Despite economic challenges: Brandenburg’s businesses continue to invest in the next generation of skilled workers – chambers of commerce report positive results at the start of the training year. Furthermore, there are still very good prospects for a successful start to a career. 

With regard to cultural work in rural areas, dedicated initiatives and structures have developed in many places, contributing to the sustainable development and revitalisation of the region in an authentic and identity-building way. The district authority can provide funding of up to €1,500.00 for such projects, provided applications are submitted by 30 October 2026.

The environmental education project “WasserPaten” provides a five-part series of talks and field trips on the topics of water protection, hydrology and ecology in the state of Brandenburg, amongst other things basic knowledge of the water cycle, drinking water supply, the legal framework, renaturation and flood protection.

This latest act of violence in Erkner has shocked the Oder-Spree district. The district administration has provided information on easily accessible support services that enable families, and women in particular, to seek advice and help anonymously.

The spa town invites you to its traditional Old Town Festival. This year’s programme promises a varied and entertaining weekend for young and old alike. The detailed programme booklet is available to download online.

The Brecht-Weigel-Haus Buckow is organising a unique excursion in collaboration with the MOL Adult Education Centre. Nature lovers and culture enthusiasts can set off on a discovery tour under expert guidance, armed with Helene Weigel’s historic mushroom-picking licence. 

Over the next few years, Telekom is to build a fibre-optic network in Frankfurt (Oder) to serve 26,800 households and businesses. To this end, the city and Telekom have today signed a joint memorandum of understanding. 

The “FüWa Buch” marks the first time a book fair has been held in Fürstenwalde. Over the two days, around 20 exhibitors will be showcasing their books and inviting visitors to discover the diversity of the world of books.

The European University Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder) has successfully implemented the European environmental management system EMAS (Eco-Management and Audit Scheme). With the publication of its first-ever environmental statement, the university is making its environmental performance, objectives and measures transparent and documenting its progress towards more sustainable campus operations. 

To promote innovative product development and marketing concepts, pro agro is organising the 28th edition of the “pro agro Marketing Award – naturally Brandenburg!”. The award is intended to recognise innovative products, creative marketing ideas and successful concepts from rural areas of Brandenburg.