| vangennep-boeken.nl | Uitgeverij Van Gennep | The publishing house publishes books that aim to raise awareness of social problems and transmit knowledge, often with the intention of promoting concrete solutions. The offering includes a wide range of genres, including essays, pamphlets, memoirs, and novels, aimed at both general and professional readers. In addition to books, the publishing house also offers magazines, including ‘The Journal for Social Issues’ and ‘Crafting Resilience Magazine’, with various subscription and single-copy options. | Books → Publishers 1040 | manuscript 197 magazine 2182 subscription 3287 book 11396 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| de-gids.nl | The Gids | The June 19th issue presents a discussion about the pressure the public space is under and the need for non-commercial meeting places. The event 'Where is public space?' takes place on Thursday, June 19th, at Het Industriegebouw in Rotterdam, with a drop-in starting at 5:00 PM. The issue includes essays on diverse topics, including polarization, post-normal societies, Georges Perec’s ‘Lieux’ project, and historical narratives. | Social Issues & Welfare → Social Issues 18544 | discussion 429 poetry 665 history 7286 story 8285 event 45199 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| dirkmjk.nl | dirkmjk | On March 21, 2025, the author documented their experience installing Linux on a late 2013 Macbook Pro, noting that the process was surprisingly easy but may vary on newer machines. On November 20, 2024, the author analyzed the electoral mechanisms behind the increase in the minimum wage resulting from the ‘Voor 14’ campaign and presented a method for evaluating such strategies. In September 12, 2024, the author described a six-week trial in Amsterdam’s Weesperstraat to reduce car traffic, highlighting the challenges and opposition the trial faced. | Software Development & Engineering → Software 11608 | minimum wage 14 twitter 76 linux 237 facebook 850 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| roelvisser.nl | Roel Visser | Roel Visser gained prominence through his photographs that offer critical perspectives on aspects of the welfare state, as exemplified in his renowned book 'Here in Holland' (2000). Recent work, in 'Take a Look Now' (2020-2022), documents the living conditions of people with different financial situations, photographed by Roel Visser himself. The website presents a selection of Roel Visser’s books, including 'Platter and Thicker,' 'Care in the Netherlands,' and photo essays on topics such as the nineties and his work in Turkey and Liverpool. | Artistic Expression → Fine Art Photography 502 | camera 1733 photography 9503 book 11396 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| dutchdartsmedium.nl | dutchdartsmedium.nl | On October 2, 2023, an article was published about the challenges of Borussia Dortmund in the DFB-Pokal and the Champions League, specifically the match against TSG Hoffenheim. On September 22, 2023, an article appeared about AC Milan’s position in Serie A and the hope for a home win against Hellas Verona. On September 1, 2023, there was an article about the evolution of the sports world, including esports and the health of athletes. | Culture & Arts → Opinion 296 | pandemic 94 football 1347 talent 3987 technology 6816 news 15293 | De Fryske Marren → Sint Nicolaasga 146 |
| pier21.nl | Pier21 | Pier21 produces theater pieces inspired by important social themes. The website provides information on current and upcoming performances, including a schedule, news articles, and ticket sales. A specific piece, 'And I Then?', is a moving story about caregiving and is performed in various parts of northern Netherlands. | Youth Development → Youth Education 37 | friesland 692 theater 2544 performance 7586 news 15293 | Friesland → Leeuwarden 6068 |
| marnixgeus.nl | Marnix Geus | Marnix Geus founded The Present in 2017, a movement connecting entrepreneurs with social initiatives focused on refugees, newcomers, and the homeless. He is a speaker and workshop host, promoting his books ‘Het idealenboek’ and ‘MensenHandel,’ and he volunteers as a mentor through the NLGroeit program. Geus is also a ‘silent partner’ at Blyde Benelux, a B-Corp certified PR agency specializing in sustainable brands and social enterprises. | Social Issues & Welfare → Social Issues 18544 | speaker 1481 book 11396 workshop 19325 | |
| cineblend.nl | Cineblend – Beeld voor Beeld | The festival showcases documentaries from diverse cultural backgrounds annually. The 2017 edition, themed around 'Inclusion and Exclusion', features a selection of 28 films. The website provides information about the program, trailers, ticket details, and press releases about the festival. | Film → Documentaries 813 | films 585 documentary 1081 festival 3804 theme 4015 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| podiumroyal.nl | Podium Royal | Meetings take place monthly at the Royal Bioscoop in Heerlen on the first Tuesday of each month at 8:00 PM and are free of charge. Podium Royal is organizing a literary program called ‘Schrijvers uit de Mijnstreek’ (Writers from the Coalfield Region) at the Royal Theater in Heerlen on September 2nd. On September 16th, a debate will take place about the future of the Zuyderland hospital, with the participation of professors Wim Groot and André Knottnerus. | | debate 186 hospital 560 theme 4015 | Limburg → Heerlen 2755 |
| antisemitismepreventie.nl | Stichting Antisemitisme Preventie | The organization states that it is unacceptable that Jewish people do not feel safe in the Netherlands and that it is their duty to draw attention to this issue and create a safe environment free from antisemitism. The website publishes news articles and updates on antisemitism, including cases of anti-Jewish expressions, reactions to terrorist attacks, and initiatives to combat hate speech. The foundation emphasizes the role of education and workers in combating antisemitism, referring to a work plan by the National Coordinator for Combating Antisemitism. | Politics & Government → International Politics 199 | work plan 24 antisemitism 25 jews 40 israel 150 netherlands 1376 education 13471 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| tekenvanrouwenberouw.nl | Civil Initiative (Goudse students) | On November 8th, an attack occurred in Amsterdam targeting Jewish Dutch and Israeli citizens, primarily football supporters, motivated by antisemitism, resulting in injuries. The website emphasizes that the Netherlands has historically been tolerant, with the exception of the Nazi occupation during World War II, but that antisemitism is now returning. A call is made to all Dutch citizens to participate in an action to hang the flag at half-mast as a signal of condemnation against antisemitism and racism. | Politics → Activism 237 | mourning 18 antisemitism 25 violence 86 flag 529 netherlands 1376 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| regenboogdagen.nl | Regenboogdagen | From October 3rd to 11th, 2025, the city of Enschede will transform into a rainbow of colors. During the Regenboogdagen, various activities will take place, such as lectures, discussions, the Pridewalk, and festive gatherings. The event is open to everyone, regardless of whether they are part of the LGBT+ community or a supporter. | Social Issues → Diversity 441 | diversity 492 | Overijssel → Enschede 5554 |
| exbtw-wegermee.nl | Ex BTW Weg Ermee | The manifesto was launched with the goal of reporting misleading advertisements for passenger cars on online platforms to the ACM. The website offers a method to report misleading car advertisements, with the website handling the bulk reporting. The initiative, in collaboration with the ACM, achieved its goal on February 22, 2022, with the ACM urging the automotive industry to correctly state prices for used cars, including all ancillary costs. | Business → Economy 36666 | acm 13 manifesto 67 advertisement 1707 price 8328 car 10865 | |
| stichtingveronica.nl | Stichting Veronica | The foundation is built on its historical basis and seeks collaboration with entrepreneurs and pioneers who want to strengthen, innovate, and ‘storm’ the journalistic sector. Stichting Veronica invests in innovative models, people, and instruments that contribute to a powerful media sector and a free, flourishing, and diverse society. V-Ventures, the investment arm of Stichting Veronica, focuses on companies that strengthen the journalistic ecosystem, such as content providers or companies developing new business models. | Media & Communication → Media 36 | journalism 632 documentary 1081 medium 1293 investment 2070 model 3546 | |
| vliegwiel.nl | Vliegwiel Initiative Group | The website highlights the necessity of employee participation in companies to accelerate the Dutch economy and stimulate innovation. It points to a lack of a ‘vliegwiel’ (a mechanism that accelerates progress) in the Netherlands, and the initiators call on people to sign the petition. The website states that 1000 applications have already been received from various Dutch startups (Mollie, Picnic, Bird, etc.) and that the startup sector has already created 151,000 jobs in the Netherlands. | Startup & Innovation → Startups 433 | employee participation 16 petition 223 startup 376 economy 682 netherlands 1376 innovation 4659 | |
| stichtingcsc.nl | Christelijk-Sociaal Congres | The congress will take place on August 28 and 29, 2025, at the Zonheuvel estate in Doorn. The program includes, among other things, a Lagershuis debate with young political parties and keynote speakers. Participants can stay at Zonheuvel or choose a take-away lunch. | Municipalities → Policy 607 | congress 500 speaker 1481 theme 4015 | Utrecht Hill Ridge → Doorn 615 |
| comitezzp.nl | COMITÉ ZZP | The website provides information about complaints to the Ombudsman and ACM, responses from zzp'ers, news articles, and blogs about zzp. COMITÉ ZZP has launched a petition with over 10,000 signatures and sends newsletters to its supporters. The organization is carried by a team of independent professionals, including Danielle van Wieringen and René Dongelmans. | Economy & Finance → Economics 1115 | dba 16 zzp 121 petition 223 complaint 6479 newsletter 6504 | |
| morrendvolk.nl | Morrend Volk | The choir is a mixed choir that can sing up to four parts and perform. Rehearsals take place every Tuesday evening in the Doopsgezinde church in Hoofddorp, with coffee and tea provided. New members are welcome to attend four rehearsals before deciding to join. | | conductor 1217 song 1285 rehearsal 1639 choir 3123 member 10154 event 45199 | Haarlemmermeer → Hoofddorp 2739 |
| sivasnamenmonument.nl | Namenmonument Sivas Foundation | The foundation commemorates the arson attack on the Madımak hotel in Sivas on July 2, 1993, which resulted in the deaths of 33 people, including musicians, artists, and intellectuals. This tragedy has had a profound impact on the Alevi community in Turkey and the Netherlands, where a significant Alevi population resides. The foundation refers to existing monuments in European cities, such as in Paris and London, and emphasizes the lack of such a monument in the Netherlands, despite the large Alevi community. | Culture → Religion 8327 | victim 223 monument 1168 festival 3804 foundation 6678 | |
| marijkeelferink.nl | Marijke Elferink | Elferink’s art centers on the darker aspects of society and the experiences of those who are vulnerable. Her work is often based on drawings that react to misdeeds, violence, and abuse of power, serving as an act of resistance. The artist expresses her perspective on reality through a direct and emotional approach, rooted in vulnerability and intensity. | Visual Arts → Fine Art 322 | resistance 230 drawing 1101 society 1376 woman 1419 art 3856 | |
| viespensioen.nl | Horeca and Catering Pension Fund | The Horeca and Catering Pension Fund is the first pension fund in the Netherlands to completely exit the fossil fuel sector, following years of effort and activism. The website highlights the negative impact of the fossil fuel industry on the climate and calls for continued action. News articles and an interview with Toon are published regarding the campaign and the transition. | Pensions → Pension Funds 182 | activism 48 pension fund 163 climate 934 campaign 3428 | |
| cleanteams.nl | Cleanteams | Cleanteams is an organization that cleans up festivals and events by informing and motivating visitors to participate. The organization is affiliated with Degroenelobby.nl and is committed to a better world and a cleaner environment through investment in green technologies. Cleanteams is based in Haarlem and operates in various regions, believing that sustainability shouldn't be expensive. | Pensions → Pension Funds 182 | investment 2070 cleaning 4567 environment 4873 sustainability 18451 event 45199 | North-Holland → Haarlem 8674 |
| staoptegenracisme.nl | Sta Op Tegen Racisme | The website publishes news about incidents of racism, such as the racist treatment of Ahmad Mendes Moreira at FC Den Bosch and the action of YouTubers FC against the Jonathan Legends. It encourages users to post the #IKSTAOPTEGENRACISME profile picture on social media as a sign of support against racism. The website features a newsletter signup, allowing visitors to stay informed about the organization's future activities. | Sports Activities → Football 4144 | racism 31 incident 335 football 1347 newsletter 6504 | |
| jurriaanvaneerten.nl | jurriaanvaneerten.nl | The article describes a protest in Barcelona where residents are using water pistols to chase away tourists, including Americans. The demonstrators are frustrated by the overwhelming influx of tourists that has turned the city into a 'massification' system. Debora Reategui, a native Catalan resident, explains that the protests stem from the inability to stop the abundance of tourists, who have made the city primarily for tourism. The article highlights the growth of tourism in Barcelona since the 1992 Olympic Games and the subsequent increase to over fifteen million annual visitors, leading to local frustration and protests. | | protest 29 barcelona 76 tourism 303 resident 3245 | |
| paulhekkens.nl | Realistisch Alternatief | The website presents articles and lectures on topics such as religious forgiveness, pandemics, mortality rates, and international relations. An article describes a lecture by Juliette Schaafsma on public apologies by states and the risks associated with them. Another article reports on a mini-interview with virologist Marion Koopmans about future pandemics and the coronavirus pandemic, in which questions about mortality rates were answered. | Blogs & Publications → Press Releases 731 | mortality 16 pandemic 94 interview 1371 lecture 1624 article 6000 | |
| schreursschrijft.nl | schreursschrijft.nl | The article 'Legal Status' analyzes the situation in Ter Apel, supporting the frustration of the inhabitants and highlighting the legal status of migrants within the police force, drawing on the work of Hannah Arendt. Another article, 'Becoming Who You Are', deals with the pedagogical remark to become oneself, which is not further elaborated on in the text. The website appears to be focused on sharing personal reflections and philosophical observations of Martien Schreurs on various topics. | Philosophy → Ethics 598 | legal protection 19 frustration 47 migrants 55 government 827 | Westerwolde → Ter Apel 345 |
| terugblikophetjaar.nl | Pensioenfonds Zorg en Welzijn | In 2021, the resilience of citizens and businesses was highlighted, particularly in light of COVID-19 measures and the economic recovery. The pension fund adapted to the challenges of COVID-19, war, and climate issues, with increased attention to sustainability in investments. The financial health of the pension fund improved despite economic uncertainty, and there is attention for the transition to the new pension system and the associated preparations. | Pensions → Pension Funds 182 | covid-19 102 pension fund 163 annual report 877 sustainability 18451 | |
| memorialmoments.nl | Memorial Moments | The concert on March 7, 2026, provides an opportunity to remember deceased loved ones and to experience love and connection. Visitors can place a butterfly with a personal message in the Memorial Tree before the concert, which will then be sent to them. The concert will be accompanied by live music and spoken words, creating space for personal memories and feelings. | Trauma & Recovery → Loss 714 | butterfly 140 remembrance 165 gathering 394 feelings 411 concert 4409 music 13170 | |
| blueboardfilm.nl | Blue Board | The company produces film and documentary productions, including promotional videos, short documentaries, and awareness campaigns. Recent projects include filming for restaurants, security companies, and on topics such as mental health during pandemics. The website offers an overview of recent productions and passion projects with links to individual films. | Artistic Expression → Fine Art Photography 502 | pandemic 94 documentary 1081 promotion 2062 film 3007 security 6655 restaurant 11215 | Gelderland → Arnhem 8680 |