Welcome to the May newsletter! It's finally time for many of the annual events we were waiting for in Leiden, like Leiden Shorts, and the Leiden Hofjes Festival, an opportunity to experience the city's historic courtyards from a new perspective. But that's not all, we'd like to remind you that Leiden is always active. There are countless opportunities to explore that you can find on our website.
This month, we also highlight the importance of mental health in the workplace. For internationals, this can be particularly challenging when navigating unfamiliar Dutch customs and traditions, which is why we want to take the opportunity to share practical tips to help navigate Dutch culture with more confidence and ease.
Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and events.
Best wishes,
The Leiden International Center Team |
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Learn about the Leiden Hofjes |
Discover the Leiden hofjes: historic courtyards founded as charity housing, still lived-in and open to visitors, which transform into intimate performance spaces during the annual Hofjes Festival.
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Enjoying the Leiden Region Fully |
The Leiden region offers plenty of leisure options, from city walks and cultural sights to sports, clubs, hobbies, and events. Whether you're set on exploring your city, or looking for chances to meet people, there’s always something to discover and enjoy in Leiden. |
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Burnout and Work Stress in NL |
Exploring workplace mental health and burnout in the Netherlands, this article highlights risks for internationals, the impact of Dutch work culture, and how individuals and organisations can support wellbeing and prevent work-related stress. |
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Dos and Don'ts of Dutch Customs |
Learn key Dutch customs and everyday etiquette, from greetings and communication styles to dining and tipping, helping you feel more confident and navigate social and professional situations in the Netherlands. |
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We are pleased to welcome a new partner to our network! Meet Undutchables. |
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Every month we get together for something fun: in April it was the turn for painting! Jana from WonderCat was our wonderful host. What do you think, did we do a good job?
Follow us to join our future community events! |
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Mastering Dutch Office Small Talk |
By Taalthuis - A practical guide to Dutch office small talk, coffee culture, meetings, and social moments, making everyday conversations easier and encouraging stronger connections at work.
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From the Vrijmarkt to the Boardroom |
By Your Financials - A thoughtful perspective on entrepreneurship inspired by King’s Day, emphasizing that while earning comes naturally to many, structured financial planning is essential to transform success into long-term security and freedom. |
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How to Get Shortlisted in the Netherlands |
By Kanta Clarity Coaching - A guide for mid-career internationals in the Netherlands on how recruiters screen CVs, assess applications, and how to improve chances of getting interviews. |
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From Play to Policy: Rethinking Religion in America |
By LeidenGlobal - In their series "Meet the Expert", Leiden Global interviews scholars about their research, as well as their academic and personal journey. This time is the turn of Manon Portos Minetti. |
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Visit Hortus botanicus Leiden’s annual Plant Market featuring over 40 stalls with plants, seeds, bulbs, and gardening inspiration. |
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Get ready to cheer for the runners of the 35th Leiden Marathon, with walking on Saturday and running on Sunday, supported by enthusiastic volunteers. |
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Discover “The Brave Entrepreneur” a networking session by Buzz Business Networking with expert speaker Vassia Sarantopoulou, focused on mindset, courage, and business growth. |
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Join the next meeting of LeidenGlobal Dialogues for an open conversation on indigo’s cultural value, history, and global significance for all the curious minded. |
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Attend the Leiden Hofjes Festival for open-air musical performances in Leiden’s historic courtyards, blending music, heritage, and culture. |
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Dive into an alternative film experience at Leiden Shorts, showcasing bold short movies that challenge norms and bring new voices to the screen. |
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Learn how doubt, misinformation, and technology shape our understanding of truth today at the exhibition “Truth? The Art of Doubt”. |
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Leiden International Center is located at
Stadskantoor Leiden, ground floor
(LEVEL building)
Bargelaan 190, 2333 CW Leiden
+31 (0)71 516 6005
info@leideninternationalcentre.nl
Leideninternationalcentre.nl
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