Goethe-Institut Myanmar

As part of the new chapter of the AoC 2026-2029, the Goethe-Institut Myanmar, together with its partners, is expanding the Academy of Care team and is currently inviting applications for multiple positions, for different professional levels from different area of expertise.

Check out our social media channels and our website under Career for further announcements on job openings in the coming days and weeks.  

The Goethe-Institut Myanmar is looking for a “Cultural Programme Coordinator” (50%) and an “Assistant to Director” (25%) starting on 1 June 2026. The position is particularly suitable for professionals of relevant creative sectors and with a strong interest in cultural project coordination and management / arts administration for an international cultural institution with at least three to five years of professional experience in the field. Experience in working with international organizations, as well as excellent English skills, is required.

Learn more about the job description, requirements, and application process by clicking the following link.

Twelve focus groups participating in the Towards Empathy program of Goethe-Institut Myanmar have engaged in-depth discussions on themes, perspectives, and case studies related to empathy, approached through a range of methodologies and thematic frameworks. In the forthcoming phase, each group will design and implement projects that build upon and reflect these discussions, with the intention of sharing their outcomes with a wider public. Further information will be communicated through Goethe-Institut Myanmar’s official online platforms.

Curious Academy Myanmar, jointly organized by the Goethe-Institut Myanmar and the School of Contemporary Art (SoCA), will continue to run programs in 2026 with both local and international facilitators.

In March, presentations by all participants will be held, and the details will be shared on the Goethe-Institut Myanmar’s online platforms.

In March, the German courses at the Goethe-Institut Myanmar will begin for Term 2.

Start learning the German language systematically at the Goethe-Institut Myanmar! Our German language courses are based on the six levels defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Our courses are thereby internationally recognized and comparable. You can now register for our german courses online anytime, anywhere. For any inquiries, please get in touch with us via info.language.mmr@goethe.de.

Term 2 dates: 02 March 2026 – 08 April 2026
Registration: 02.02.2026 – 08.02.2026

Start learning German now and take one step closer to your goal!

Based on the Sustainable Development Goals SDGs, the Youth Dialogue Lab will continue to take place at the library in 2026. The dialogue offers young people a space to exchange ideas and perspectives on different topics and themes.

This session will focus on SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth. It will explore how young people can gain important skills by volunteering in community projects. Participants will talk about what volunteerism means, its core values, and the challenges currently faced by volunteers in Myanmar. The discussion will also look at the knowledge and skills that can be gained through volunteering and how these can be used to make future community projects more effective. Young people who are interested in thinking, connecting, and discussing these topics are encouraged to join. A

Admission is free. Spaces are limited, so please register in advance to secure your spot by sending email to biblio-yangon@goethe.de with the following details ♦Name ♦Age ♦Contact Number

For children who would like to create keepsakes inspired by traditional Myanmar toys, the library’s Children and Youth Program will be hosting a Paper Mache Activity for children aged 8–12 years on 28 February.

In this activity, participants will recreate traditional Myanmar toys such as Pyit Taing Htaung and Phoe Wa dolls by layering and pasting colorful paper with glue. While making these paper figures, children will also learn about traditional Myanmar toys. This fun and hands-on program is sure to provide your child with joy, creativity, and valuable knowledge.

We warmly invite you to give your child the opportunity to create something new and unique inspired by Myanmar’s traditional toys and cultural heritage.

Admission is free. Spaces are limited, so please register in advance to secure your spot by sending email to biblio-yangon@goethe.de with the following details ♦Name ♦Age ♦Contact Number

This February, our beloved library board game day is going green and we’re inviting you to be part of the fun! Our brand-new theme, environmental game called “Der Planet Steht Auf Dem Spiel”, is all about learning how to care for our planet while having a blast with friends.
 
In this game, players will have fun figuring out how to sort different types of waste for proper disposal, how to recycle old items, and what methods and energy sources can be used to reduce carbon emissions, all while navigating a charming little map together.
 
This board game is also designed in an engaging way so that players can happily explore and learn knowledge related to environmental preservation. It is especially suitable for students at German language A2 level and above. Therefore, if you want to learn new German vocabulary related to environmental conservation, sign up now!

Here’s how to join:
Send an email to biblio-yangon@goethe.de with the following details:
• Your full name
• Your contact number
• Your German proficiency level

Exciting news for those looking to enhance their German reading skills! The monthly "Reading Club/Leseclub" is here to help expand your vocabulary and usage.

This month's program is aimed for the participants at the A2 Level. On both days, we will read the same book together with the teacher. The purpose is to nurture effective reading habits for readers; hence, we encourage you to participate in both sessions. So, we warmly welcome you to grab this opportunity to share your thoughts with other bookworms. Join us, and let's dive into the world of German literature together!

If you are interested in participating, please register by sending an email to biblio-yangon@goethe.de by providing the following information: • your name • contact number • your German proficiency level

In the "Learning Advisory" Program, you will be assisted with any challenges you may encounter in your German studies. A teacher of Goethe-Institut Myanmar will address these issues and provide recommendations. In this month's "Learning Advisory" program, we will delve into essential books, online resources, and tailored recommendations suitable for B1-level German language learners. A virtual online session has also been arranged so that those who cannot visit the library can participate and ask questions.

If you are interested in participating, please register by sending an email to biblio-yangon@goethe.de by providing the following information: • your name • contact number • your German proficiency level and • a question that you would like to ask • the session you wish to attend (specifying whether it will be 13.Feb.2026-In person OR  19.Feb.2026-Zoom Meeting)