The Information Bazar - Organisations to meet in 2022

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Networking and communities

Do you want to meet new people - internationals as well as Danes? And get a sense of that community feeling? Get to know the people behind some of the great networks and communities Aarhus has to offer. They are more than happy to welcome you!

Expat in Denmark
Expat in Denmark is a nationwide online community of expats in Denmark. Learn about Danish culture, explore social and professional events all around Denmark and connect with and follow the everyday lives of expats living in Denmark. https://expatindenmark.com

GENLYD AARHUS
Looking to meet new people for coffee, to join you for a walk, or find someone who shares your interests? On our website, you can get in touch with people in Aarhus. The site is an online community platform with all sorts of invitations. You can also write your own.www.genlydaarhus.dk

Aarhus Girl Gone International (GGI)
Aarhus Girl Gone International is an initiative that helps women in Aarhus meet new people, & receive advice, recommendations, and  support. By offering both a FB community and free, fun social-get-togethers and workshops, we're building an empowered and connected local community in Aarhus that helps, inspires, and uplifts each other! https://girlgoneinternational.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/groups/ggiaarhus

International Community
International Community supports expats and their families during their stay in the Aarhus region. We create social and professional networks for the benefit of expats through a wide range of events, seminars, and online activities. No less than 4,000 people are part of the International Community. www.internationalcommunity.dk

LGBT+HUSET (The LGBT+HOUSE)
LGBT+HUSET (The LGBT+HOUSE) is an organisation in Aarhus that focuses on culture, information, health, and social activities for LGBT+people. Our goal is to make a stronger, healthier, and more unified LGBT+community in Aarhus. Come be a part of the house. https://lgbthusaarhus.dk/en/

RAICES
Raíces is a multicultural association that seeks to keep the cultures of Spanish-speaking aarhusianere and to share them with everybody in Aarhus. Our activities and events are created by members that want to showcase their skills. As Latinos we are characterized by our welcoming warmth, so we would love to meet you! Join our community, everybody is welcome. https://raices.dk/

Studenterhus Aarhus
Studenterhus Aarhus is the place to be for all students and young people in Aarhus - we are an international house where you can throw parties, meet your friends in the café, or join one more than 100 cultural events we host every year including International Night, Board Game Café, concerts, etc. We also have a bar with more than 250 specialty beers - for young and old. https://studenterhusaarhus.dk/frontpage

The Space
Our mission is to empower everyone to share knowledge, information, and ideas and learn from one another. Working together, we create value and friendships that make a difference. We aim to build a community and a support system for every expat living in Denmark. We do so by creating events and experiences that engage, entertain and inspire. We wish to promote a sense of belonging and fellowship, and to be the bridge to Danish society, ultimately making Denmark a home away from home for all expats. www.thespaceaarhus.com and https://www.facebook.com/thespaceaarhus

Aarhus Toastmasters
Have you ever wanted to make a difference? Then surely, you need to lead. But to lead, you must have strong communication, negotiation, and other soft skills. For the last 10 years, we at Aarhus Toastmasters have created a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere to help you develop all these skills, and to build a network that covers hundreds of like-minded people across Denmark and over 300,000 members worldwide! Drop into our meetings every second Tuesday, and experience an environment that includes both Danes, internationals, and guests from across the world. https://www.facebook.com/AarhusToastmasters

Aarhus University International Staff Office
International Staff Office provides guidance and services for international researchers, accompanying partners and families, Ph.D. students, and guest researchers at Aarhus University.
Via our website and personalized services, we offer a wide range of practical information and resources to assist our international staff and accompanying families in the transition to Aarhus and Danish society. Throughout the year, we organize events and workshops promoting practical and cultural insights, networking opportunities, and knowledge sharing.
We invite you to visit our website and sign-up for our newsletter: www.internationalstaff.au.dk
You can also follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/internationalstaffAU

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Job search and work-life

Do you need help with your job search?

Or are you curious about how a union can help you navigate your rights and terms of employment, provide professional networks, and assist you in your career? 

Meet a range of organisations ready to answer your questions and provide you with great insight to help you fulfill your professional goals and find that work-life balance. 

Djøf
Djøf is a trade union, a professional organisation representing members who study or work within the areas of law, economics, strategy, management, politics, administration, business, research, communication, and more. Our 108,000 members work at all levels in the private or public sector, from student assistants to CEO. www.djoef.dk/english

HEADSTART
Stop by HEADSTART’s booth and hear about the many activities across Central Denmark specifically designed to wish you a very warm welcome! We would also like to invite you to our ambassador network, where you, alongside other internationals, can help us promote the region on social media. https://www.headstartcareer.dk/

IDA
IDA represents the voice of technology – we are a professional organisation and trade union based on knowledge, networks, and the interests of more than 140,000 members studying or working in STEM. We are here for you in all matters concerning your work life and salary – learn more here:  https://english.ida.dk/welcome  

International Dual Career Network
IDCN-Jutland Funen is a network facilitating professional integration for mobile employee partners from these member companies: Aarhus University, Arla, Bestseller, Grundfos, the LEGO Foundation, the LEGO Group, Region Midtjylland, Siemens Gamesa, the University of Southern Denmark and Vestas.
We offer a variety of insightful events, presentations, and workshops on the local employment market, and bring local corporate representatives and IDCN mobile employee partners together. https://idcn.info and https://registration.idcn.info/user/register

ReDI - School of Digital Integration - logo is coming
ReDI - School of Digital Integration is a non-profit IT-School for women with international backgrounds who want to strengthen their digital skills in order to be included in Danish workplaces and society. We offer free, 12-week IT courses ranging from how to use a computer in everyday life to specialized classes in cybersecurity, data analytics, and more. https://www.redi-school.org/redi-school-aarhus

The Danish Tax Agency
The Danish Tax Agency will be at hand to guide you through the Danish tax system and answer your questions. www.skat.dk/english

The International Employment Unit, Jobcenter Aarhus
The International Unemployment Unit provides job search support and guidance to accompanying partners to international specialists and highly qualified internationals based in Aarhus, who are looking to continue their careers within the Danish job market. We offer a wide range of free webinars in English on topics related to the job search process in Denmark, as well as one on one job search support tailored to each candidate. https://international.aarhus.dk/ieu

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Language training

Yes, Danish is tricky - but help is out there! Learn about the free official Danish Education (DU) and other language training programmes available. And be inspired by new ways of learning the language of a thousand vowels and soft d's - while meeting other people and having fun!

A2B  
Learn Danish with A2B! Join the community of your fellow students, university colleagues, spouses, and other internationals who already benefit from our teaching. We teach on-site at your workplace or campus and online. We match your level, and our experienced teachers are committed to making your learning efficient and fun. https://www.a2b.dk/sprogcenter-aarhus/

CLAVIS language & competence
CLAVIS is a language center located in Aarhus, Copenhagen, and Roskilde. We offer Danish Education, FVU and private lessons, etc. The tuition matches our student’s everyday life with classes in the daytime, evening, on weekends and online.www.clavis.org 

Sprogcenter Midt 
Sprogcenter Midt teaches Danish to all international students at AU, AU staff and spouses as well as expats working in companies in Aarhus. We are specialized in teaching highly trained professionals and have developed our courses to meet your need for flexibility, efficiency, and a social appreciative learning environment. https://www.sprogcentermidt.dk/en/contact-us/aarhus/

Swap Language
Swap Language helps you learn languages with native speakers in your city. You decide when, where and what you want to learn. Sign up for free and start learning today. And join us for our weekly language exchange meetings! “The fastest way to learn a language? Speak with native speakers” – Swap Language. https://www.swaplanguage.com/Front and https://www.facebook.com/pg/swaplanguage/events/

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Volunteering

Have you considered volunteering while at the same time practicing your Danish skills and expanding your social network? Volunteering is big in Denmark! 

VisitAarhus' volunteer programme
VisitAarhus’ volunteer organization VisitAarhus runs a volunteer organization to support the booming cultural and business life in the city and for the pleasure and benefit of the whole of Aarhus, guests, and citizens. Meet some of the people behind the volunteer programme, and explore the many activities where you can join as an active ReThinker volunteer. https://international.aarhus.dk/rethinker/

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Culture, media, and creativity

Would you like to add a bit more culture to your life? The cultural organisations and venues at Aarhus City Welcome 2022 are ready to inspire you on where to get those great experiences that fuel your senses and memories. Are you into art, music, theatre, restaurants, nature, or all of the above? 

Bora Bora
Bora Bora is Aarhus' stage for dance and visual theater where you can experience Danish and international stage art and performances without any language barriers. Bora Bora is located in central Aarhus next to the town hall. Info and programme can be seen online at www.bora-bora.dk

Kulturkammerater / Culture Buddies
Kulturkammerater /Culture buddies bring together international and Danish newcomers to Aarhus while you explore a cultural site or a leisure activity. Get an intercultural connection or maybe even a new friend - across age, gender, and national background - while you gain better knowledge of the culture and leisure scene of your new city! Who will join you on your adventure? And where will you go - to ARoS, Den Gamle By (The Old Town) or…? You won’t know before we send you off! https://www.facebook.com/kulturkammerater/

Visit Aarhus
VisitAarhus is the official tourist organisation for Aarhus and the Aarhus region. Meet us for a talk about the wonderful city you are about to or already live in. Ask us anything about culture, shopping, restaurants, events, etc. www.aarhusregionen.com

Aarhus Bibliotekerne / Aarhus Public Libraries
Aarhus Public Libraries The 19 public libraries in Aarhus are places to read, work, or study as well as spaces for families to hang out, learn and play. Register to borrow books, e-books, audiobooks, children’s books, international newspapers, magazines, etc. It is free, as are most of our events and activities. https://www.aakb.dk/

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Sports and leisure

Want to kick-start your social life? Then join a club or an association! Being part of a sports- or leisure club is a sure way to get to meet those Danes and other internationals while sharing a common interest. Have a chat with the variety of sports- and leisure clubs represented at the Information Bazar, or get help from the Sports- and Leisure Department finding a sports or leisure club that piques your interest! 

Danseparaplyen Aarhus / The Dance Umbrella Aarhus
Danseparaplyen Aarhus is a network for all kinds of dance. Dancing gives you energy, new friendships, exercise, and joy. Our website offers to be your entrance to dance in Aarhus. Here you will find an event calendar and an overview of the different dance styles and dance organizers.  https://danseparaplyen.dk/

FOF Aarhus
FOF Aarhus – a world of leisure and learning At FOF Aarhus you can pursue your interest, join communities, expand your knowledge, use your creativity, and improve your skills both physically and mentally. Also, we provide a wide range of language courses open to non-Danish speakers. We can’t wait to meet you! 
https://www.fof.dk/da/aarhus/om-fof-aarhus/activities-for-english-speakers-in-aarhus 

Marselisborg Hockey Klub 
Marselisborg Hockeyklub and Hørning Hockey Klub are two sports clubs in Aarhus, focused on indoor and outdoor field hockey. We have a senior men’s team and a ladies team, and a youth department. We are very social club with a lot of nationalities within the club - so come and join. https://www.aarhus-fieldhockey.dk/

Pro Pace International Choir
ProPace Aarhus International Choir is a music community that aims to integrate people from all over the world through music. We meet once a week, sing in different languages, create a great social environment, and when we are ready, we give a few concerts every semester. Everyone is welcome to join us regardless of their personal or musical background - our three-song leaders will make sure you fit right in! https://www.propacechoir.com/

Run for Friendship
Free Social Running Club. Run for Friendship is your social running club - we meet twice a week for a run with experienced coaches. All training takes place in English, and our runners are usually a mix of Danes and people from all around the world. Everyone's welcome - whether you're a slow or a pro! 
https://www.facebook.com/groups/527765297275992

The Sports and Leisure Department, City of Aarhus
We can help you get an overview of the many sports- and leisure associations in Aarhus within your particular field of interest.
If you have children, we can also help them find a sports or leisure association through our program ForeningsMentor International. 

Århus Baseball Softball Klub
ÅBSK has for many years been a fun and social sports club for internationals. Since Baseball and Softball are more international sports than traditional Danish sports, our club has great experience with welcoming internationals from The Americas, Japan, South Korea, The Netherlands, the Czech Republic, and more. https://www.aarhusbaseball.com

Aarhus Kin-ball Forening 
Come and visit AARHUS KIN-BALL! We're a small and diverse sports club in Aarhus that enjoy playing KIN-BALL once a week. KIN-BALL: French designations, a huge ball, three teams on the field at the same time. Sounds confusing? Come and hear more! https://kin-ball.dk/

Aarhus Musikskole
Aarhus Musikskole is the public music school for all ages in the municipality of Aarhus.
We teach all kinds of instruments, choirs, bands, and orchestras and participate in city life and branding whenever it is needed. 
Aarhus Musikskole also runs the advanced music course Musikalsk Grundkursus of Eastern Jutland. More than 4.000 students attend the school each year.
We have produced the songs in Sangskattekisten, 14 Danish children's songs with charming cartoons, posted on YouTube, and watched more than 90.000.000 times.
www.aarhusmusikskole.dk

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Children

Are you looking for a nursery, a kindergarten, or a school for your child? Or is your child interested in trying a new sport- or leisure activity? Your family deserves the best and your kids the best school options and a leisure time filled with friendships, fun, and sports- and leisure activities.

Aarhus International School
Aarhus International School is a private day school for students of expatriate and Danish families interested in an English language programme of studies that prepares students for higher education. As an IB World School, AIS is authorized to offer both the Primary and Middle Years Programme and complies with Danish requirements for international schools. www.ais-aarhus.dk

Kochs International
Kochs International is a bilingual department based on the Cambridge curriculum and the Danish National Curriculum. We are a part of Kochs Skole, one of the oldest and largest Danish private schools in Aarhus. We focus on creativity, community, and the desire to create. www.kochs.dk/international

ForeningsMentor International, The Sports and Leisure Department, City of Aarhus
Meet ForeningsMentor International (Association Mentors) which helps children from 6 to 17 years of age find the right association for their leisure activity. We can show you the way - or you can get more personal guidance from a volunteering mentor. https://international.aarhus.dk/foreningsmentorinternational and https://foreningsmentor.dk/english

International Day Nursery - Aarhus 
If you are an international family with a child 0-3 years of age living in Aarhus, then our nursery may be the right place for you and your child. Our main focus is to provide a stable, warm, creative, playful, and developing environment for the children in close cooperation with the parents. The everyday language in the nursery is English. https://frederiksbjergdagtilbud.aarhus.dk/vores-afdelinger/international-day-nursery-aarhus/ 

Marselisspejderne - Marselis International Scouts of Aarhus
Marselis is an active scout unit, that welcomes children and volunteers with another native language than Danish.
At scouting we educate children and young people to become attentive, self-reliant individuals prepared to assume responsibility in society. We offer outdoor experiences and an inspirational environment where everybody can develop and grow. www.marselisspejderne.dk/international

Placement Service and Pupil administration (Pladsanvisning og Elevadministration), City of Aarhus
The Placement Service and Pupil administration (Pladsanvisning og Elevadministration) is part of the Department of Children and Young People in the City of Aarhus. We can help you navigate the types of childcare offered in Aarhus Municipality and how you sign your child up for:

• Daycare (childminder, day nursery, and kindergarten) 0-6 years of age
• A municipal primary and lower-secondary school in grade 0
• School-based leisure-time facility (skolefritidsordning/ SFO) approx. ages 6-9
• A free time club (fritidsklub) approx. ages 10 to 14
• Youth club (ungdomsklub) approx. ages 14-17

https://international.aarhus.dk/live/childcare-and-school/

Pedagogy, Education and Leisure (Pædagogik, Uddannelse og Fritid), Children and Young People, City of Aarhus
Is your family interested in hearing more about attending a municipal primary and lower-secondary school? Let us guide you on the possibilities including the mandatory enrolment in a reception class if your child has little or no knowledge of the Danish language. We can also guide you on what a typical day in a public Danish school looks like, the curriculum, and how to prepare your child for a good start at school. https://international.aarhus.dk/public-schools-in-aarhus/