TEDx The Hague Salon (July 2026): Feeling alive: discomfort, belonging and trusting what happens next

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When was the last time you truly felt alive? Not simply comfortable or entertained, but completely present. Curious. Energised. Perhaps uncertain, vulnerable or even a little uncomfortable? That was the question at the heart of a TEDxTheHague Salon I attended at The Social Hub in The Hague in July. The theme was Feeling Alive, and rather … Continue reading TEDx The Hague Salon (July 2026): Feeling alive: discomfort, belonging and trusting what happens next

United Nations AI for Good

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Yesterday, I met up with one of my AI inspirations, Fleur Prince, at The Hague Tech. I first met Fleur when she gave an AI presentation at the WBII on Unleashing the Potential of AI in Business and have worked with her since on several AI related projects, including Alumni & AI events and THT … Continue reading United Nations AI for Good

First Impressions Who Am I Activity

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In many of my workshops, I've started with an activity that I created a few years ago from an idea I had when preparing for a personal branding workshop. I've then developed further and used for various workshops on topics like (neuro)diversity and inclusion, networking and even just as an icebreaker. Usually participants have never … Continue reading First Impressions Who Am I Activity

2025 Summer School @ THUAS

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For the 2nd year, I taught in the summer school @ The Hague University of Applied Sciences. Again I had the pleasure of working with Mandy. One of my favourite things is the diversity in this group. This year our field trip was to The Hague Tech. For more information: https://www.thuas.com/programmes/exchange-programmes-other-courses/hague-summer-school

2025 Gen Z Expo @ THUAS

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On 6 June 2025, I visited the Gen Z Expo, being held where I work at The Hague University of Applied Sciences. Organised by Community Z, The Gen Z Expo was advertised as connecting young professionals, business leaders, HR experts & changemakers to explore Gen Z's key challenges & opportunities. Though I'm not a huge … Continue reading 2025 Gen Z Expo @ THUAS

2025 Embracing Diversities Workshop @ Toastmasters of The Hague

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On Thursday 20 February, I gave a workshop at Toastmasters of The Hague. Here's the event text.... Join us for an interactive, inspiring workshop that will help you navigate the dynamic world of inclusive communication and intercultural understanding. Whether you’re a seasoned speaker, a curious professional, or simply passionate about human connection, this session is … Continue reading 2025 Embracing Diversities Workshop @ Toastmasters of The Hague

Wine Cheese and AI (November 2024)

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On Tuesday 12 November I attended another great Wine, Cheese and AI event in The Hague, organised by Fiona Passantino. Event promo text: “AI Sentience”: What is it, how does it happen, how do we know it’s happening, and when? A panel conversation at the dividing line between Human and AI consciousness to understand the … Continue reading Wine Cheese and AI (November 2024)

2024 Society 5.0 Festival Amsterdam

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9 & 10 October | The Social Hub Amsterdam City Amidst rapid technologisation, polarisation, the climate crisis, and burnout, it can be easy to sink into apathy and despair. But now is the time to gather and find agency, to do something: We need to transform society's social fabric. How? By listening, nurturing, and repairing our … Continue reading 2024 Society 5.0 Festival Amsterdam

Music, disability and diversity @ THUAS

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On Monday October 2024, I learned a lot from attending this very interesting and inspiring talk at The Hague University of Applied Sciences. Below is the event text, as well as my own photos and notes. ----- John Kelly - Music, Disability, Diversity and The Need for Positive Social Change! Join us for a session where we … Continue reading Music, disability and diversity @ THUAS

2024 Diversity Week @ THUAS

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From 30 September to 4 October,  De Haagse Hogeschool/The Hague University of Applied Sciences will celebrate Diversity Week. During this week, diversity in all its forms is highlighted – from cultural background and gender to neurodiversity and sexual orientation – as it is what brings us together and strengthens us. The week’s programme is dedicated … Continue reading 2024 Diversity Week @ THUAS

West African Cooking Workshop – A Taste of Community in The Hague

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On Saturday 28th September, I had a fabulous experience of attending this West African Cooking Workshop. Organised by Ebere, who I know via Rise & Lead, this was fully booked and a great success. Held at the recently opened KiCo in The Hague. Below is the promotional text which I shared on TheHagueOnLine: Feeling isolated … Continue reading West African Cooking Workshop – A Taste of Community in The Hague

Female Ventures Delft (September 2024)

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Female Ventures team Delft/The Hague is excited to host monthly networking drinks every third Thursday of the month in Delft or The Hague! An approachable way to meet and build new connections. This time we also include a special value add interactive session on “The Power of Self-Motivation: Navigating Professional Challenges With a Resilient Mindset” for you. … Continue reading Female Ventures Delft (September 2024)

Ageism Discussion @ The Hague Natural Health Centre

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On 29 May 2024, I attended a really interesting discussion on Ageism at The Hague Natural Health Centre. The Wikipedia entry gives a brief overview and is a good starting point: Ageism is a bias against individuals and groups based on their age, which may take the form of discrimination at all levels against such individuals and groups, … Continue reading Ageism Discussion @ The Hague Natural Health Centre

Welcome to Delft (May 2024)

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Moving to a new place can be exciting but also overwhelming. The Welcome to Delft events support newcomers to Delft. This programme is currently offered twice a year as a collaboration between ACCESS, Gemeente Delft and TU Delft. Saturday 25 May was the most recent edition of this event and it was lovely to catch … Continue reading Welcome to Delft (May 2024)

The Hague University Toastmasters Networking Workshop

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On 15 May 2024, I really enjoyed delivering a networking workshop at The Hague University Toastmasters. Thanks to for the great photos Thomas Bwire! Labels We always give ourselves and each other "labels" - whether we like it or not! There are some benefits to doing this, in helping our brain process all the information … Continue reading The Hague University Toastmasters Networking Workshop