(un)learning urbanity symposium

A space beyond the academic

From June 19–21, 2026, the (re)searching urbanity collective is hosting its third symposium at the Floating University in Berlin-Kreuzberg. Under the title “(un)learning urbanity”, the symposium invites participants to collectively reflect on current urban realities through the lens of unlearning – questioning familiar and normative ways of thinking and practicing, to create space for more solidaric, climate-conscious, and community-oriented forms of urban futures. The event is conceived as a shared space for learning and reflection, bringing together different forms of knowledge, experience, and practice.

The program is based on an open call and features more than 30 contributions by emerging and more established voices from the fields of art, research, and urban practice. It includes workshops, talks, and exhibitions across the three-day program.

The symposium is free of charge (donations are welcome) and open to everyone. As an open format, visitors are welcome to drop by spontaneously and engage with questions of urban coexistence, regardless of prior knowledge or background. Program contributions will be held in both English and German.

What to expect

Talks

Short, focused presentations by researchers and practitioners from diverse fields

Workshops

Hands-on, participatory sessions for collective working and experimentation

Panels

An opening and closing panels with experienced practicioners

Exhibitions

Artistic and spatial interventions throughout the venue

Accessibility

Wheelchair access via ramps. Gender-neutral toilets throughout. Accessible to people with visual and motor impairments. Team members are available for support.