The Biergerpakt: Growing Commitment to Intercultural Living Together in Luxembourg

5,525 members of the Biergerpakt and more than 850 participants for the 2026 Orientation Day: another step towards an inclusive society

On Saturday, 14 March 2026, the Biergerpakt Orientation Day brought together more than 850 participants at the European Convention Center Luxembourg (ECCL), marking another step towards a more supportive, inclusive and connected Luxembourg. This dynamic day enabled members to actively engage in constructive discussions, participatory workshops and exchanges aimed at strengthening social cohesion and intercultural living together among residents and cross-border workers of all backgrounds in Luxembourg.

The Biergerpakt: A Voluntary Commitment to an Inclusive Society

The Biergerpakt provides a voluntary framework designed to encourage residents, whether Luxembourgish or foreign nationals, as well as cross-border workers employed in Luxembourg, to actively participate in community life and strengthen social cohesion.

The pact aims to promote the values of solidarity, equal opportunities and cultural openness, particularly in a context where increasing diversity enriches Luxembourg's social landscape.

It is part of a broader approach to intercultural living together aimed at strengthening ties between different communities and supporting people who have recently settled in the country. Since its creation, the Biergerpakt has helped build a genuine community of committed citizens, where everyone can contribute to building a more supportive and welcoming society.

A Solidarity-Based and Inclusive Approach

The Minister for Family Affairs, Solidarity, Living Together and Reception of Refugees, Max Hahn, recently emphasized that:

"The Biergerpakt is a central pillar of intercultural living together in Luxembourg. It embodies civic engagement in the service of a more inclusive and supportive society. This pact shows that living together is not only a right, but also a shared responsibility to build a common future."

Interactive Workshops at the Heart of the Orientation Day

The Orientation Day offered a range of interactive workshops that allowed participants to explore key topics for the future of Luxembourgish society. These workshops enabled participants to:

• discover the drivers of social entrepreneurship and how to support civic initiatives;
• explore opportunities for volunteering and their key role in building local solidarity;
• discuss the fight against discrimination to promote a more inclusive and respectful environment;
• understand the importance of political participation in fostering active and responsible citizenship;
• learn how to contribute to environmental protection in order to make Luxembourg a model for sustainability.

These workshops not only provided new knowledge and skills but also strengthened connections between the different communities present in Luxembourg by encouraging dialogue and mutual understanding.

In addition, more than 50 information stands hosted by representatives from various ministries, public administrations and associations allowed participants to learn more about administrative procedures, the country's institutions and associative life in Luxembourg.

Opportunities for exchange: "Meet & Talk" and "Meet & Connect"

The "Meet & Talk" and "Meet & Connect" activities offered participants opportunities to meet and exchange in a welcoming setting. "Meet & Talk" addressed topics related to everyday life in Luxembourg, such as neighborhood relations, civic participation, the sense of belonging and Luxembourgish culture. The interactive activity "Meet & Connect" facilitated networking between participants and encouraged intercultural exchanges.

Looking Ahead

With a growing number of citizens joining the Biergerpakt, Luxembourg continues to move towards a more united and supportive society. In 2026, the ministry for Family Affairs, Solidarity, Living Together and Reception of Refugees highlights the many projects and initiatives that will be rolled out in the coming months to continue encouraging civic engagement, diversity and participation in public life.

About the Biergerpakt

Through the Biergerpakt, residents of Luxembourg and cross-border workers can voluntarily engage in contributing to the country's social and cultural richness.

It forms part of a range of initiatives implemented by the Ministry of Family Affairs, Solidarity, Living Together and Reception of Refugees to promote intercultural living together and solidarity within Luxembourgish society.

Released by the Ministry of Family Affairs, Solidarity, Living Together and Reception of Refugees