We warmly invite you to our Skillsharing Weekend at the GemSe!
At this queer-feminist, solidarity-based community space in the Gailtal, we create a space together where we inspire each other and learn from one another. The GemSe is a social meeting point and project space in nature, where encounter, collective learning, and solidarity are at the heart of everything – far from everyday life, right in the middle of the green.
In workshops, open sessions, and facilitated exchange formats, we want to collectively share and apply knowledge and practical skills around group facilitation, conflict and communication methods in social movements, and self-organised projects. Facilitation here means shaping conversations so that everyone is heard and can move productively into collective action – an essential skill when we want to bring together diverse perspectives and use conflicts as opportunities for growth. The weekend offers time to get to know each other, cook and eat together, experience nature and celebrate, as well as space for lively discussions and methodological experiments.
When: 03.-06.09.2026
Arrival by 3rd of September, 4:00 PM; dinner at 5:30 PM; check-in and get-together at 7:00 PM
End: 6th of September, 1:00 PM
Where: GemSe
Accessibility: An elevator provides access to all GemSe facilities; one room is equipped with an accessible bathroom; the kitchen is not wheelchair-accessible.
Food: We will organise groceries in advance so we can cook vegetarian/vegan together. If you have any intolerances or allergies, please let us know when you register.
Languages: Please let us know which language you’re comfortable working in. English and German are easily accommodated. Unfortunately, due to funding constraints, we cannot provide translation into Austrian Sign Language (ÖGS).
Registration by July 15, 2026: skillsharing(at)mailbox.org
Cost contribution: donation based on your means, paid in cash on site
When registering, please write a few words about what you’d like to contribute to the skill-sharing and bring your curiosity, your experiences, and your desire to exchange ideas! We will develop the program together on-site. The beautiful natural surroundings and the atmosphere of GemSe provide a wonderful setting for our time together. We look forward to seeing you!
Warm regards,
Konfliktmoderation Oesterreich, Gemse Association, Schau:Räume