39 hours per week), based in London.

📅 Apply by 9 July 2026
🔗 Find out more and apply via the link below 👇
https://www.goethe.de/ins/gb/en/ueb/kar/lvo.html

Welcome to Slanguage School! This week's word: 'Stabil'

"Stabil" is used in German slang to describe something that is really good, impressive, or just gives off solid vibes.

It originally comes from “stable” in the sense of not breaking or falling apart, but in everyday language it became a way to rate things positively. It can refer to actions, situations, people, or even moods. Anything that feels strong or smooth.

Example:
A: I actually finished all my work before the deadline.
B: Stabil.

Or

A: Stabiles Outfit!
B: Thank you! The skirt is new.

If you're a young learner, we have specially-tailored courses and supports on offer, which are a great way to build your skills and confidence in German. Check out when our next round of courses begins at the link below. 🔗

https://www.goethe.de/ins/gb/en/spr/kur.html

We’re excited that in just a few days, the Factory International x EUNIC Creative Producers Programme kicks off in Manchester. This collaborative initiative between the two organisations is designed to strengthen cultural dialogue and artistic collaboration between Europe and the UK.

We are thrilled that Anna von Glasenapp will join eleven other creative producers from across Europe, alongside one Manchester-based producer for a five-day residency. Together, they will gather in Manchester to take part in a dynamic programme of networking, performances, and learning activities at Aviva Studios and across the city.

Anna von Glasenapp is a Berlin-based dramaturg and creative producer whose work spans performance, theatre and interdisciplinary art, with a focus on collaborative and experimental formats.

Bringing together a dynamic cohort from across Europe, the programme fosters international exchange, collaboration and peer learning among cultural professionals.

The project was awarded the EU National Institutes for Culture and is also supported by European Union in the UK

Factory International EUNIC London

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting "From Exchange to Change: An Evening of Dialogue, Impact and Connection" together with the Friends of the Goethe-Institut UK. We were especially honoured to welcome the German Ambassador to the UK, Susanne Baumann, whose presence highlighted the importance of intercultural dialogue and youth exchange.

The evening celebrated the remarkable impact of Exchange2Change, the Goethe-Institut London’s flagship youth mobility programme, made possible through the Friends’ generous and longstanding support.

Powerful stories from former participants and inspiring conversations throughout the night showed how exchange fosters understanding, confidence and lasting friendships between young people in the UK and Germany. The Friends of the Goethe-Institut UK continue to demonstrate how vital corporate and stakeholder support is to our mission.

To learn more about the Friends and how to become a member, visit the link here: https://www.goethe.de/prj/fgi/en/index.html

Become a Friend today and help make impact happen!

The triumphs of teamwork, broken glass ceilings, the devotion of fandom—soccer lovers of all stripes find solidarity and perseverance both on and off the field. To mark the 2026 FIFA World Cup’s arrival in North America this summer, this collection of films celebrates the empowering, unifying force of “the beautiful game”. Stream for free through July 31 on Goethe on Demand!

https://www.goethe-on-demand.de/

UK schools! We can help you get started on your Erasmus+ journey. Join an online event in June to learn more and find a partner school.

Register now: https://ow.ly/f1zc50YXEqa

Welcome to Slanguage School: This week's word: 'Hau rein!'

This phrase has no direct translation, but if you translate each word, it means "hit into it". It's commonly used in casual situations among friends and has a few different meanings depending on the context.

Mostly it's a casual way to say goodbye. But it can also mean "go for it" when encouraging someone to start eating. 🍽️

Example:
A: "Alright, I'm heading home now."
B: "Hau rein!" 👋

If you're a young learner, we have specially-tailored courses and supports on offer — a great way to build your skills and confidence in German. Check out when our next round of courses begins at the link below. 🔗
https://www.goethe.de/ins/gb/en/spr/kur.html

🗣️ Join us for our Business Lunch exploring the career opportunities with German in the public sector 💼🌍

In a live online conversation, Sophie Bailey (Derby City Ambassador in Osnabrück, Germany) will speak with the Goethe-Institut about her career and experiences using German in an international work environment.

Participation in the event is free of charge, but we ask teachers to collect questions from their students and share them with the Goethe-Institut (email: [email protected]) before the event.

📅 When? Mon, 29 June 2026
⏰ Time? 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (GMT)
📍 Where? Online
👥 Target group? Y9–Y13 / S2–S6

🔗 Register via the Gimagine link here 👇
https://www.goethe.de/ins/gb/en/ver.cfm?event_id=27280730

The event will be held in English, with a short introduction in German at the beginning.