The German-Belarusian Society
We are one of the oldest German civil society organisations promoting dialogue between Belarus and Germany. We can draw on a wealth of experience. For more than two decades, we have been responsible for the Minsk Forum – one of the most important platforms for political, economic, and social dialogue between the two countries.
Once a year, the Minsk Forum brings together representatives from politics, business, culture, and civil society. Due to the many contentious issues and the tense political situation, this table is rarely fully formed. All issues of concern between the two countries are to be discussed there.
Committed to a dialogue between Belarus and Germany. We are the Minsk Forum
Why Belarus?
Minsk is just over 1,000 km from Berlin, yet Belarus remains an unknown country for many Germans. Limited knowledge, a lack of personal contacts, and some negative headlines have often led to stereotypes about the country and its people. However, Belarus has a long and rich history located in the heart of Europe, at the intersection of cultures and religions.
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Latest news
Read moreAfter years in storage, the Belarusian Museum in Leimen has found a new home in Vilnius, where its unique collection will once again be accessible to the public.
12.01.2025 •Minsk Forum XXII, December 2024
Read moreThe Minsk Forum, organised by German-Belarusian Society (dbg e.V.), is an annual platform for bringing together experts and people interested in Belarus and Belarusians from politics and active civil society. It aims at discussing pressing topics and giving ample room for exchange and networking on and for Belarus. This year’s Forum consisted of two events…
28.02.2024 • Guest articlesDiscrimination of the Belarusian language in Belarus: a systemic problem with a multi-level historical context
Read moreGuest article by Dr. Kiryl Kascian
23.01.2024 • NewsBelarusian diaspora in Germany: past and present
Read moreUp to 50 thousand people of Belarusian descent live in Germany today. A notable Belarusian diaspora has been present in the country since the early 20th century
14.01.2024 • NewsMinsk Forum XXI: Key Take-Aways
Read moreVilnius – Warsaw – Brussels – Berlin:
The general context of Minsk Forum in 2023 can be briefly outlined as follows: The first shock of political migration and repression is over, and civil society is facing the challenge not only of balancing the situation but also of developing further.
Read moreProblems with and in Belarus in the fields of politics and economics were discussed in two panel discussions. In a third panel, the results of a two-and-a-half-day retreat for members of the Belarusian diaspora were presented.
