When does the reading by Maureen Burgstahler take place?

The reading takes place on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 7:30 PM.

Where does the event take place?

The venue is the Freiburg City Library at Münsterplatz 17, 79098 Freiburg.

How long does the reading last?

The program is scheduled from 7:30 to about 9:00 PM.

What is the admission fee?

Admission to the reading is free.

Is the venue accessible?

Freiburg City Library is designated as accessible according to DIN 18040.

What is 'Ubuntu in Me' about?

The book connects personal experiences with the themes of Ubuntu, resilience, hope, belonging, integration, and human connectedness.

Ubuntu in Me: Maureen Burgstahler Opens Literary Spaces for Lived Connectedness

Name: Reading 'Ubuntu in Me' by Maureen Burgstahler
Start: 2026-10-16T19:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-16T21:00:00+02:00
Location: Stadtbibliothek Freiburg

Ubuntu in Me: A Reading on Connectedness, Resilience, and Humanity

On Friday, October 16, 2026, Maureen Burgstahler invites you to the Freiburg City Library for a reading from her book 'Ubuntu in Me.' The event is part of the book festival 'Words & Vibes' and is dedicated to a philosophy that powerfully counters modern individualism: Ubuntu – 'I am because we are.'

A Personal Story Becomes a Literary Experience

Maureen Burgstahler combines personal experiences in 'Ubuntu in Me' with a universal question: What gives people support when life challenges them? Her narrative revolves around hope, belonging, integration, and the power of human relationships. Drawing from autobiographical experiences, a literary invitation emerges to rethink community and mutual responsibility.

The Art of Language in Connectedness

The reading focuses on the invisible connections between people. Burgstahler describes Ubuntu not as an abstract concept but as a lived attitude. Her texts lead from individual life paths to a broader cultural discourse about identity, humanity, and the question of how solidary coexistence can succeed.

Maureen Burgstahler: Author and Impulse Giver

Maureen Burgstahler is the author of 'The Confident Me,' 'Ubuntu in Me,' 'Can Integration Succeed? Amani!' and 'You Were Never an Imposter.' In addition, she works as an Agile Coach, business trainer, and certified life-and-purpose coach. In her work, she connects personal development, psychological safety, inclusive transformation, and the Ubuntu philosophy.

Reading Atmosphere at the Freiburg City Library

The intimate atmosphere of the city library provides the perfect setting for a meeting with the author, where voice, language, and personal experience interact directly. Besides the reading, there is room for exchange and joint reflection. The literary experience is aimed at all who are interested in contemporary literature, African perspectives, resilience, and social cohesion.

Conclusion: Literature as a Bridge Between People

'Ubuntu in Me' promises a touching reading with cultural depth and personal closeness. Visitors will experience an author who understands literature as a space for encounter, belonging, and new perspectives. Those who want to experience the connecting power of stories live will find a special occasion that evening in Freiburg.