Volunteer The Hague FREE Events and Workshops

Gaining local experience as a volunteer gives you more credibility as a job applicant. Join us to find out how to make the most of your volunteer experience! Sarah Feid, Account Manager at The Hague International Centre, will give an inspiring presentation based on her personal and professional experience.

Navigating the Dutch job market can feel daunting, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. In this presentation, Sarah will share her journey from international student to professional at a Dutch company. She will offer a candid look at Dutch work culture, Dutch CV writing and inform you about which industries are most welcoming to international talent.

Along the way, she’ll reveal how volunteering played an essential role in her job search in The Netherlands. In addition to giving back to society, it became a powerful way to expand her professional network, gain new skills and stand out from other candidates.

You’ll leave with practical insights on how to apply for jobs and inspiration to use volunteering as a stepping stone toward your own career opportunities in the Netherlands.

Dawn Heuff, Fundraising Consultant at Aurore Fundraising Consultancy, will give a presentation about removing the stress from fundraising.

Feeling intimidated by fundraising? It's time to take the fear out of philanthropy! Join seasoned fundraising consultant Dawn Heuff for a 30-minute session designed to empower new volunteers.

This isn’t your typical non-profit fundraising workshop. Together, we’ll explore the positive impact of giving and how cultivating a confident mindset can transform the way you approach fundraising.

You’ll learn key concepts, discover the power of storytelling, and practice opening meaningful conversations with potential donors. Along the way, you’ll gather fresh, creative ideas to help non-profits strengthen donor relationships and keep supporters engaged year after year.

By the end, you’ll leave with new skills, practical strategies, and the confidence to raise funds with authenticity and ease, insights that are just as valuable in business as they are in the non-profit world.

Civil Servant for the Municipality of The Hague, Randy Heuschen, will give a presentation on how to feel at home in The Hague by becoming an active international resident in your neighborhood.

After spending 15 years abroad and living in six different countries, Randy Heuschen has returned to the Netherlands and now works for the Municipality of The Hague. In this interactive session, he shares his personal journey of adapting to new cultures, what helped him feel at home, how he got involved locally, and what it means to stay true to yourself while integrating into a new community.

Drawing from his experiences as both an expat and a civil servant, Randy will provide insights into how the Municipality of The Hague supports international residents, and how you can get your voice heard and play an active role in your city. Whether it’s through volunteering, starting your own neighborhood initiative, or simply connecting with others, there are many ways to make a positive impact.

This workshop is a space for connection, reflection, and action. Come ready to share your experiences, ask questions, and discover how you can get more involved in shaping your life, and your neighborhood in The Hague.