Residents of The Hague with ground lease (erfpacht) can look up their ground lease information, pay and request a direct debit online on MijnDenHaag.nl. This online self-service is part of the municipality’s aim to improve its online services for residents and businesses. Possibilities on MijnDenHaag.nl By logging into MijnDenHaag.nl with your DigiD residents of The … Continue reading Arrange your ground lease affairs online
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D66, PvdA submit plans to allow dual nationality in the Netherlands
The Liberal democratic party D66 and the Labour party PvdA have submitted draft legislation to parliament which would allow dual nationality in the Netherlands. Currently, Dutch nationals who take a second nationality lose their right to a Dutch passport, while most foreigners who become Dutch are required to reject their original nationality. The proposal, submitted … Continue reading D66, PvdA submit plans to allow dual nationality in the Netherlands
Weekend special (Christmas & New Year’s)
Here’s a summary of highlighted events for the Christmas and New Year's season in The Hague and surrounds. Click on the links for more details. Please check the websites of the organisers for the most up to date information and any last minute changes. Have a great weekend! Jesus Christ Superstar (20 December-08 January 2017) From 20 … Continue reading Weekend special (Christmas & New Year’s)
2016 Volunteer The Hague Elearning Presentation
On Wednesday 7 December 2016, I had the pleasure of speaking at Volunteer The Hague. Held at the unique location of The Hague Public Transport Museum, around 100 people attended this event where I spoke about "Create your own Curriculum: Understanding the effect of the Elearning Explosion for Volunteers". Tetyana did an amazing job of co-ordinating this … Continue reading 2016 Volunteer The Hague Elearning Presentation
Operation Exit: Escape Room in The Hague
Operation Exit presents The Mansion: a unique escape room in the middle of The Hague. Will you uncover all the secrets of this mysterious house and make it out in time? Prepare for an hour-long adventure packed with riddles, puzzles and surprises! THE LEGEND… Baron Van Hagesteijn: a globe-trotter, a passionate hunter, and some say … Continue reading Operation Exit: Escape Room in The Hague
2016 COIL Conference
On 1 & 2 December 2016, I attended the European Conference on Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) for Higher Education at The Hague University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. Keynote Address: Robert O'Dowd Robert O'Dowd from the University of Leon spoke about COIL initiatives across university education: Learning to learn from each other. You … Continue reading 2016 COIL Conference
Koenders: Security Council must address security risks arising from climate change
Speaking at the opening of the second Planetary Security Conference at the Peace Palace in The Hague last week, foreign minister Bert Koenders said, ‘Chaos, conflict and migration – caused in part by climate change – affect all of us.’ The conference brought together over 300 security specialists, academics and policymakers from over 70 countries … Continue reading Koenders: Security Council must address security risks arising from climate change
Government Committee: Amend the legislation on parentage and custody
Every child has an interest in having his or her parentage regulated as soon after birth as possible. The current variety of family forms in Dutch society means that legislation and policy in the field of parentage and custody needs to be amended. This is the opinion of the Government Committee on the Reassessment of … Continue reading Government Committee: Amend the legislation on parentage and custody
Christmas Sing A Long in The Hague City Hall Atrium
Nearly 300 singers will take part in the Christmas Sing-A-Long in the Atrium of The Hague City Hall on Tuesday, 13 December. It will be a warm and inviting evening. Visitors can test out their own voices and sing along with the scratch Christmas choir under the direction of Gregor Bak. There will also be … Continue reading Christmas Sing A Long in The Hague City Hall Atrium
Weekend Special (16-18 December)
Here’s a summary of highlighted events for the upcoming weekend in The Hague and surrounds. Click on the links for more details. Please check the websites of the organisers for the most up to date information and any last minute changes. Have a great weekend! 2016 Royal Christmas Fair The Hague (13-23 December) Stroll through quaint stands … Continue reading Weekend Special (16-18 December)
First-ever European COIL conference held in The Hague
The Hague University of Applied Sciences (THUAS) recently organised Europe’s first ever Conference on Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL), which was held on December 1st and 2nd 2016. COIL is a worldwide network engaged in cross-boarder collaboration assisted by information technology that provides students with an avenue for intercultural learning. This conference is inspired by … Continue reading First-ever European COIL conference held in The Hague
Sinterklaas Celebrations
Sinterklaas is celebrated throughout the Netherlands today, with many Dutch schools finishing early. Though he arrived mid-November on a steamboat from Spain, December 5 is his birthday and the day which Dutch children usually receive presents. Many Dutch children eagerly follow the "Sinterklaas Journal" each evening, following the adventures of the Saint. Wikipedia gives a run down … Continue reading Sinterklaas Celebrations
Weekend Special (9-11 December)
Here's a summary of highlighted events for the upcoming weekend in The Hague and surrounds. Click on the links for more details. Please check the websites of the organisers for the most up to date information and any last minute changes. Have a great weekend! Cool Event Scheveningen (13 November - 15 January) This winter Scheveningen is … Continue reading Weekend Special (9-11 December)
Royal Academy of Dance Examinations in The Hague
On Monday, 21 November Pointeworks Dance Studio at the Malakkastraat was turned into a Royal Academy of Dance Examination Center. Students from Pointeworks Dance School and students from Balletschool de Singel, Dordrecht participated in the RAD Graded examinations. Each year around 230,000 candidates from all over the world take RAD dance exams. The Royal Academy … Continue reading Royal Academy of Dance Examinations in The Hague
2016 Code to Change Conference Amsterdam Highlights
This previous post about the 2016 Code to Change Conference Amsterdam gave details about the event and this post now shares some highlights. Celebrating inclusion nd diversity in digital innovations, Code to Change brings together high potential employees and great employers. The Bootcamp and mentoring programme gives support, skills and direction to women who would … Continue reading 2016 Code to Change Conference Amsterdam Highlights
Weekend Special (2-4 December 2016)
Here's a summary of highlighted events for the upcoming weekend in The Hague and surrounds. Click on the links for more details. Please check the websites of the organisers for the most up to date information and any last minute changes. Have a great weekend! Cool Event Scheveningen (13 November - 15 January) This winter Scheveningen is … Continue reading Weekend Special (2-4 December 2016)
New website for TheHagueOnLine
Today we are proud to announce the launch of a new website. With thanks to Lemonberry for their web and graphic design and IT support, the new site has been designed to continue to connect with our community and share daily news and events in English. Editor and Community Manager, Renee Veldman-Tentori has worked for TheHagueOnLine for … Continue reading New website for TheHagueOnLine
Government wants to ban or block mobile phones while driving
Mobile phone manufacturers could be legally required to fit devices that stop people using their handsets while driving, transport minister Melanie Schultz has told the AD. The government is looking at measures to cut the number of deaths and injuries caused by drivers being distracted by their phones. Around 600 fatal or serious incidents a … Continue reading Government wants to ban or block mobile phones while driving
My MICM Master’s: Unilever Magnum Case Study
As part of my MICM Masters, we did a case study with Unilever on Magnum Ice Creams. Here is the dream team I worked with: Tom, Chantal, Robert-Jan, Joud and Patricia. Our lecturer was Joe Goldiamond and we did a great excursion to the Unilever offices in Rotterdam.
The Hague to host Volley2018
The Hague will host the 10-day international Volley2018 volleyball event in July 2018. Three Olympic volleyball competitions will be united in this large-scale event: the European Beach Volleyball Championships, the Sitting Volleyball World Championships and the Men’s Junior European Volleyball Championships. The Dutch National Volleyball Federation (Nevobo) and the Municipality of The Hague presented the … Continue reading The Hague to host Volley2018
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