English speaking network for newcomers
Do you want to be part of an English speaking network for newcomers in Skive Municipality, Danes as well as internationals? We have a network for newcomers to the Skive Area, where you can share your thoughts and experiences about everyday life and living in the Skive Area. If you would like to join, find the group Newcomers to the Skive Area on Facebook to sign up.
Find and join the network on Facebook
Become an ambassador
Would you like to help raise awareness about Central Denmark as an attractive career destination together with other internationals who made Central Denmark their second home? Then the team of HEADSTART ambassadors might be just for you. As an ambassador you will share your experience with internationals who are interested in, or have decided to move to Central Denmark, and in return you can:
- Connect with like-minded international professionals
- Participate in relevant social and professional events
- Improve your social media and networking skills
- Contribute to Central Denmark's attractivity, and growth
Learn more about how to become an ambassador
Upcoming events
The Danish tax system online Q&A - Webinar
Is opening your tax assessment notice a nail-biting experience? It doesn't have to be! Join a free Danish Tax System Online Q&A and get familiar with the Danish tax system!
Free webinar on 3rd April 2024 at 17:00
Danish Culture - Webinar
Curious about the nuances of Danish culture? Whether you're a newcomer to Denmark or a local looking for deeper insights, this free webinar is for you!
Date: 30th of April
Time: 7-9 PM
Duration: 2 hours
Discover the warmth of Danish (extreme) equality, trust, homogeneity, tolerance, informality, privacy, sarcasm, irony, and dark humor.
Our speaker will delve into sociocultural, anthropological, and historical aspects, offering a humorous, serious, and provocative look at Danish mentality. Learn how these values manifest in daily life and what they mean for international employees and Danes alike.
Don't miss out on decoding the essence of Danish culture!
The webinar is hosted in cooperation with the following 5 municipalities: Ringkøbing-Skjern, Herning, Lemvig, Ikast-Brande og Skive. You are welcome to join the webinar, if you are a citizen in of these municipalities.
Skive Jobfestival 2024
Jobfair on 24th May 2024 from 10:00-15:00. Meet employers from the Skive area for talks about job and career opportunities.
Events and free webinars
Participate in different events and webinars and get insights into the underlying values and structures of the culture and society you now live in. Some events and webinars are offered by Skive Municipality or HEADSTART, which Skive Municipality is part of, while others are offered by different actors. Be aware that the events and webinars offered by the latter may mention services and offers that do not only apply to citizens in Skive Municipality.
You can also sign up to HeadStart's event guide to get a hand-picked selection of events - from informative webinars to social events in your area, and much more. Read more and sign up here.
Other types of events
IDA
IDA (The Danish Society of Engineers) is a professional association for technical, IT and natural sciences professionals. IDA arranges around 500 events in English each year all around the country. So if you are looking for in-depth professional knowledge, education programmes or social events, take a look at their website for upcoming events.