Workshop stage – New educational programme at SightCity
With the SightCity workshop stage, we are presenting an interactive educational format for the first time that combines theory and practice directly at the trade fair. In a specially set up area on Level 1 of Kap Europa, we offer you the opportunity not only to familiarise yourself with aids and technologies, but also to try them out and learn how to use them yourself under professional guidance.
Our objective
The workshop stage was created to:
- To enablepractice-orientated learning – from passive listening to active experimentation
- To providedeeper insights into tools and technologies
- Promotedirect dialogue between users, experts and manufacturers
- Teachconcrete application skills
- Being able to answerindividual questions in small groups
Unlike lectures in the forum, the focus here is on working and practising together. The workshops offer a safe environment in which to learn new skills and overcome uncertainties when using aids.
Who are the workshops for?
Our workshops are aimed at different target groups:
- People with visual impairments who want to learn about new aids or make better use of existing ones
- Relatives and carers who want to learn about support options
- Specialist staff from counselling centres, rehabilitation facilities and schools
- Employers and colleagues who want to create accessible working environments
- Students and trainees in relevant disciplines
From beginners to advanced users – we offer suitable workshops for every level of knowledge.
Why a workshop stage?
SightCity has set up the workshop stage in response to the growing demand for hands-on education. We know from visitor surveys in previous years that many participants would like more opportunities to try out and learn hands-on.
The workshop stage closes the gap between theoretical lectures in the forum and the pure product presentation at the trade fair stands. It offers a structured framework in which visitors can acquire new skills under expert guidance.
This format also enables exhibitors to demonstrate the benefits of their products in a practical context and receive direct feedback from users.
Diverse theme worlds
Our range of workshops covers two main topics:
Working world & leisure world
From digital accessibility and professional skills to everyday life skills and creative activities – our workshops cover a broad spectrum.
There you will find detailed information on all workshops, dates and content.
Participation & registration
Participation options
Presence on site (Cape Europe, Frankfurt)
Online participation via livestream
Limitation of participants
The number of participants is limited for each workshop to ensure an optimal learning experience. The exact number of places available will be indicated separately for each workshop.
Participation fees
The workshop programmes are divided into two categories:
- Free workshops: The majority of our workshops are free of charge for trade fair visitors.
- Premium workshops: These workshops run by professional trainers are offered at discounted rates of between €50 and €100 – well below the usual market prices for comparable training courses.
The exact fees can be found in the respective workshop description.
Registration process
- Fill out the registration form completely
- Select your desired type of participation (presence/online)
- You will receive a confirmation email within 3 working days
The confirmation e-mail contains:
- For attendance: your confirmation of attendance (valid as admission authorisation)
- For online participation: The access data for the livestream
- Information on payment of the participation fee (for workshops subject to a charge)
Important notes
- Registration is binding
- Places will be allocated according to the number of registrations received
- If you are unable to attend, please cancel in good time so that other interested parties can take your place
- In exceptional cases, remaining places can be booked directly at the SightCity reception on the day of the event
- The availability of last-minute places cannot be guaranteed
Please note: Prior registration is strongly recommended as capacities are limited.