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15 05, 2026

Concert “Slavic Heritage” by the Gnesin Ensemble of Contemporary Choral Music “Altro coro” in Brussels

2026-05-15T16:05:15+02:00May 15th, 2026|Categories: Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , |

On 13 May, the Russian House in Brussels hosted a concert by the Gnesin Ensemble of Contemporary Choral Music “Altro coro” under the direction of Alexander Sergeyevich Ryzhinsky — the ensemble’s artistic director, principal conductor, Rector of the Gnesin Russian Academy of Music, Doctor of Arts, and laureate of the Prize of the Government of the Russian Federation. The evening programme, entitled “Slavic Heritage”, was dedicated to the Day of Slavic Literature and Culture — a holiday celebrated annually on 24 May in honour of Saints Cyril and Methodius, the creators of the Slavic alphabet. [...]

14 05, 2026

Online Presentation of GITIS at the Russian House in Brussels

2026-05-14T10:33:31+02:00May 14th, 2026|Categories: Education in Russia, Meet Russia, Science|Tags: , , , , |

On May 6, 2026, an online presentation of the Russian Institute of Theatre Arts — GITIS — took place at the Russian House in Brussels. The educational programmes, structure, history, and international activities of this renowned institution were presented. GITIS is one of the largest theatre schools in Russia and Europe, founded in 1878. The Institute preserves the traditions of the Russian theatre school and is the only higher educational institution in the country where students receive training in all specialisations required for theatre. In 2028, GITIS will celebrate its 150th anniversary. The Institute includes eight faculties — acting, directing, [...]

16 04, 2026

VII International Environmental Dictation: Join the Global Movement!

2026-04-16T14:47:22+02:00April 16th, 2026|Categories: Contests&Olympiads, Russian House News, Science|Tags: |

From April 15 to April 22, 2026, the VII International Environmental Dictation will take place. This large-scale educational project invites participants from all over the world to test their ecological knowledge and support the protection of our planet. The event starts on Environmental Knowledge Day (April 15) and concludes on Earth Day (April 22). This year’s central theme is "Ecological Wellbeing." Key Topics: Ways to achieve environmental prosperity in local territories. Air, water, and soil purity. Reforestation and protection of nature reserves. Waste management, recycling, and sustainable consumption. How to participate: You can join the challenge online via the official [...]

14 04, 2026

Educational Program “Pushkin’s Saint Petersburg” — 2026

2026-04-14T15:00:08+02:00April 14th, 2026|Categories: Contests&Olympiads, Education in Russia, Meet Russia|Tags: |

The Committee for External Relations of Saint Petersburg is pleased to announce the annual educational program "Pushkin's Saint Petersburg," scheduled to take place from May 24 to May 30, 2026. The program explores the life and literary heritage of Alexander Pushkin through lectures, seminars with leading experts, and guided tours of historical sites associated with the poet. Target Audience: Principals and teachers of Russian language and literature. Students (grades 8–10) from schools named after A.S. Pushkin. Financial Terms: Covered by the organizers: Hotel accommodation, meals, local transportation within Saint Petersburg, and the cultural program. Covered by participants: Travel expenses to [...]

13 03, 2026

International Historical Competition “First in Space”

2026-03-13T10:24:20+01:00March 13th, 2026|Categories: Contests&Olympiads, Meet Russia, Our Compatriots, Science|Tags: , , |

Compatriots aged 14–17 from countries abroad are invited to participate. To participate, prepare a video presentation on one of the topics and send it to mmds.helpdesk@gmail.com by March 15. Topics: The impact of Yuri Gagarin’s flight on global science and society The first human spaceflight: chronology of the historic event The role of Sergei Korolev in Yuri Gagarin’s flight Gagarin as a symbol of space diplomacy Russia’s achievements in space Space stations of the USSR and Russia The contribution of the peoples of the USSR to the first human spaceflight The reflection of Gagarin’s flight in art, architecture and literature [...]

10 03, 2026

The Birth of the Kingdom of Belgium: Lecture Series by Professor Vladimir Ronin

2026-03-10T15:02:42+01:00March 10th, 2026|Categories: History Club, Russian House News|Tags: , |

At the Russian House in Brussels, as part of the Historical Club program, a series of lectures by the renowned historian Vladimir Ronin titled “The Birth of the Kingdom of Belgium” is taking place. During the first session on February 25, the lecture focused on the events preceding the creation of Belgium: the life of the southern provinces within the United Kingdom of the Netherlands, the economic and social tensions of the time, the uprising of 1830 in Brussels, and the first steps toward independence. Particular attention was given to the role of royal power, social movements, and diplomatic events that [...]

5 03, 2026

Young Compatriots Invited to Participate in the Programme “Reading the Blockade Book” in St. Petersburg

2026-03-05T15:04:34+01:00March 5th, 2026|Categories: History Club, Meet Russia, Our Compatriots, Victory80|Tags: , |

From 22 to 29 March 2026, St. Petersburg will host the IX educational programme for young compatriots “Reading the Blockade Book”, dedicated to the 82nd anniversary of the complete liberation of Leningrad from the Nazi blockade.The programme is open to young compatriots aged 12–16 living abroad, as well as accompanying teachers of Russian language, literature, history, or culture (aged 25–60).The programme includes:lectures and interactive workshopsthematic excursions in St. Petersburga trip along the Road of Lifemeetings with representatives of veterans’ and public organisationsFor accompanying teachers, special round tables on multilingual education and pedagogy will be organised.The organisers cover accommodation, meals, local transport [...]

3 12, 2025

The Russian House in Brussels Honoured the Memory of the Fallen on the Day of the Unknown Soldier

2025-12-04T11:41:36+01:00December 3rd, 2025|Categories: History Club, Our Compatriots, Russian House News, Victory80|Tags: , , , , , |

Today, on 3 December, the Day of the Unknown Soldier, staff of the Russian House in Brussels laid flowers at the monument to Soviet citizens who died in Belgium, located at the Brussels Cemetery. The Day of the Unknown Soldier is a commemorative date marked annually in Russia on 3 December in honour of Russian and Soviet servicemen who fell in combat both on the territory of the country and beyond its borders. The date was established in memory of the transfer in 1966 of the remains of an unknown soldier to the Alexander Garden near the Kremlin Wall — [...]

27 11, 2025

Public Policy and Law: New Learning Opportunities at the RUDN University Law Institute

2025-11-27T14:58:22+01:00November 27th, 2025|Categories: Education in Russia, Meet Russia|Tags: , |

On November 18 at 14:00 (Brussels time), the Law Institute of the RUDN University held an online presentation dedicated to admission opportunities at the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia. Participants learned about the three levels of study — Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs, and received an in-depth introduction to the Department of Public Policy and the History of State and Law, including its new educational program. Speakers of the event:— Freddy Agonnoude, PhD in Political Science, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Public Policy and the History of State and Law— Asiyat Ibragimova, Specialist in International Affairs, Law Institute of [...]

11 11, 2025

The Staff of the Russian House Took Part in a Wreath-Laying Ceremony at Ixelles Cemetery on Armistice Day

2025-11-11T14:59:32+01:00November 11th, 2025|Categories: History Club, Our Compatriots, Russian House News, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , , , |

On November 11, 2025, the staff of the Russian House in Brussels took part in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Ixelles Cemetery in honor of Armistice Day, a date commemorated across Europe to mark the end of World War I and to honor the memory of those who fell. This annual ceremony is a symbol of gratitude and respect for those who gave their lives in the struggle for freedom and peace in Europe. At Ixelles Cemetery, Russian and Soviet soldiers and officers are buried — they fell in Belgium during the First and Second World Wars, defending the freedom [...]

15 10, 2025

The regional resettlement program for compatriots to the Pskov Region

2025-10-15T14:15:15+02:00October 15th, 2025|Categories: Meet Russia, Our Compatriots|Tags: |

On September 30, the Russian House in Brussels hosted a presentation of the regional resettlement program for compatriots to the Pskov Region. Here is a brief summary of the discussion. The Pskov Region has been actively implementing the State Program for the Resettlement of Compatriots for 15 years and serves as a vivid example of the successful use of this mechanism. Since 2010, the region has welcomed more than 12,000 people from 25 countries around the world. From January to August 2025, 413 compatriots from 17 countries arrived in the Pskov Region. The experience of the Pskov Region demonstrates a [...]

13 10, 2025

Methodological Events for Teachers of Russian Abroad

2025-10-13T09:24:28+02:00October 13th, 2025|Categories: Russian language, Teach Russian|Tags: |

In the autumn of 2025, one of the largest professional events in the field of teaching Russian abroad will begin. From October 15 to November 19, the international online methodological program “Organization of Russian Language Courses Abroad” will take place, bringing together more than 1,000 teachers from 100 countries.The goal of the project is to support and strengthen the methodological potential of teachers of Russian abroad, to provide them with access to modern educational resources and technologies, and to help them organize short-term language courses for different audiences more effectively.Organizers:The Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States Affairs, Compatriots Living [...]

6 10, 2025

An online meeting with representatives of the Russian Biotechnological University (ROSBIOTECH) was held at the Russian House in Brussels

2025-10-06T18:36:57+02:00October 6th, 2025|Categories: Education in Russia, Science|Tags: , , |

Participants learned about the university’s activities, educational programs, and opportunities for international students. Founded in 1930, the Russian Biotechnological University is one of Russia’s leading institutions in the fields of biotechnology for the food and processing industries, food security, quality management, environmental protection, food chemistry, mechanical engineering, IT, and medicine. ROSBIOTECH offers multidisciplinary training in 123 study areas within secondary vocational education, bachelor’s, master’s, postgraduate, and residency programs. A distinctive feature of its medical programs is the opportunity to gain expertise in nutrition science, dietetics, and personalized nutrition. The university also implements the “Startup as a Thesis” program, aimed at [...]

8 09, 2025

On the Anniversary of the Battle of Borodino: Remembering Courage and Historical Ties between Russia and Europe

2025-09-08T15:05:51+02:00September 8th, 2025|Categories: History Club, Our Compatriots, Russian House News|

On September 8, 2025, the Russian House in Brussels commemorates the anniversary of the Battle of Borodino, one of the key events of the Patriotic War of 1812, known in European historiography as the “Battle for Moscow.” The Russian army under the command of M.I. Kutuzov repelled Napoleon’s forces, demonstrating the strength of national spirit and readiness to defend the homeland.Special attention is given to the historical role of the future first King of Belgium, Leopold I, who in his youth served in the Russian army and participated in military actions against the French. Fluent in Russian, he advanced with Russian [...]

2 09, 2025

Applications Now Open for the 2025 Career School in Yerevan

2025-09-02T12:16:35+02:00September 2nd, 2025|Categories: Contests&Olympiads, Education in Russia, Our Compatriots|Tags: , |

How can you build a successful career and promote yourself as a specialist? What skills and tools are needed for professional growth? Participants of the 2025 Career School, which will take place from October 19 to 23 in Yerevan, will receive detailed answers to these and many other questions. Young compatriots born between 1995 and 2007 are invited to apply. Participation is completely free: organizers will cover travel, accommodation, and program expenses (except for visa processing). The program includes a rich cultural and educational agenda, expert-led sessions, practical workshops, and networking opportunities. To participate, you must: Read the Competition Guidelines: [...]

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