Humanity in Action Nederland

We have two new members joining our team 🎉

Meet Julie, our new Office Coordinator, and Vera, our new Programs Intern!

Julie has a bachelor’s degree in contemporary dance and is currently in their final year of a research master’s in Art and Performance at the University of Amsterdam. Beyond academia, Julie expresses their creativity through drag performances, where they combine satire, entertainment, dance, and social critique. 💃

Vera has a study background in history, international relations, and conflict studies. She believes in the power of people from different backgrounds working together when facing societal challenges and finds it in important to stay open to and learn from different perspectives. 🤝

Say hello to Julie and Vera in the comments below!

We are thrilled to welcome three Amsterdam Fellowship alumni as speakers at our Senior Fellow Reunion next week: Martieje Schaake, international policy director at Stanford University Cyber Policy Center and former Member of the European Parliament; Alok Vaid-Menon, internationally acclaimed poet, comedian, public speaker, and actor; Aisha Fukushima, public speaker, singer-songwriter, facilitator, and founder of RAPtivism (Rap Activism).

Looking forward to reconnecting with our Senior Fellows and celebrating this vibrant community!

Wanna learn more about Dutch-Indonesian history?

On Sep. 14, Democracy Fellow is hosting alongside Bersama Collective an afternoon full of art, music, theater, spoken word, dance, and film. The evening focuses on the theme of 'Nyais,' ancestral mothers who are an important anchor between Indonesia and The Netherlands.

Admission: €15 (Includes Indonesian snacks)
13:00 - 17:30 @ Theater Dakota, The Hague

Tickets: https://www.theaterdakota.nl/event/nyaistories/

Humanity in Action is celebrating its 25th anniversary of hashtag programs in 2024. To honor this significant milestone, we are thrilled to invite our alumni to a special virtual gathering, designed to help them reconnect with their Fellowship cohort. If you haven’t registered yet, please do so soon!

With our educational programs, we share our expertise with selected candidates. The good news is that we also offer tailor-made trainings for individuals and organizations!

Are you working at a non-profit, in the corporate sector, or at an educational facility and are you, your colleagues, or your students interested in learning more about the themes listed below? Then let’s get connected.

Upon request, we design and run training programs for groups up to 25 people on the following themes:

👉 Bias to Balance: Building Awareness and Inclusion
👉 Social Youth Leadership: from Ideas to Impact
👉 Brave spaces: Engaging in Difficult Dialogues
👉 Social Media and Visibility for NGOs and Activists

Email us at [email protected] to book a training today!

Learn more: https://humanityinaction.org/netherlands-programs/training/

Vacature alert ❗

Wil jij werken aan impactvolle programma's op het snijvlak van mensenrechten, democratie en een inclusieve samenleving? Heb jij goede organisatie en communicatie skills? En vind je het leuk om te leren over het werkveld van een internationale NGO in een klein hecht team? Humanity in Action Nederland zoekt een Stagiair Educatieve Programma’s (32 uur per week).

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Earlier this year, the United Nations voted to declare July 11 an annual day of remembrance for victims of the 1995 Srebrenica massacre.

Bosnian-Dutch activists have been campaigning to raise public knowledge about the 1995 Srebrenica genocide and the Netherlands’ role in the UN peacekeeping mission Dutchbat that failed to prevent the mass killings of Bosnian Muslims.

On this day, Humanity in Action highlights Democracy Fellow Nedim Hadrovic's project 'Sarajevske Debate' — an ambitious youth-led initiative based in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina that seeks to revive critical discourse and counteract the political manipulation of historical memory.

In times of high polarization, intolerance, and rise of right-wing extremism, we reflect on remembrance dates like this and question the role of our government in such events.

Learn more: https://humanityinaction.org/action_project/democracy-fellowship-sarajevske-debate-sarajevo-debates/

This is what you are contributing to when you support us ❣️

Your donation allows us to keep developing our educational programs: the Amsterdam Fellowship and the Jongerenteam, which cover topics such as democracy, colonialism, human rights, and racism and discrimination. It also enables us to organize public events, such as film screenings and discussions.

Education has the power to bring people together in polarized times. With your help we can continue to do so.

Donate today via this link: https://humanityinaction.org/netherlands-about/support-us/.

In light of the current political climate in the Netherlands, here's a message from our national director Jorien Janssen.

Donate today: https://humanityinaction.org/netherlands-about/support-us.

One last throwback to our Fellowship closing 🎉

Big thanks to all our Fellows and guests for this special evening. We already miss you and your energy in Amsterdam!

Interested in becoming a Fellow with Humanity in Action? Sign up to be notified when applications open 👀 https://humanityinaction.wufoo.com/forms/m1r2g3kn1xjj14u/

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25 years of promoting dialogue. What does that mean?

- Fostering mutual insight has the power to bridge divides and stimulate brave spaces and community cohesion.

- In such polarized times, it is more important than ever to go into dialogue with one another and to strive for social inclusion.

Support us in continuing to connect young people to human rights knowledge. Link in bio!

Humanity in Action The Netherlands is off on Keti Koti.

On July 1, we commemorate the abolition of slavery. The Netherlands one of the last European countries to abolish slavery and end its role in the slave trade.

Our office takes the day off to reflect on the history of slavery and its implications, not only in the Netherlands, but worldwide.

Here's a commemoration guide with events happening in Amsterdam on Keti Koti.

THANK YOU, 2024 FELLOWS! ❤️

We're still over the moon with our Amsterdam Fellowship closing ceremony, where our Fellows blew us away with their sensitivity and kindness. In short duo presentations, they told us about their learnings and had one last moment of bonding as a group.

Thank you for your passion and enthusiasm, and for inspiring us with your energy.

The last photo 🥺

HiA NL NEEDS YOUR HELP!

Here is an overview of three things that you can do to help our organization:

➡️ DONATE to help us keep our programs running via this link https://humanityinaction.org/netherlands-about/support-us/, or share this message in your network.

➡️ CONNECT Humanity in Action to funders or other organizations you might know.

➡️ BOOK a training with us!

Today, we wrap up our 2024 Fellowship! 👏✨

We are grateful for these past two weeks, for our Fellows who have embarked on this journey with us, and for everyone involved in making it happen. We look forward to wrapping up this year's program with our closing ceremony tonight.

Keep an eye on our socials for highlights!

Laatste dagen om te solliciteren! 👇

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We need your support NOW!

For 25 years, we've facilitated learning for young people on the topics of human rights, democracy, and inclusivity. Your donation will allow Humanity in Action The Netherlands to educate the next generation of human rights leaders.

Your donation goes toward
- Fellowship programs for young people
- Human rights community gathering for Fellows and Senior Fellows
- Public events to educate the community

Join our campaign! Donate today or share this message in your network via this link: https://humanityinaction.org/netherlands-about/support-us/.

Our 2024 Fellowship is in full swing! 🥰

Here are some highlights from the first week. We look forward to week 2 💪

The 2024 Amsterdam Fellowship has started, and we are so happy to have welcomed all our fellows in Amsterdam✨ Over the next two weeks, we will be diving into topics like Dutch colonialism, reparations, remembrance, migration, LGBTQIA+ stories, intersectionality, ableism, and more. We look forward to the stories, lessons, and friendships soon to come.

Keep an eye on our stories for updates!

We need your help to support us to the next 25 years of inspiring action❗️

Young courageous leaders in history have proven to be the driving forces behind social change. In times of social polarisation, we facilitate knowledge, open dialogue, and community, and help our Fellows to become real changemakers.

Your donation allows us to keep our community alive and to keep educating the human rights leaders of tomorrow.

Donate today via this link: https://humanityinaction.org/news_item/25-years-of-humanity-in-action-the-netherlands/

A glimpse into our 2024 MBO Jongerenteam program! ✨

Last weekend, our 2024 MBO Jongerenteam in collaboration with the Anne Frank stichting, met for the third weekend of the program. This weekend took place in Arnhem, and focused mainly on Action Projects, through fun interactive sessions. The group reflected on social issues they consider important and want to take action on. They also visited the Eusebius church, where they learned about the history of the city, and had a nice dinner together. We are looking forward to the 4th meeting in Rotterdam!

In 25 years of Humanity in Action Netherlands, we have watched young people be at the forefront of social movements. Our focus has been to foster knowledge to fuel their changemaking.

To continue our work, we need your support now. Your donation will allow us to fund future programs for the human rights leaders of tomorrow.

Donate today: https://bit.ly/3KivhLb

The International Court of Justice in The Hague ruled on Friday, May 24, that Israel must immediately cease the attack on Rafah, allow humanitarian aid, and do more to protect Palestinians.

The International Court of Justice is the main judicial body of the United Nations, dealing with disputes between states. The case against Israel was initiated by South Africa. Rulings of the court are binding for every state that is a party to the court, including Israel.

The Hague internationally profiles itself as the City of Peace and Justice. Beyond the International Court of Justice, the city also houses the International Criminal Court. The Dutch constitution states that the government must actively promote the advancement of the international legal order.

The conflict between Israel and Hamas is an unprecedented disaster. Sign one of the many petitions calling on the Dutch government to press for a ceasefire.

Amnesty International Nederland: https://www.amnesty.nl/forms/spoedactie-gaza-staakt-vuren

Oxfam Novib: https://www.oxfamnovib.nl/bescherm-de-burgers-van-gaza

De Goede Zaak: https://actie.degoedezaak.org/petitions/staakt-het-vuren-teken-voor-vrede

In less than two weeks, we will welcome this year's Fellows in Amsterdam for the Amsterdam Fellowship ❤️

In preparation for three intense weeks of immersive learning, here's a glimpse of our upcoming program.

During the Fellowship, our Fellows acquire practical skills to become the next generation of human rights advocates. This year, they will partake in a strategic litigation workshop from , a campaigning workshop from , and a workshop in design thinking from .studio.

Interested in signing up for our 2025 Fellowship? Get notified when applications open via this link: https://us2.list-manage.com/contact-form?u=4177bed48e5630ceae6e70647&form_id=b27d9e3f6585cf7d30ba7c06142eadf6
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We are pleased to introduce you to the Fellows joining the 2024 Amsterdam Fellowship! Meet the 18 eager changemakers joining our program, starting on June 3: https://bit.ly/4bPapqu

On April 29, 2024, Humanity in Action The Netherlands facilitated a workshop at the Netherlands Cancer Institute aiming at three main goals: enhanced understanding, critical reflection, and heightened awareness around racism and discrimination in the workplace.

Participants had the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue, expand their awareness, and take proactive steps toward fostering a more inclusive and equitable work environment.

Interested in the topics of this workshop, or other human rights trainings for your organization? Email us at [email protected] to book a training!

Discover past Action Projects of our Senior Fellows working to advance LGBTQIA+ rights: https://bit.ly/3WIyc7q

In four weeks we will welcome this year's Fellows in Amsterdam for the Amsterdam Fellowship ❤️

In preparation for three intense weeks of immersive learning, here's a glimpse of our upcoming program.

This year's theme 'Reclaiming narratives: where History and Activism meet to Pave the Future' will cover Palestinian history and context, Dutch colonialism in Indonesia, and Black heritage in Amsterdam.

In 2024, our Amsterdam Fellowship will focus on history and activism as tools for navigating the present and shaping the future. Using Dutch history as an example, we will add a special focus on colonial history and its repercussions in today’s society.

Interested in signing up for our Fellowship? Get notified when applications open by filling out this form: https://us2.list-manage.com/contact-form?u=4177bed48e5630ceae6e70647&form_id=b27d9e3f6585cf7d30ba7c06142eadf6

The Jongerenteam 2024 program has started ✨

In March and April our , in collaboration with the Anne Frank Foundation, met for two weekends. During the first weekend in Amsterdam we got to know each other, visited the Anne Frank House, and learned about making impact from the inspiring former Jongerenteam member Ayesha Noelle.

On the second weekend we explored the theme of democracy and the rule of law in The Hague. Big thanks to the Jongerenteam participants for their enthusiasm, and we look forward to the upcoming weekend in May ❤️

Tensions in Dutch society have been high in recent weeks regarding the National Commemoration Day on May 4. As a result, unprecedented measures have been taken in advance, especially regarding the commemoration ceremony on the Dam. These include the prohibition of banners and flags, which goes against Article 7 of the Dutch constitution guaranteeing freedom of speech.

How can we truly remember and learn from the past, if we do not face present tensions and concerns?

Remembrance is also a reminder to never repeat the same mistakes again. This includes the prohibition of censorship and protecting the right to protest, fundamental rights that are now threatened.

We must ask ourselves: how can we promote a culture of commemoration if we don’t let the lessons of the past guide our actions of today?