Join us for three free events in Aarhus, Odense, and Copenhagen, where we’ll be celebrating Constitution Day.
We often talk about democracy as a form of government, a system, or a tradition—something stable and taken for granted. But in reality, democracy only thrives if we make use of it—if we dare to take a stand, speak our minds, and stay engaged in the conversation, even when it’s difficult.
On June 3, we will therefore be singing in to welcome democracy in Odense in collaboration with the Music Library, where Members of Parliament Trine Bramsen (S) and Katrine Daugaard (LA) will be performing: Sign up here
On June 4, we’re heading to Aarhus to discuss one of today’s most contentious topics: Danish identity. There, Özlem Cekic and her guests will explore the question of whether Danish identity is a cultural or legal affiliation: Sign up here
On June 8, we’re heading to Copenhagen, where two former ministers of culture, Jytte Hilden (S) and Bertel Haarder (V), will spend an afternoon with Brobyggerne, with time set aside for group singing and reflection. Özlem Cekic will lead the session as we use short presentations, songs, and shared reflection to focus on the question of what it takes for us to keep democracy alive: Sign up here
Democracy requires taking an active stand and personal courage. Democracy is something we do—not just something we have. That is why we must celebrate it.
It will be insightful, it will be thought-provoking, it will be bridge-building.
Come join us, all you Bridge Builders, and sing in democracy!
We’re celebrating democracy in style with two events during Constitution Week—in Odense and in Copenhagen. Because democracy isn’t just something we have. It’s something we do.
We often talk about democracy as a form of government, a system, or a tradition—something stable and taken for granted. But in reality, democracy only thrives if we make use of it—if we dare to take a stand, speak our minds, and stay engaged in the conversation, even when it’s difficult.
Come and SING FOR DEMOCRACY whenMP Trine Bramsen (S)andMPKatrine Daugaard (LA) performin collaboration with the Music Library in Odense on June 3.
On June 8 in Copenhagen, two former ministers of culture, Jytte Hilden (S) and Bertel Haarder (V), will join us for an afternoon dedicated to communal singing and reflection.Özlem Cekic, Secretary General of Brobyggerne, will lead the event. Through short presentations, songs, and shared reflection, we will focus on a central question:
Democracy requires taking an active stand and personal courage. Democracy is something we do—not just something we have. So what does it take for us, as human beings, to keep democracy alive?
We look forward to an afternoon of fellowship, reflection, beautiful singing, and plenty of conversation about the democratic responsibility we all share.
Odense: Wednesday, June 3, 4:30–5:30 p.m. The Music Library, Østre Stationsvej 15, ground floor, 5000 Odense C. Sign up here.
Copenhagen: Monday, June 8, 4:00–5:30 p.m. KVUC, Vognmagergade 8, 1120 Copenhagen.Sign up here.
The doors open 15 minutes before the program starts. Registration is open, so please sign up now so we know how much coffee to brew.
The Bent Melchior Prize 2025 is fast approaching. It won't be long before tickets go on sale, so mark your calendars now. This year, the award ceremony will be held on November 3 from 19-21.
This year's Bent Melchior Award will be held at the Aveny-T theater in Frederiksberg. This year's award ceremony is all about art and culture.
The theme of this year's award stems from Bent Melchior's work for cross-cultural bridge building. As Chief Rabbi in Denmark for many years, he experienced first-hand what it means to be a decisive voice in the Danish public sphere, while at the same time being the face of Europe's historically most marginalized religious minorities. This gave him a special understanding of the dilemmas of cultural encounters - but also of the potential of a Danishness that does not close in on itself, but embraces diversity.
The Bent Melchior Award recipient receives a walking statuette and DKK 10,000. Do you know someone who deserves to be nominated?
Brobyggerne is turning 6 years. We are celebrating with a sing-along with Bertel Haarder and Özlem Cekic. Board member Henrik V. Stokholm will be at the piano. We have also invited Henrik Frellsen from Frellsen Coffee to talk about how caffeine can be used to build bridges.
We can't say anything about the weather, but we promise a great atmosphere and something tasty to eat! It will take placeon August 25 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Brobyggerne ( Ubuntu House at Købmagergade 43, 1st floor, 1150 Copenhagen K). Admission is free, but space is limited, so hurry up and sign up!
