An English-speaking community located in the heart of Basel
Photo © Armin Roth
Share your interests with members from over 50 countries, improve your language skills, support the community and make new friends along the way.
See What We Do, check our Social Media Channels and talk to us at Centrepoint’s front desk during Front Desk Hours or at a Social Event.
Events
Meet open-minded people from all over the world in a casual and inviting atmosphere at our social events. Enjoy informative talks, inspiring discussions and exciting excursions.
All events are open to members and guest.
Activity Groups
Activity groups enable members to share common interests in a relaxed social atmosphere. Join an existing group or create your own.
Conversation Groups
Next Events
Monthly and Special Events
Weekly Social Events
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An opportunity to practise your German in a friendly environment whist having a cup of tea or coffee. Members with all levels of German knowledge are welcome.
Place: Centrepoint
Who: Members and guests
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A popular weekly chance to meet other members, make friends and chat over a cup of coffee or tea. There are volunteers at the coffee morning to welcome new members and show guests around.
Place: Centrepoint
Date and Time: Fridays 10:30 - 12:30
Who: Members and guests
Cost: Free, small donations are welcome -
Another opportunity to practise your German in a friendly environment whist having a cup of tea or coffee. Members with all levels of German knowledge are welcome.
Place: Centrepoint
Date and Time: Fridays 14:00 - 15:30
Who: Members and guests
Cost: Free, small donations are welcome
How To Find Us
From Barfüsserplatz you can take the stairs via Lohnhofgässlein (1) to Lohnhof (blue arrows) or follow the tram tracks up Kohleberg (2) (green). The nearest tram station is Musik-Akademie (3, purple). More instructions
Volunteering
Whatever your interests, skills or time budget, you are welcome to contribute. Start your own activity group, lead a conversation group, organize events, help with marketing or become a volunteer for a day..
Current Vacancies
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As Secretary you are responsible for preparing the monthly board meetings, the Annual General Meeting and recording all actions and decisions. You are closely working together with your colleagues on the Board by keeping the calendar and all procedures up to date.
If you are interested in this role at the heart of Centrepoint, please contact Jan-Willem van Wijck at president[at]centrepoint.ch
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The Editor for Static Content will review and update the static webpages (ie. volunteering, activity groups, language conversation groups or member benefits) on a monthly or quarterly basis in close collaboration with the responsible board members.
For further information, questions and contact, please contact Heidrun under communications[at]centrepoint.ch or Maarten under volunteers@centrepoint.ch
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The Editor for Editorial Content will lead the editorial team and coordinate the creation and publication of news, reports and features. Together the two editors are responsible for ensuring that the Centrepoint website remains informative and appealing, attracting both members and potential members and partners. Both editors will be part of the editorial team and the Communication and Marketing team.
For further information, questions and contact, please contact Heidrun under communications[at]centrepoint.ch or Maarten under volunteers@centrepoint.ch
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The goal is to create 5-6 ArtWall exhibitions per year in the Centrepoint hallway. You should have a special interest in arts, be open to explore local arts and create contact to artists.y
You will have a small team of helpers to set up exhibitions and vernissages.
For further information, questions and contact, please contact Giok under activities[at]centrepoint.ch
Front Desk Hours
Centrepoint can be visited during the opening hours to connect with members. The Front Desk Volunteers are open for questions and will be happy to help.
Join Us
Become part of our community. Meet open-minded people, join our activities or volunteer to enrich our club life. Why? Find some answers of our members:
„Centrepoint is a great place if you want to connect with people. Volunteering is the way to get in touch with the club members, socialise and learn about the fascinating stories they have to share.“
„Apart from the language lessons, trips, talks and aperos, Centrepoint is the place to meet people from diverse and interesting backgrounds. Giving back to a community that has done so much for me is very satisfying. Centrepoint has people at its heart, and its heart is for the people.“
„I’m excited about my role as Trips Coordinator and the chance to discover more about the beautiful city of Basel and its surroundings. It’s also a great way to support Centrepoint, since all its activities are managed entirely by volunteers.“
„Almost anything can be interesting if you dig deep enough. That’s why I agreed to take over as Talks Coordinator – and because nothing virtual can ever match the concentration and excitement of a live, in-person event.“
„Centrepoint is the result of a unique vision and a dedicated team of volunteers. I am proud of what all of us, from the oldest to the newest members, have accomplished over the years. May our "home" in the beautiful Lohnhof continue to thrive as a place where everyone feels welcome, enjoys meeting people and has the urge to get involved.“
„I love Centrepoint for its diversity, you will find people from over the world who can share their own story of Swiss integration and inspire you!“
„At Centrepoint I love working together with dedicated and skilled people on the communications team.“
„I really enjoy being a volunteer at Centrepoint. It gives me meaning and purpose as well as plentiful opportunities to socialise with the members of this great community.“
„Meeting wonderful people, at conversation groups made my integration to Basel so much easier.“
„I am enjoying my volunteering engagement for the highly diverse community at Centrepoint!“
Ukrainian Initiative
For more than a year, Centrepoint’s Ukrainian Initiative has provided a kind and welcoming oasis for refugees from the conflict in Ukraine. More about the Initiative and how your support can help:
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News
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The level of this group will be decided according to interest. It will take place on Wednesdays 13:00-13:55. It is not suitable for complete beginners, some knowledge of the language is needed.
If you are interested please contact our Conversations Coordinator, directly at conversations[at]centrepoint.ch
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This new group will take place on Tuesdays at 15:30. It is for beginners and is suitable for learners who would like to cover the basics of the language.
For more information please contact our Conversations Coordinator, directly at conversations[at]centrepoint.ch
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