National Conference 2026 of the German Junior Chamber in Hamburg
It's Time2Rise
October 22 to 25, 2026
Come aboard—right in the heart of the Hanseatic region, here with us in Hamburg! Experience an unforgettable adventure amid the harbor air, Hanseatic flair, and northern German hospitality. We are delighted to welcome Germany and the world to our northern region.
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The National Conference returns to the Hanseatic region.
What can you expect?
After more than 22 years, we are bringing the Federal Conference back to where merchant tradition and cosmopolitanism are at home – to the Hanseatic region.
Together – supported by five northern German states and 39 strong WJ circles – we want to shape buko2026 with Hanseatic strength and a clear stance.
Our foundation: the Hanseatic League. Our values: the principles of the honorable merchant. The result is a conference that connects, inspires, and moves.
Feel the strength of the north – be there when the Hanseatic region sets course for an unforgettable buko2026.
Time2Rise – we look forward to seeing you there.
- Ready to weigh anchor!
It's Time2Rise!
The countdown is on—we look forward to a breathtaking national conference in Hamburg with you.
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- Our focus areas
The 5 pillars of the National Conference
Change begins with the first step
Focus: Courage, implementation, energy
→ For everyone who prefers to create rather than manage. Transformation begins with the first step.
Drive · Willingness to change · Implementation · Innovative spirit
Surpassing oneself
Focus: Growth, vision, strategic outlook.
→ For anyone who wants to break new ground and actively shape the future.
Vision · Forward thinking ·
Expansion · Growth expertise
Making space for diversity
Focus: Diversity
→ Don’t think in patterns, but develop diversity to connect generations
Drive · Willingness to change · Implementation · Innovative spirit
Wissen, wofür man handelt
Focus: Purpose, values, inner alignment
→ For everyone who takes a stand and doesn’t leave impact to chance.
Meaning · Value orientation ·
Impact · Conviction
Take responsibility for the whole
Focus: Sustainability, public welfare, leadership responsibility
→ For everyone who considers society, the economy, and the environment as interconnected – and who bears responsibility.