Workshop:
For many people who want to become self-employed in Germany or start a social enterprise, the first steps often come with lots of questions and formalities. This workshop offers practical, hands-on guidance on the key foundations you need to get started in a well-prepared, legally compliant, and sustainable way.
Topics covered:
- Basics of self-employment and business creation in Germany
- Difference between liberal professions (Freie Berufe) and trade (Gewerbe)
- Overview of relevant offices and authorities
- Legal forms and registration process
- Social security for the self-employed
- Introduction to income tax and VAT
Speaker
Magdalena Ziomek is an expert in the solidarity-based economy and co-founder and CEO of the SMartDe cooperative. For many years, she has worked to improve social protection and fair working conditions for freelancers and has guided countless founders through the complex administrative and legal processes of starting a business in Germany. Combining deep expertise with practical advice, she supports aspiring entrepreneurs in successfully launching their ventures.
Location: Online
Date: 12.11.2025 11 AM