STICKS & STONES Berlin

STICKS & STONES in Berlin is a job and career fair that has taken place annually since its founding in 2009. With a large number of visitors each year and an extensive supporting program, it has established itself as Europe's largest job and career festival for all people who live and celebrate diversity. The name of the festival itself refers to the English saying "Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me", which underlines the importance of respect and acceptance towards diversity and individuality. The festival takes place in the Arena Berlin.

The festival is organized by the UHLALA Group, an organization that specializes in promoting LGBTIQ+ in the world of work. It actively promotes diversity and inclusion and offers various events, advice and educational programs. The main topics of STICKS & STONES are job and career planning for the LGBTIQ+ community, as well as promoting an open corporate culture and bringing LGBTIQ+ talents and companies together. Here, visitors can learn about the job market, network and also expand their skills through continuing education opportunities. Exhibitors at the fair come from a variety of industries, including technology, finance, education and healthcare. In addition to talking to exhibitors, visitors can also have free application photos taken, attend lecture programs, get advice from career coaches and browse job advertisements.

STICKS & STONES mainly attracts schoolchildren, students, graduates and working people who are interested in an open and inclusive working world. The STICKS & STONES Festival is a great opportunity to learn about career opportunities, network and celebrate diversity in professional life.

The STICKS & STONES takes place annually, and therefore for the eleventh time previsibly in June 2026 in Berlin.