Welcome to Greater Copenhagen – and welcome to International Citizen Days 2021, which is part of
Welcome September. Taking place in the very heart of Copenhagen on 24 & 25 September, International Citizen Days bring together public authorities, private organisations and local communities for two days of endless inspiration on housing, job and social life through a carefully curated fair together with talks, debates and activities relevant to all newcomers. A jam-packed programme awaits you, making sure that settling in in Greater Copenhagen is a smooth journey for not only yourself but also for your accompanying family. The event is free and all you need to do is to sign up, show up and have fun – ses vi?
FRIDAY, 24 SEPTEMBER
16.00-20.00
This evening is devoted to exploring the field of job and career, starting with a warm welcome by Mayor of Employment and Integration in Copenhagen, Cecilia Lonning-Skovgaard. Public and private experts, including the Danish tax authorities, employees’ associations and trade unions, will be present to guide you through the Danish tax system, traditional models of collective bargaining and the inescapable codes of Danish workplace culture. You will also find professional guidance on job search and career development together with plenty of opportunities to mingle and widen your network in casual surroundings oozing of good old Danish ‘hygge’.
SATURDAY, 25 SEPTEMBER
10.00-15.00
This day is devoted to exploring the field of housing, job and social life, starting with a warm welcome by Mayor of Culture and Leisure in Copenhagen, Franciska Rosenkilde. With a lively fair representing unique organisations from the housing market, banking sector and cultural scene in Greater Copenhagen, we invite you to engage in talks, debates and activities all day. You will be guided through the jungle of housing options, banking services, tax laws, language classes and bombarded with great inspiration on kick-starting your social life, not to mention, local delicacies to satisfy your appetite. The festivities continue even after 15.00 with an after-event taking place in one of the city’s most remarkable culture houses.
