One of my favourite gifts this year was a Correctbook, given to me by the board when I finished my role as chairperson of Delft MaMa. A Dutch company that has the laudable mission to banish illiteracy worldwide, this was the first time I'd seen the product. Essentially a notebook that can be wiped clean, … Continue reading Correctbook
I first discovered the Creative Business Bachelor's Programme at InHolland last year via my daughter, as it's her top choice to study when she finishes high school. Then, I realised I had already crossed paths online with one of the lecturers, and via her was fortunate to meet lecturer Jonathan Evans at an event I … Continue reading Creating a Communication Canvas – Guest Lecture for InHolland Creative Business
If you're in Europe, hope you've had a fabulous summer holiday! You may like to read about mine over via this link: Holiday in the Harz I wrote this article as part of my London School of Journalism course.
THUAS Last night I attended the official opening for the new academic year of THUAS (The Hague University of Applied Sciences) or de Haagse Hogeschool in Dutch. With around 25,000 students and 2,000 staff, spread out over 4 campuses, it's a huge institution to work for. I particularly enjoy the huge diversity of students and … Continue reading 2023-2024 Academic Year Opening, The Hague University of Applied Sciences
Earlier this year, I had the pleasure presenting at the Welcome to Delft May event, which as the name clearly reflects, focusses on welcoming newcomers to Delft. ACCESS is a wonderful organisation that has been supporting English speakers in the Netherlands for over 35 years, and organises this event twice a year in conjunction with … Continue reading 2023 (September) Welcome to Delft
Connecting Humans. All Welcome. The mission of LinkedInLocal events are to connect humans and get to know the people behind the profiles. Strengthen your existing connections, and build new ones. Whether you are a student, a CEO or any other kind of human in any industry, this is an inclusive networking event with a focus … Continue reading 2023 (September) LinkedInLocal – Delft – Embracing Diversities
This year, I have continued as a volunteer editor & community manager. This post here on Zestee is to highlight my feature articles this year. If you're reading this and looking for an experienced online writer, I'm available for (paid) writing opportunities, please contact me. Pathé Movie of the Month I'm delighted to have an … Continue reading 2023 The Hague OnLine
This year, I've started offering Dutch to English translation and editing services. Though not the original core of my business, it's a great expansion that has grown from a need I have seen during my consulting, teaching and training in the Netherlands. I truly admire the English language skills of the Dutch and have lived … Continue reading Dutch to English translation and editing
Back in 2016, I wrote about a new Toastmasters group that some of my students started at The Hague University of Applied Sciences, after I shared with them that the organisation helped me a lot when I was younger. Back then I couldn't be involved much as I had other commitments. Now, in 2023, I'm … Continue reading Rejoining The Hague University Toastmasters
On Friday 23 June 2023, Den Haag Inspireert! (The Hague Inspires!) was hosted by The Hague City Council, the Economic Board of The Hague, Horeca Nederland, WNO NCW, MKB Den Haag and Rabobank at Amare. The programme offered an opening session, followed by an option of 10 different knowledge sessions. The first nine were offered … Continue reading 2023 Den Haag Inspireert! The Hague Inspires!
On 2 June 2023, I had the absolute pleasure of being present at the Neurodiversity in Business in The Netherlands launch. Hosted by EY in Amsterdam, it was a truly inspiring event. You have no doubt seen a wide range of discussion around DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) and may or may not have (yet) … Continue reading Neurodiversity in Business the Netherlands launch
On Thursday 25 May, I had the pleasure of facilitating a 2 hour workshop for "PhD Day". Held in the beautiful location of the Schaapskooi in the Delftse Hout, I designed this to be interactive - and with elements outside, as it was such a beautiful day! The superhero masks were part of the inclusion … Continue reading TU Delft PhD Day – Increasing Visibility for PhDs and Researchers Workshop
On Monday 15 May, I attended the Delft Verbindt BBQ at ROC Mondriaan. Though the few days before were beautiful weather, it seems if you plan a BBQ in the Netherlands, it will be cold! At least it wasn’t wet. The event was in Dutch, and I’m trying hard to integrate here in the Netherlands … Continue reading 2023 Delft Verbindt BBQ
For my entire working career, I've dedicated hours to volunteering. I believe it brings so many benefits, and also allows you to give back to society in a meaningful way. Here in The Hague, the Netherlands, there is a fantastic organisation that provides support and a database of English-language volunteering opportunities for the international community: … Continue reading 2023 Volunteer The Hague Mix & Match Job Fair
Connecting Humans. All Welcome. The mission of LinkedInLocal events are to connect humans and get to know the people behind the profiles. Strengthen your existing connections, and build new ones. Whether you are a student, a CEO or any other kind of human in any industry, this is an inclusive networking event with a focus … Continue reading 2023 (June) LinkedInLocal – The Hague – Communication
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On 11 May 2023, I very much enjoyed working with a small but very diverse group of internationals who have recently moved to Delft. This workshop is offered through the Coming to Delft service, for PhDs and their parters at TU Delft. The Coming to Delft representative who came to welcome the guests was Patrick, … Continue reading 2023 (May) TU Delft Building your Network in the Netherlands workshop
Today I had the pleasure presenting at the Welcome to Delft event, which as the name clearly reflects, focusses on welcoming newcomers to Delft. ACCESS is a wonderful organisation that has been supporting English speakers in the Netherlands for over 35 years, and organises this event twice a year in conjunction with the Gemeente Delft. … Continue reading 2023 (May) Welcome to Delft
I have launched a new Instagram account dedicated to diversities. I've specifically chosen the word "diversities" in place of diversity to represent the very many aspects such as: Gender Race Sexual orientation Culture Religion Skin, Eye, Hair Colour and other aspects of appearance Neurodiversity I've taught intercultural communication and intercultural competence for some time. I … Continue reading Embracing Diversities
The Hague Tech hosted their 2nd panel discussion for this year on Employee Wellbeing on 20 April 2023. What a wealth of knowledge and experience shared by the panel: Arosha Brouwer, Co-founder & CEO, Quan (moderator) Charles Weiler-Ulin, Founder & CEO, Holland Park Media Jan-Pieter Versluijs, CEO & Founder, Solar Monkey Igor Konstantinos, Head of … Continue reading Panel 35 Employee Wellbeing
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