I've been teaching for 11 years now in Higher Education, and a few years before that in training. It's important to me that students enjoy my classes and find them useful. Inclusion is something I focus on, and it can be really difficult to ensure that all students have an optimal experience. Alongside that, I'm … Continue reading Teaching Feedback examples and thoughts
On 11th September 2025, I attended the Unknown Community Celebration at Titaan in The Hague. This event brought together founders, students, and changemakers to reflect on achievements from the past year and look ahead to future impact. The afternoon focused on connection, inspiration, and strengthening the ecosystem that supports entrepreneurs. Like the 2024 Unknown Campus … Continue reading 2025 Unknown Community Celebration The Hague
I actually can't remember where I first came across this, but have recently started a free online course for entrepreneurs. It's aimed at those in The Hague, but I believe is accessible for everyone. You can sign up here: https://learn.acceleratorsquared.com/ I still have to take the time to go through and complete it, but it … Continue reading Accelerator Squared The Hague – free online course for entrepreneurs
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
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
At The Hague University of Applied Sciences (THUAS), students are regularly invited to share their views on important themes that shape their education and future careers. In December 2024, the THUAS student panel was asked about their experiences with AI and digitalisation — a topic that is rapidly becoming part of everyday life in classrooms, workplaces, and … Continue reading Exploring AI and Digitalisation at THUAS – student survey in December 2024
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
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
Most people have heard of the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals). Last week (5 June 2025) I learned about the IDGs (Inner Development Goals). Have you heard of these? I highly recommend looking into them! This session was offered by the ESC IDG Hub: The ESC IDG Hub is a collaborative initiative designed to enrich systemic … Continue reading Inner Development Goals (IDGs) Inspiration Session
Navigating the digital world is better together. Join this open forum and connect with other parents, caregivers, and teachers to share experiences, tips, and concerns! Event offered by Poppy Astrini Consulting, Generative AI Expert and Strategist: https://www.poppyastrini.com Free but RSVP required here 12 Mar 2025, 09:30 – 10:15 CET Online About the event In the … Continue reading Parenting in the Age of Generative AI Online Discussion (12 March 2025)
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
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/charinaori_diversityweek-diversity-inclusion-activity-7246551130808156161-FLBW?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop On 30 September 2024, I organised and chaired a panel around Neurodiversity as part of Diversity week at THUAS. More information here soon.
On 26 September 2024, I had the very special experience of attending a dinner at the Haags Historisch Museum.
In July/August 2024, I took just over a month's holiday...in Australia! It was the summer holidays in The Hague but my family lives on the Sunshine Coast in Australia, and it was wonderful to see them for the first time in 2 years. My two daughters came with me, my eldest has just finished high … Continue reading 2024 Summer/Winter holidays
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
On 29 April 2024, I gave an in person networking workshop for the Career Information Meeting Astronomy at Leiden University. This was my first time to this impressive building at the Universiteit Leiden Faculty of Science. It was fun to see the chalkboards when I arrived, I haven't seen these for a long time! I … Continue reading Networking workshop Leiden University
On 18 April 2024, I attended the annual meeting for digital education research and evidence at the Teaching Lab, TU Delft. I enjoyed this opportunity to learn more about the EdTech field. I also attended this event before, see my previous posts here: 2019 Learning Analytics in Higher Education Prof. Marcus Specht opened the day … Continue reading 2024 Digital Education Research and Evidence @ TU Delft
Are you also overwhelmed with all the talk of AI, but not quite sure what it all means? This is a great free online course which covers the basics: https://www.elementsofai.com From their site..... Our goal is to demystify AI The Elements of AI is a series of free online courses created by MinnaLearn and the … Continue reading Elements of AI Online Course
On 6 February 2024, I gave a LinkedIn Inspiration lecture to International and European Law students at The Hague University of Applied Sciences. Thanks to Rebecca Kumi for the invite.... Also a huge thank you to Max Fulham for the fabulous photographs! Renee Tentori Guest Lecture in the Global Citizenship and Professional Development Module of … Continue reading International and European Law: LinkedIn Inspiration
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
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