Leiden Region News for Internationals
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Newsletter
March
2023
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Welcome to another edition of our monthly newsletter. This one’s filled with news about tech, from cryptocurrency to the Netherlands as a hub for development and innovation. Want to know more about the provincial elections, and other upcoming events? Check out the articles below.
  
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Happy reading,  
Leiden International Centre Team 

Video Appointment with Our Helpdesk

Starting March 2023, you can book an appointmentfor a video call with our helpdesk, and have questions answered that way. This service will be available on Fridays from 12:00 to 14:00. Click here to reserve a timeslot. 
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Share Your Experience as an International in Leiden

Sharing your experience on working and living in Leiden as an international can help out newcomers and those wanting to move to the city. Want to share your story? Fill in our questionnaire!
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The Netherlands Scores the World's Highest Quality of Life

According to Numbeo, a large online database, the Netherlands scores the highest quality of life in the world, ranking above Denmark and Switzerland. To understand what the Quality-of-Life score is composed of, click here.
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Mayor of Leiden, Henri Lenferink, Resigns

On March 9th, Lenferink announced to the city council that he will be stepping down as the city's mayor after 20 years.
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The Municipality's City- and Neighbourhood Survey

The City- and Neighbourhood Survey (Stad- en Wijkenquête) will be sent out very soon. If you wish to share your experience as a Leiden resident, keep an eye on your doormat! 
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The Life Sciences & Health Week
By Leiden Bio Science Park - The LSH week will take place this summer to celebrate scientific research and medical breakthroughs. Do you want to be part of this week with your idea or activity? Let LBSP know!    
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Mortgage Advice with Hypotheek Visie
By Hypotheek Visie - Finding and buying a house in the Leiden region can be a complicated and lengthy process, especially as an international. Hypotheek Visie is an agency that offers advice on mortgage. Read more and book a free appointment for advice. 
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The Netherlands, One of the Best Countries for Tech
By Jimble - The Netherlands is of great importance to the world of tech, with a tech industry estimated to be worth €232 billion. From AI to sustainable innovation, many international companies have been drawn to the country. 
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The Fall of FTX & its Consequences for Crypto
By Your Financials - The recent bankruptcy of crypto trading platform FTX highlights sent a shockwave through the crypto community, which has caused investors and regulators to pay increased attention.
   
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Process Stakeholders: Who Are They and How to Identify Them
By Blue Ninja - As a business owner, you know that planning and managing processes are important steps to ensure optimum efficiency. But have you taken the time to identify the stakeholders who will be involved or affected by its implementation?


April Meet & Mingle 

April 6th

Our monthly Meet & Mingle is held every first Thursday of the month. At the upcoming M&M, taking place at Bar Olaf in Leiden, internationals get to know one another better through games and drinks. 
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LeidenTalks!

March 21st

The municipality of Leiden will organise an event during which residents, organisations and other interested parties will discuss racism in Leiden, and what should be done about it.      
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Keukenhof Reopens 

March 23rd - May 15th

After a year of waiting, de Keukenhof opens its door once more! The garden holds over 800 different types of tulips, as well as a wide range of other flowers. Keep reading if you wish to visit.
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The Leiden Science Career Event

March 29th 

The Leiden Science Career Event bridges the gap between students and companies. In practice, 1000 students wil have the opportunity to talk to different representatives of roughly 50 organisations. 
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Expat Cinema

Every wednesday 

Every wednesday of the week, het Kijkhuis screens movies from all over the world with English subtitles. Find out what next week's movie is going to be, by clicking the link below.     
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Looking for more?

Don't forget to keep an eye on our events page! We frequently update it with recommendations for what to do as an international in the Leiden region.
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 Every month we present you with a variety of interesting news articles.
     
      Take a look at the news overview.
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