10:30

 FINANCE 

Saving for retirement from the Czech Republic

Monika Souza from Partners

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Learn how to plan for a secure and comfortable retirement. Learn about the new DIP (the Long-Term Investment Product),  employer contributions, investment options and how to grow your wealth over time.

11:00

 FINANCE 

Tax on your crypto and securities: What you need to know in 2025

Jana Střelická from Auditor.cz

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Understand how crypto sales, mining, and staking are taxed. Learn practical tips for tax optimization and record-keeping. Avoid common mistakes and audits.

11:30

 LAW 

Your rights as a consumer: Late flight compensations, and more

Eva Sladká Florianová, Attorney at Law

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What are your rights and possible compensations when your flight is delayed or cancelled? Eva will explain these and other consumer's rights.

12:00

 LAW 

Job contracts & rules, made simple for expats

Tomáš Petyovský from Petyovský & partners

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We'll go through the types of employment contracts and their impact on visas, the realities of freelancing, and the most common myths about work agreements. Also, the latest labour law updates for 2025.

12:30

 INSURANCE 

Health Insurance when unemployed:
What should I do? Where do I belong?

Hana Faltýnková from VZP

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Are you in between jobs? One of your obligations is to figure out your health insurance. We'll explain what steps to take, based on your nationality and residence permit.

13:00

 JOB SEARCH 

Revolution at the labour office:
Digitalization and its influence on job searchers

Jarda Soukup from the Brno Expat Centre

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The Labour Office moved to the 21st century and digitised their forms connected to the unemployment. Learn what this change means to you.

13:30

 ADMIN ONLINE 

Your key to e-government: How to set up your digital identity

Marek Singer from the Brno Expat Centre

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Let´s be honest, going to authorities is a drag. Instead, you can now apply from home, using online portals. For those, you need a Czech digital identity, your key to e-government.

14:00

 CAREER 

Planning your career in the Czech Republic:
Key steps in your job search

Martina Neumannová from the Centre for Foreigners JMK

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The key aspects to consider in your job search. Sell your skills from previous experience, understand the local job market, and set realistic career goals.

14:30

 INSURANCE 

Commercial Health Insurance: Tips & Tricks

Viki Collier from UNIQA

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Getting the best from your health insurance should not be like driving through Brno without GPS. Meet your personal insurance navigator.

15:00

 SOCIETY 

See Something, Do Something: Responding to Hate Crimes

Nikoleta Fellnerová from In Iustitia

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Hate crimes thrive in silence. Whether you're a victim or a witness, your response matters. In this talk, we'll explore the immediate steps you can take to ensure safety, provide support, and take action against hate. Knowledge is power—equip yourself with the right tools to make a difference.

15:30

 MENTAL HEALTH 

How building resilience unlocks authentic expat integration

Shaun Copple from Brno Breakthru

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Moving abroad is more than just finding a job and a place to live—it’s about truly integrating, both externally in your new environment and internally within yourself. Gain a fresh perspective on what it means to be successful as an expat and practical steps to make it happen.

16:00

 BRNO 

Getting a social life in Brno: hobbies, arts and volunteering tips

Agi Buchtová, a very social Brno local

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Fill up your social calendar. Get your hobbies rolling, find your people, and lay down your roots. Do it in your own way and time, but begin today. Agi will supply you with a list of places to start from. Let's all share tips and discuss. 

16:30

 LANGUAGE MOTIVATION 

Multilingualism as a superpower

Linda Krahula Doleží from Masaryk University Language Centre

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​Multilingualism is a remarkable gift that unlocks access to diverse cultures, perspectives, and opportunities. Delve into its benefits and see how embracing it can enrich both our personal and professional lives, fostering deep connections with people from various backgrounds.