SprachCafé Polnisch e.V. is a non-profit meeting place for culture, language and business, with activities in Pankow, Schöneberg und Köpenick.
We build bridges between cultures, languages and generations to create a more compassionate, understanding community – a place where everyone feels at home.
With Polish flair and an open heart, we organise workshops, cultural events and community initiatives that bring together old and new Berliners, and friends from all backgrounds.
The Values of SprachCafé Polnisch
Respect
We communicate respectfully and treat one another with dignity. Non-violent communication guides our conversations.
Community
We create a place where people can learn, grow and support one another.
Openness
We are curious about the world, people and our different experiences. Everyone is welcome here.
Diversity
We value every voice and celebrate the richness of different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
Sustainability
We act responsibly and take into account the impact of our actions on people, the environment and future generations.
Integrity
We act honestly, transparently and in line with our values. Our words and actions are consistent.
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How It All Started
Our story began in a Pankow kindergarten in 2008.
A new girl, Miriam, had just arrived and her teacher noticed that she was struggling to settle in. Starting a new school is never easy, especially when the language isn’t your native one. For Polish-speaking Miriam, German was unfamiliar and overwhelming.
Two mothers in the class, Agata and Marta recognised the feeling immediately. Their own children were navigating life between languages, too. Wanting to support Miriam, they began organising bilingual activities in the classroom: games, rhymes, fairy tales, crafts, and even cooking (Maultaschen with strawberries!).
What began as a few activities soon became something more. The children connected, parents gathered and a sense of belonging started to grow. Without planning it, Agata and Marta had created a mini model of a multilingual community.
That spark became SprachCafé Polnisch.
How We’ve Grown…
- 2012 — SprachCafé Polnisch started as a small community initiative bringing people together through language and culture.
- 2016 — Became a registered non-profit, strengthening our mission and expanding our programs.
- 2018 — Found our long-term home at Schulzestraße 1, Pankow, where our community grew roots.
- 2023 — Began expanding, opening new spaces for classes, events, and cultural exchange.
Join our community!
Whether you’d like to attend events, volunteer your time, or enjoy a cup of coffee with us — there’s a place for you here.
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