| levenzonderqrcode.nl | levenzonderqrcode.nl | The website is focused on opposing the QR code and claims that many people no longer accept this measure. It provides information that the website claims is not being disseminated by mainstream media and encourages visitors to make conscious choices. The site presents critical analysis of current coronavirus measures, highlights the negative effects on various groups in society, and advocates for a better solution where the political landscape listens to the population. | Disease & Treatment → Coronavirus 27 | coronavirus measures 21 qr code 189 petition 223 vaccination 494 politics 1259 | |
| kom-in-actie-noordwijk.nl | KIAN | Kom In Actie Noordwijk | KIAN brings people together in citizen councils to share ideas and start collective projects, such as energy projects, community gardens, and smart sharing systems. The website emphasizes the need for knowledge, experience and collaboration to effectively tackle climate change. An event is announced on March 29, 2025, at the Streekmuseum Veldzicht, to discuss the results of the Climate Council and to start new projects. | Societal Change → Social Movements 114 | climate change 206 initiative 1297 energy 9075 collaboration 16036 | South-Holland → Noordwijk 2507 |
| kierenjacht.nl | N.V. Kierenjacht | The National Kierjacht campaign, initiated in the 1980s, was a government initiative aimed at increasing awareness of energy saving by sealing gaps and cracks in buildings. Despite growing interest in energy saving among homeowners, the associated costs, reduced floor space, and inconveniences of insulation are often a barrier. The current focus is on insulating buildings, but the practical implementation of gap sealing remains neglected due to a lack of building culture and potential technical challenges and limitations on the building’s exterior. | Energy → Energy Conservation 89 | gap 14 energy saving 599 | |
| ozb-nee.nl | OZB Nee! | The website describes the dissatisfaction of Groningen residents regarding OZB and the desire to stop paying this tax until the mining problems are resolved. The organization intends to develop and establish a set of demands linked to the payment of OZB, advocating for collective civil disobedience. The website provides information about the legal steps being taken and urges visitors to participate, join the Facebook group, and/or contact them to help with the organization and dissemination of the action. | Finance → Taxation 1567 | ozb 13 demand 48 mining 56 action 384 | |
| petities.nl | Petitions.nl | The platform offers an overview of various petitions, categorized as active, new, and popular petitions. Users can start petitions and target them on specific issues, such as preserving cultural monuments, regulating traffic speeds, and adjusting government policies. The website includes a list of recent updates and new petitions, keeping users informed about current issues and providing them with the opportunity to contribute to societal changes. | Internet → Forums & Communities 1599 | sign 126 update 163 petition 223 traffic 916 topic 1238 policy 2149 | Vijfheerenlanden → Vianen 707 |
| symion.nl | Symion Coöperatie | Symion is a cooperative of professionals specializing in human and organizational development, process optimization, and cybersecurity and AI. The organization helps companies maximize their added value through internal strengthening, process improvements, and leveraging a broad network. Symion works with various organizations, including SMEs, governments, and the healthcare sector, and offers a blog, newsletter, and podcasts. | Information Technology → IT Security 980 | people 627 cooperative 649 value 1352 network 11123 | |
| vrij-links.nl | Stichting Vrij Links | The movement advocates for progressive and liberal values, emphasizing free and open debate. Vrij Links provides diverse content such as podcasts, articles, and newsletters to inform the public about relevant themes. The organization offers opportunities for volunteering and donations to support its activities. | Ideologies → Left-Wing Politics 10 | debate 186 podcast 3328 donation 5110 article 6000 | |
| werkplaatssociaaldomeinzhz.nl | Werkplaats Sociaal Domein Zuid-Holland Zuid | The platform provides access to information, project teams, and knowledge cafes. There are regularly news articles, blog posts, and publications on topics such as dementia-friendly communities, resilient neighborhoods, and research. The Werkplaats is actively involved in national events and discussions, such as the 'The future is together' congress. | Community → Social Issues & Welfare 28159 | issues 470 research 8967 collaboration 16036 | Netherlands → South-Holland 92382 |
| behouddeparel.nl | Vereniging Behoud de Parel | The organization monitors various current issues, including the Greenport, intensive farming, and other relevant matters. Recent news, such as the RIVM report on Together Measuring and actions in Sevenum, are published on the website, often in collaboration with residents and other stakeholders. Members can financially support the organization by transferring funds to the Regiobank account and become a member to actively participate in the efforts. | Context → Environment 54437 | livability 230 health 6366 municipality 6837 association 8562 member 10154 news 15293 | Horst aan de Maas → Grubbenvorst 133 |
| spoorparktilburg.nl | Stichting Spoorpark Tilburg | The park offers a wide range of facilities and activities, including a beach club, exercise options, a Kempentoren (tower), scouting, living water, and various events such as the Spoorpark Live Festival. The website contains information about the park's history, publications, annual reports, and frequently asked questions, and provides an overview of the park partners. The park has a focus on volunteer work and nature, with attention to the green environment, animals, plants, climate, and stories connected to it. | Parks → City Parks 37 | park 1863 volunteer 8367 nature 9094 event 45199 | North-Brabant → Tilburg 8759 |
| stop4deroute.nl | Stichting Stop4deroute | Stop4deroute was founded in 2022 by concerned citizens who are worried about the fourth approach route. Almost 83,000 signatures have been collected on the petition to date. The organization has undertaken various actions, such as organizing demonstrations, disseminating information, submitting objections, and sending newsletters to relevant authorities. Despite the success in stopping the fourth approach route, the organization remains active, as air nuisance and air pollution continue and even increase. | Context → Environment 54437 | airspace 15 petition 223 demonstration 377 donation 5110 newsletter 6504 municipality 6837 | |
| onseerbeekbrummen.nl | OnsEerbeekBrummen | The organization was created with the aim of centralizing all potential threats to the residents of Eerbeek and Brummen on a platform. It promotes the idea that biodiversity is crucial for the functioning of ecosystems and encourages sustainable interaction with nature. The website offers a map highlighting key areas of concern and provides opportunities for citizens to contribute by sharing stories and experiences. | Environment → Environmental Activism 36 | threat 62 biodiversity 720 map 801 nature 9094 collaboration 16036 | Brummen → Eerbeek 328 |
| vliegherrie.nl | Vliegherrie.nl | The platform contains a large database with 500,119 public reports of aircraft noise. Users can submit reports with details such as date, time, postcode, location, cause, and noise level, and reports can be sorted and filtered. The website offers interactive maps with all reports and various overviews, such as reports per municipality and the best-rated reports. | Environment → Noise Pollution 58 | parliament 47 noise 108 aircraft 269 report 4551 municipality 6837 | Haarlemmermeer → Schiphol 2163 |
| natuurbelangnederland.nl | Stichting Natuurbelang | The foundation closely monitors developments and assesses the balance between nature and recreation. The foundation advises residents and governments on plans and objection procedures, with the goal of protecting nature objectives. Through various communication channels, the foundation informs residents and offers help with setting up actions and submitting objections. | Environment → Nature Conservation 1803 | objection 216 nature area 497 recreation 799 plan 2566 resident 3245 nature 9094 | Netherlands → South-Holland 92382 |
| waelrijk.nl | KlokGroep | The Waelrijk project includes 54 homes, including detached, semi-detached, and terraced houses, and is currently in phase 2 for sale. The neighborhood is located near the beach, the sea, open waterways and is family-friendly, with an ecological zone and good connections to The Hague and Rotterdam. Two homes from phase 1 are still available, as well as a detached villa, with the option to register as a reserve candidate. The website provides brochures and contact options with the realtor. | Blogs & Publications → Regional 272 | house type 74 realtor 142 brochure 1642 water 2501 home 7976 | Westland → 's-Gravenzande 599 |
| wsdzuyd.nl | Werkplaats Sociaal Domein Zuyd | The workshop operates under the guidelines of the Dutch Code of Scientific Integrity and follows the frameworks and guidelines outlined in the Code and the Zuyd University of Applied Sciences Research Quality Policy. The workshop is funded by the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sports. The website provides information on various research areas, including interprofessionality, youth care, societal division and transformative leadership. | | social domain 225 code 509 fund 1063 knowledge 3528 research 8967 education 13471 | Sittard-Geleen → Sittard 1997 |
| erkenehs.nl | Erken EHS | The website launches an interactive radiation map allowing users to see where radiation levels are high or low. Erken EHS organized a demonstration against the rollout of 5G and handed over a petition with 18,000 signatures to reduce Electrosmog. The website promotes the International EHS Day on June 16th and offers tools to raise awareness about EHS. | Context → Environment 54437 | 5g 46 radiation 94 petition 223 demonstration 377 | |
| petitie24.nl | Petitie24.nl | Users can create their own online petitions for free to express their opinion on a specific topic. The website contains an overview of existing petitions, with varying numbers of signatures. Petitie24.nl offers the possibility to share petitions via social media and approach the media to achieve a wider reach. | | signature 60 petition 223 medium 1293 social media 3342 | |
| stirezo.nl | Stirezo Pro Life | The organization aims to gather 30,000 supporters to campaign against abortion. The website provides opportunities for donation, signing petitions, purchasing publications, and sharing opinions. Regular articles and news are presented on relevant themes such as abortion, euthanasia, and vigil keeping at abortion centers. | Societal Change → Social Activism 14 | abortion 36 petition 223 donation 5110 article 6000 newsletter 6504 event 45199 | |
| taxjustice.nl | Tax Justice NL | The website provides news, articles, and analyses regarding tax avoidance, tax havens, and their consequences for countries and citizens. Tax Justice NL organizes events, such as conferences and symposia, and initiates campaigns, like signing a petition, to raise awareness about tax justice. The website publishes research and articles about the flow of money through Dutch mailboxes and the role of the Netherlands in international financial flows. | Political Parties → Dutch Political Parties 158 | multinationals 10 petition 223 tax 2100 research 8967 news 15293 | |
| straatintimidatie.nl | Stop Street Intimidation | The website provides a platform for sharing experiences of street intimidation and raising awareness. Stop Street Intimidation works with politicians to develop policies including monitoring, awareness campaigns, and the punishment of street intimidation. The organization aims to initiate a public discussion, build political support, and offer a listening ear to victims. | Law → Human Rights 510 | victim 223 politics 1259 awareness 1735 policy 2149 campaign 3428 | |
| communitylandtrust.nl | Community Land Trust NL | The Community Land Trust model offers a way for communities to gain control over land and property, preventing future price increases. The website describes how houses, shops, and social property within CLT projects are developed, managed, and adapted to the needs of the local community. The model, which has been in development for over 50 years and is successfully applied in various countries, highlights the potential for social, economic, and ecological progress through shared land ownership. | Sustainability → Cooperatives 970 | ownership 82 model 3546 environment 4873 property 7406 community 7931 association 8562 | |
| gbpurmerend.nl | Gemeentebelangen Purmerend | The website provides information about the activities of Gemeentebelangen Purmerend, including advocating for more social rental housing, a sustainable energy transition, and more citizen participation. Recent news reports successful motions adopted by GBP, PVV, and CDA, such as the construction of mobile home sites and a clear prioritization within the Vervoerregio Amsterdam. Users can submit ideas and plans for Purmerend through an idea box, and the website contains an overview of Gemeentebelangen's positions. | Local Governance → Local Politics 2559 | council meeting 26 position 875 idea 2367 resident 3245 housing 4378 news 15293 | North-Holland → Purmerend 2620 |
| thuiswageningen.nl | Stichting Thuis Wageningen | The website provides information on a wide range of activities, including a Stadskamer (community room), an auto cafe, a bookshop, a knitting cafe, a game night, a language cafe, and other initiatives focused on social contact and community spirit. Thuis Wageningen facilitates the coordination of experiments, the evaluation of impact, the development of solutions in collaboration with the target group, and the support of citizen initiatives. The organization accepts donations via a specific bank account number and offers vacancies for various roles, such as coordinator of the Language Cafe and volunteers. | Initiatives & Projects → Local Initiatives 1001 | initiative 1297 donation 5110 volunteer 8367 | Gelderland → Wageningen 1949 |
| buurtaed.nl | BuurtAED | The website provides information on how to start and finance an AED campaign within a neighborhood. Users can initiate a campaign, donate to existing campaigns, or search for a campaign in their own neighborhood. The website showcases examples of successful BuurtAED campaigns in various neighborhoods, including the amount raised and the AED's location. | Medical Care & Services → Emergency Response 224 | resuscitation 250 aed 490 neighborhood 2424 campaign 3428 donation 5110 | Bernheze → Heesch 392 |
| theclimatechain.nl | The Climate Chain | On Sunday, June 23, 2024, a ‘human chain’ took place along the Dutch coastline, with thousands of people uniting to demand climate action. The organizers aim to draw a symbolic red line to demonstrate the unity and support for climate policy. The website provides information about the background and objectives of the ‘The Climate Chain’ action and the need for faster and more climate action. | Ecology & Environment → Climate 163 | coastline 41 netherlands 1376 | |
| dagvandedialoog.nl | Stichting in Dialoog | The foundation recognizes that Rotterdam is a diverse city, but spontaneous encounters and the discovery of shared interests are decreasing due to the disappearance of traditional meeting places. Stichting in Dialoog offers training and workshops to facilitate high-quality dialogues and helps organizations formulate dialogue themes with associated questions to achieve impact. The foundation supports initiatives focused on strengthening the Rotterdamse community by stimulating dialogues and invites visitors to sign up for a newsletter. | Business Services → Collaboration 409 | dialogue 426 initiative 1297 community 7931 network 11123 training 28133 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| exxpose.nl | Stichting Exxpose | In September 2020, Exxpose presented the ‘I am priceless’ citizen initiative in the Second Chamber of the Dutch Parliament, with over 50,000 people signing the proposal to criminalize the purchase of sex. The website includes responses to government research into the effects of various prostitution models, including the Nordic model. Exxpose is a movement of young people focused on exposing the reality of prostitution and working towards a society without demand for prostitution and human trafficking. | Social Issues & Welfare → Social Issues 18544 | prostitution 16 signature 60 society 1376 movement 2304 research 8967 | |
| stopecocide.nl | Stop Ecocide NL | The foundation is responsible for the ‘Stop Ecocide’ campaign in the Netherlands and works with a global movement of stakeholders to combat ecocide. The website explains what ecocide entails, describes the efforts to make it an international crime, and highlights the importance of climate action, as illustrated by the citizen initiative ‘Farewell to Fossil Fuels’. The website promotes the ‘Farewell to Fossil Fuels’ petition and asks visitors to collect signatures and share social media calls to action to support the cause. | Environment → Environmental Movement 28 | citizen initiative 25 signature 60 petition 223 campaign 3428 nature 9094 | |
| duurzame-ooijpolder.nl | Stichting De Ooijgaard | The initiative began in 2018 as a concern among nature lovers regarding declining biodiversity in the Ooijpolder. The website presents the vision 'Panorama Ooijpolder 2030' and describes three concrete projects aimed at sustainable development of the area. The project area encompasses the Ooijpolder and a portion of the Duffelt, collaborating with various organizations and stakeholders. | Green Spaces → Landscape Restoration 11 | water level 35 biodiversity 720 nature 9094 sustainability 18451 | Amersfoort → Vathorst-Centrum 253 |
| globalshapers.nl | Global Shapers Amsterdam Hub | The website describes the Hub's mission to drive change in three key areas: combating climate change and protecting nature, accelerating equity and inclusion, and future-proofing education and entrepreneurship. Currently, the Hub is focused on defining its 2024/25 goals and projects and welcomes collaboration with individuals and local initiatives. A past initiative, ‘Humans of Covid,’ highlighted impactful Dutch initiatives related to the COVID-19 pandemic, featuring interviews and stories from various contributors. | Social Issues & Welfare → Social Issues 18544 | equity 55 impact 926 climate 934 initiative 1297 community 7931 education 13471 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| stichtingmooipark.nl | Mooi Park | The residential park Residence Tergouw suffers from significant outstanding maintenance due to the decisions of the administrator and the municipality. Mooi Park has sent a formal notice to the municipality, supported by the majority of residents, demanding the fulfillment of deficiencies. Residents can support the organization by participating in a poll to trace the missing reservation funds and to subscribe to the newsletter or WhatsApp group. | | poll 47 resident 3245 municipality 6837 maintenance 20093 | |
| wijweigerendehuurverhoging.nl | We Refuse Rent Increases | The group fights to prevent financial problems for tenants by refusing rent increases. In 2025, a rent increase of 5% is expected in the social sector, 7.7% in the mid-rent sector, and 4.1% in the free sector. This follows a high rent increase in 2024. The website offers a step-by-step plan for tenants to refuse rent increases and enforce rent freezes, and encourages registration and participation in local networks. | Rental Properties → Tenant Associations 351 | rent increase 22 step-by-step plan 109 action 384 tenant 920 network 11123 | |
| geenhogerebtw.nl | Coalition Against VAT Increase | The website reports on the definitive cancellation of a proposed VAT increase on cultural services and goods, thanks to the efforts of Dutch citizens. The website emphasizes that a VAT increase would represent an additional burden on leisure activities, such as sports, concerts, books, hospitality, and events. The website urges the cabinet to not introduce higher VAT and offers an action page to mobilize citizens against the increase. | Economics → Tax Affairs 10 | leisure 67 vat 432 medium 1293 culture 3922 sport 4228 event 45199 | |
| wmg-groesbeek.nl | WMG, Working Group for Environmental Management Berg en Dal | The working group provides news, activities, and information related to environmental issues and landscape management in the municipality. A recent activity was a nature walk in Klein Amerika and the Mookerhei, organized by Landschapsbeheer Groesbeek, with guides explaining the surroundings. There are plans for a new restaurant to be built on the Oriental Museum Park, with the WMG actively participating in a participatory process. | Nature → Environmental Management 529 | nature area 497 landscape 2609 environment 4873 nature 9094 | Gelderland → Berg en Dal 1294 |
| tinyhouseswestpark.nl | Tiny Houses Westpark | The neighborhood, formerly known as Lutje Westpark, originated as a citizen initiative aiming to ecologically enrich the surrounding area. The initiative began in September 2017 with searching for a suitable location in collaboration with the municipality, and in December 2020, construction started. In March 2021, the first houses were placed, and residents began building their own houses, a process that can take several months. | Alternative Housing → Tiny Houses 161 | tiny house 292 neighborhood 2424 building 3204 resident 3245 municipality 6837 | Netherlands → Groningen 23734 |
| bewustnieuwbouw.nl | NEPROM | The website offers a step-by-step plan for both buying and renting a new-build home, guiding users from orientation to move-in. Visitors will find information on the benefits of new construction, such as the absence of drafts and the possibility of financing the garden. The website covers topics such as energy label, gas-free building, offsetting generated energy against consumption, and practical aspects such as energy consumption and modern technologies in new homes. | | step-by-step plan 109 energy consumption 264 new construction 2672 finance 5341 home 7976 | |
| wegloterij.nl | Serpent | The Postcode Loterij is considered the most unethical lottery in the Netherlands, due to social pressure and the fear of losing money. The current system stimulates inequality by awarding prizes based on postcode and contributes to problematic gambling behavior. The website calls for a ban on the current system of the Postcode Loterij and advocates for an alternative system without postcode-based allocation. | Economy & Finance → Economics 1115 | citizen initiative 25 signature 60 | |
| stopafvalwatertwente.nl | STOP afvalwater TWENTE | The initiative has been active since 2015 and has already achieved significant results, although the ultimate goal – ‘Vot met den pröttel’ – has not yet been reached. Daily, 3 million liters of toxic wastewater are pumped into the Twente ground, which, according to the initiative, constitutes a violation of the environment and a fundamental right of the population. The website offers the possibility to sign an online petition to stop the NAM (groundwater extraction). Donations are used for legal assistance, advertising and supporting the Twente countryside. | Environment → Environmental Activism 36 | wastewater 84 petition 223 donation 5110 | Overijssel → Twente 2578 |
| vchuizen.nl | Vrijwilligerscentrale Huizen | The VCH collaborates with seniors to develop a successful tested method called 'Samen drempels over' that aims to expand social networks. In the future, the VCH, together with the municipality of Huizen, will improve and make the support for caregivers more visible and accessible. The organization provides advice, connection, and mediation between volunteers, those in need, organizations, and businesses, with a focus on various sectors such as care, welfare, and sustainability. | Volunteering → Volunteer Centers 62 | caregiving 368 volunteer 8367 network 11123 | North-Holland → Huizen 1416 |
| 4meinclusief.nl | Alternative 4 May Commemoration | The initiators began with six people who objected to the official commemoration and organized an alternative commemoration. The organization of the alternative commemoration included launching a website, writing a press release, posting on social media, and assembling a program with speakers and other contributions. Thousands of people attended the commemoration in The Hague, and many more watched online, making a peaceful and dignified gathering possible. | Holidays & Commemorations → National Holidays 476 | gaza 39 press release 143 commemoration 181 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| hilversumverbonden.nl | Hilversum Verbonden | The website provides information about various initiatives, such as Repair Café Hilversum, HilverZon (an energy cooperative), and Hilversum100 (a network of sustainable doers). Hilversum Verbonden facilitates innovators and supports new citizen initiatives, and sometimes takes the initiative itself. The site also contains information about events such as the Sustainable Days and the annual election of the Hilversum ‘Politician of the Year’. | Energy → Local Energy 52 | energycooperative 160 initiative 1297 repair 14576 collaboration 16036 sustainability 18451 | North-Holland → Hilversum 4397 |
| erken-fibromyalgie.nl | Erken Fibromyalgie | The Erken Fibromyalgia Citizen Initiative was started by Natalie Kramer to address the misunderstanding surrounding fibromyalgia and support patients. The website provides information on what fibromyalgia is, what it isn’t, possible symptoms, and the recent comment from the Health Council that fibromyalgia deserves recognition. In addition to information, the website offers links to relevant organizations such as the UWV and WMO, and an overview of Natalie Kramer's activities, who won the RoeteRing award. | Disease & Treatment → Chronic Diseases 1168 | citizen initiative 25 fibromyalgia 43 pain relief 97 diagnosis 1490 newsletter 6504 | |
| hoogoverijssel.nl | HoogOverijssel | The website details concerns about noise pollution, fine particulate matter, bird collisions, and economic damage caused by the expansion of Lelystad Airport. It outlines the arguments for a complete re-evaluation of the airspace and the development of new flight routes based on environmentally friendly principles, supported by updated environmental impact assessments (MER) and socio-economic analyses (MKBA). The website reports that several action groups have formed under the name SATL (Samenwerkende Actiegroepen Tegen Laagvliegen) and promotes petitions and donation efforts to support the cause. | Air Services → Aviation 444 | airspace 15 action 384 environment 4873 | Gelderland → Lochem 1587 |
| beekseenergiecooperatie.nl | Beekse Energie Coöperatie | The Beekse Energie Coöperative implemented its first solar energy installation on April 1, 2020, and has received subsidies from the government for a second project, currently in preparation. A solar energy system of 550 panels is being installed on the roof of the warehouse of Gondverzetbedrijf Keulers in Groot Genhout, enough to power 45 houses. The Beekse Energie Coöperative is a non-profit organization run by volunteers, utilizing the Regeling Verlaagd Tarief to provide participants with a tax credit on their electricity costs. | Sustainability → Cooperatives 970 | solar energy 373 cooperative 649 subsidy 2649 roof 3662 house 8121 | Beek → Spaubeek 86 |
| thefarmkitchen.nl | The Farm Kitchen | The website highlights The Farm Kitchen’s commitment to sustainable food practices, emphasizing the importance of ‘good soil, good food, and good people.’ It describes various offerings, including cooking workshops, lunch and catering services, and farm events, all centered around ‘Earth’s Own Cuisine’ – plant-based food produced through a circular model. The Farm Kitchen actively collaborates with local regenerative farmers and promotes a nature-inclusive business model, encouraging community and connection through food and experiences. | Consulting → Environmental Consulting 555 | people 627 soil 930 food 3872 catering 6456 workshop 19325 event 45199 | |
| plaatsdewereld.nl | Stichting Plaats de Wereld | The website provides information about various activities such as workshops, atelier, kitchen, village garden and storytelling theater, as well as volunteer opportunities. Plaats de Wereld is located in Vries, Drenthe, and also offers facilities for schools and team outings. The organization is supported by a foundation and offers opportunities for collaboration, sponsorship and becoming a friend. | Living → Sustainable Living 817 | volunteer work 94 atelier 1417 workshop 19325 | Delft → Tanthof-West 103 |
| tijdvoortransparantie.nl | Tijdvoortransparantie.nl | The initiative focuses on requiring insurers to clearly show all costs of capital insurance in an annual overview. The citizen initiative was launched in response to hidden costs and incomplete annual reports (De Ruiter reports) in capital insurance. The initiative has led to a motion in the Second Chamber of the Dutch Parliament, urging the government to promote transparency for consumers. | Local Politics → Political Parties 898 | second chamber 55 motion 94 consumer 315 transparency 442 cost 1990 | |
| focusopvrede.nl | Focus on Peace | The initiative originated in the area around the old church in Oosterbeek and aims to offer a new way of remembrance through dialogue and the search for words of peace. Each year during the Market Garden celebration, a banner of peace words is placed in the garden of the Old Church, where visitors can add their own words of peace. A Temple of Peace will be erected in Arnhem, where activities of Focus on Peace will also take place and activities for the summer months will be developed. | Specialized History → World War II 1134 | war 272 dialogue 426 banner 518 peace 1113 church 3439 | Renkum → Oosterbeek 604 |
| zonnewijdebreda.nl | ZonneWIJde | The initiative began in August 2016 and was completed in December 2016, featuring 6,904 solar panels on a site in Breda. The ZonneWIJde was established as a cooperative, without profit motives, by citizens motivated to contribute to the energy transition, often through volunteer work. The goal is to create a solar park where all profits benefit the achievement of a 100% green energy supply, unlike commercial solar parks focused on returns for investors. | Volunteering → Community Initiatives 523 | citizen initiative 25 volunteer work 94 solar park 162 cooperative 649 solar panels 4701 energy 9075 | North-Brabant → Breda 9003 |
| vereniging18juni.nl | Vereniging 18 juni | The association initiates petitions and supports projects related to the remembrance of fallen soldiers, including efforts to obtain a memorial. Various projects are supported, such as the restoration of monuments (Kamp Waalsdorp, Waalhaven, Grebbeberg) and a commemorative march (Ockenburgh, Bezuidenhout). The association is involved in placing memorial plaques, for example in Overloon and Waalsdorp, and has the goal to take on an obligation of honor. | World War II → Remembrance 120 | petition 223 monument 1168 association 8562 | |
| derechtvaardigestraat.nl | The Just Street | The website calls on people to participate in a manifesto to make streets fairer, given the current situation of many streets that are dangerous and lead to deaths and serious injuries. The site offers the possibility to nominate a street, and the focus is on creating an environment where people of all ages can play, meet, and where plants and animals can flourish. The website presents various actions and projects that are focused on improving the street and organizing discussions about what is needed for the well-being of the community. | Initiatives & Collaboration → Initiatives 459 | manifesto 67 street 281 action 384 partner 4272 | |
| haarlemklem.nl | Haarlem Klem | In October 2024, Haarlem Klem, along with podcast maker Sander de Heer and host Rolien Magendans, went out into the streets to interview people who were not involved in the discussions about public space and parking. The interviews showed that policy making can start from the bottom up and potentially reduce a lot of administrative hassle. The initiators decided to have a picnic with the Haarlemmers. On April 5, 2024, a seminar took place in the Gravenzaal, Grote Markt, Haarlem, discussing the future of Haarlem after the parking referendum, with speakers such as Gijs Diercks and Wim Kleist. | Local Governance → Local Politics 2559 | referendum 31 public space 137 seminar 299 accessibility 571 policy 2149 podcast 3328 | North-Holland → Haarlem 8674 |
| udenaardetoekomst.nl | Udenaar de Toekomst | The platform provides visibility, tools, and a way to share knowledge and information among residents. Residents can submit ideas and receive assistance with bringing their ideas to fruition, for example, through volunteers, advice, PR, connections via a network, the Kantelhuis, or the Udenfonds. The organization also offers meetings where residents can exchange experiences and knowledge, and is focused on the involvement of residents in decisions and community initiatives. | Municipalities → Overview 11 | initiative 1297 resident 3245 network 11123 | Maashorst → Uden 1540 |
| tegenwindoudeijssel.nl | Tegenwind Oude IJssel | The organization was founded by concerned residents and nature lovers to resist the plans of the municipality of Doetinchem and Landgoed Keppel, who want to build a MEGA wind turbine park. The plans for the wind turbine park are seen as unnecessary, based on outdated data, and ignore the latest knowledge about the health effects of wind turbines. The website advocates for transparent information provision about the project and asks visitors to sign a petition. | | wind turbines 31 natural area 208 petition 223 | Bronckhorst → Laag-Keppel 55 |
| slimmermetregelgeving.nl | Slimmer met Regelgeving | The initiative seeks to make laws and regulations more accessible through digital applications and innovative approaches. A central focus is on the ‘DNA’ of laws and regulations, which provides tools to make laws together more accessible, understandable, and workable. The website offers articles, news reports, and a manifesto that can be signed, and provides a guide to explore the content. | Legal → Legal Law 291 | manifesto 67 dna 239 legislation 593 application 3377 article 6000 | |
| redonzehuisartsen.nl | Save the Doctor | The problem of insufficient available practice space for GPs is exacerbated by expanding roles, high property prices, and reduced rates from the Dutch Healthcare Authority. This leads to many practices struggling to stay afloat and sometimes being forced to close. GP practices in vulnerable neighborhoods, such as Utrecht Overvecht and Valkenburg aan de Geul, face additional pressure due to higher care demand and more staff per patient. The website encourages visitors to sign a petition to urge the Second Chamber of the Dutch Parliament to provide better funding for care practices so they can continue to provide essential care to communities that need it most. | Medical Care & Services → Primary Care 5699 | petition 223 fund 1063 doctor 1397 community 7931 practice 9089 care 12338 | Utrecht → Northeast-> Voordorp 96 |
| drentsekei.nl | VanOns | VanOns assists residents of Drenthe in starting energy initiatives and cooperatives, providing support such as knowledge, practical assistance, and legal advice. The VanOns movement, combined with initiatives in Groningen and Friesland, operates with its own energy company, Energie VanOns, which functions as a non-profit cooperative. The website describes the impact of local energy initiatives in Drenthe and highlights the growing engagement of residents in sustainable energy production and conservation. | Energy → Local Energy 52 | energy transition 381 cooperative 649 initiative 1297 movement 2304 energy 9075 sustainability 18451 | Netherlands → Groningen 23734 |
| stichtinggelijkebeloning.nl | Ik Verdien Meer | The website investigates the causes of the pay gap, noting that women in the Netherlands earn less than men over a working lifetime, resulting in a difference of €300,000. The initiative organizes campaigns, such as Equal Pay Day, to raise awareness about the pay gap and mobilize people to take action. Users can subscribe to a newsletter, participate in local initiatives, and send an email to their employer to anonymously report the pay gap. | Social Issues → Equal Opportunities 11 | equality 77 action 384 newsletter 6504 | |
| amsterdamheefteenkeuze.nl | Citizen Initiative | The website explains that Amsterdam residents are concerned about the impact of mass tourism on the city, specifically the displacement of local businesses and the transformation of public spaces into tourist attractions. It describes how a petition with 30,000 signatures was created to pressure the municipality to limit the number of tourist overnight stays to 20 million per year. However, the municipality has not upheld this commitment. The website outlines the efforts of the initiative to convince the municipality, including requests, signatures, emails, and newspaper articles. Despite these efforts, the municipality has not taken action, leading to the filing of a lawsuit. | Law → Claims 15 | overnight stay 58 lawsuit 89 petition 223 tourism 303 municipality 6837 | |
| zontarotterdam-aandemaas.nl | Zonta Rotterdam aan de Maas | The club focuses on women and girls in Rotterdam and surrounding areas, regardless of their age or professional background. Zonta Rotterdam aan de Maas has been active since 2005 and is committed to providing equal opportunities for women. A key part of the mission is addressing the economic independence of women in the Netherlands, where 48% are not self-sufficient. | Social Organization → Women’s Organizations 225 | equal opportunity 23 fundraising 322 advocacy 357 woman 1419 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| sociaalstartpuntveenendaal.nl | Sociaal startpunt Veenendaal | The website offers a social map that allows users to easily find organizations and activities in their neighborhood. The Navigator tool helps users quickly and step-by-step find the right information about a specific topic, with categories such as care, housing, work, and volunteering. Various activities and events are offered in Veenendaal, including tours, coffee mornings, and warm meals, and the website provides information about support services and volunteering. | Social Services → Social Support 284 | map 801 initiative 1297 | Utrecht → Veenendaal 2641 |
| natuurgebieddekuilen.nl | Stichting Natuurgebied De Kuilen | The foundation, founded by seven residents of Land van Cuijk, aims to convert 7.5 hectares of former cross-country terrain and 5.5 hectares of purchased land into a new nature area, connected to the Langenboomse Bossen and the ponds of De Kuilen. The new nature area is intended to create a transition between forest and beach, and to provide residents and day visitors with a fully functional nature area with various elements. The foundation is seeking volunteers and donations to realize its plans and improve existing nature, as promised during the sand removal and the cessation of cross-country activities on the terrain. | Nature Reserves → Regional Nature Reserves 25 | nature area 497 tree 1879 foundation 6678 nature 9094 | Land van Cuijk → Mill 342 |
| katwijksmartvillage.nl | katwijksmartvillage.nl | KSV is a civic initiative composed of various networks of ‘thinkers’ with a sustainable and future-oriented approach to mobility and livability in a local community. The website contains information about various projects and investigations, including the ‘Beaumix Dossier’ and the ‘N206’ investigations, as well as plans for new neighborhoods and water management. KSV aims to make Katwijk more livable by addressing issues such as green spaces, mobility, heritage, health, and safety. | New Construction → Neighborhood Development 933 | livability 230 water management 260 green 889 mobility 1264 network 11123 | South-Holland → Katwijk 2183 |
| kampenopzondag.nl | Initiative 'Kampen on Sunday' | The website advocates for allowing supermarkets in Kampen to open on Sundays, arguing that current restrictions are no longer relevant. The petition highlights that Kampen, an ancient Hanseatic city, is lagging behind other cities and municipalities regarding shop opening hours on Sundays. The signature request calls for the Kampen municipality to allow supermarkets to open on Sundays, with a minimum opening time of four hours. | | shopkeeper 12 petition 223 supermarket 406 opening hours 2953 municipality 6837 | Overijssel → Kampen 2161 |
| eerlijkmetgroen.nl | Eerlijk met Groen | The website criticizes current plans for solar parks in protected natural areas, stating that the natural environment will suffer if the energy transition does not take place responsibly. The website includes responses and discussions about solar panels, including the number of panels the organization has on its own panels and the stance of other parties (such as the CDA) regarding solar parks. The website presents an argument that it is important to consider the impact of the energy transition on nature, and that sacrificing nature for green energy is not a sustainable solution. | | solar park 162 natural area 208 petition 223 energy transition 381 solar panels 4701 | |
| schotervlielandstraat.nl | Stichting Op Stoom | The website contains information about the new construction plans of Stichting Op Stoom for a childcare facility in the Heksenbos, one of the last meadow areas in the Schotervlieland neighborhood. There is an overview of the various discussions and meetings with residents and the municipal council regarding the plans, including a consultation group and an input at the municipal council. The website contains links to news articles and an interview with the Tree Watch regarding the impact of the construction on the Heksenbos. | Local Government → Neighborhood Councils 150 | plan 2566 childcare 3512 construction 7421 | North-Holland → Haarlem 8674 |
| koepelzorgcooperatieszn.nl | Koepel Zorgcoöperaties Zuid-Nederland | The organization supports and stimulates citizen initiatives through networks. The website presents themes such as improving quality of life in the neighborhood, facilitating conversations about the future, and strengthening support for initiatives. The Koepel offers information about and connects to regional projects, such as the Participatiehub Brabant and successful approaches to citizen initiatives. | Sustainability → Cooperatives 970 | quality of life 111 initiative 1297 participation 1430 healthcare 2316 community 7931 network 11123 | Bladel → Hoogeloon 99 |
| sosstraling.nl | SOS straling | The website discusses the topic of overexposure to radiation and describes health complaints experienced by people due to radiation overload. It addresses the recognition of ElectroHyperSensitivity (EHS) in the Netherlands by the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sports, and the expected publication thereof. The website contains information about a film titled "Tim den Besten caught in bed with Wally!" featuring Wally being interviewed about her sensitivity to radiation. | Organizations → Society 767 | radiation 94 initiative 1297 film 3007 complaint 6479 | |
| noordmanshoek.nl | Stichting De Noordmanshoek Wijhe | The land estate originated as a citizen initiative and is now a citizen participation project, with community involvement being crucial to its success. The Noordmanshoek offers various activities, including a food forest, garden, nursery, energy garden, recreational opportunities and a solar park, aiming to create an iconic appearance. The Stichting De Noordmanshoek Wijhe, in collaboration with the municipality of Olst-Wijhe, is working towards a sustainable future for the land estate and its surroundings, focusing on innovation and a sense of community. | Nature → Biodiversity 382 | food 3872 innovation 4659 community 7931 nature 9094 sustainability 18451 | Olst-Wijhe → Wijhe 284 |
| centralparkhilversum.nl | Stichting BOB-H | The initiative arose from the desire to create a green space in Hilversum East, where the focus is primarily on residential construction. The website informs about the possibility of transforming the bus depot site on Larenseweg into a park with amenities such as benches, terraces, and play areas for children. The initiative is supported by hundreds of residents and requests further support and participation to promote the realization of the park. | Planning & Development → Spatial Planning 889 | people 627 initiative 1297 park 1863 environment 4873 municipality 6837 | North-Holland → Hilversum 4397 |
| lierdalhagen.nl | Samen Doen | The website describes the various projects and activities of Samen Doen in the Lierdal, including the construction of a beehive and the organization of neighborhood and nature work days. Attention is paid to the natural richness of the Lierdal, with mentions of rare beetles such as the rhinoceros beetle and the presence of wild animals and farm animals. The website provides an overview of the history and location of the Lierdal, and emphasizes the importance of the area for both people and animals. | Green Spaces → Landscape Management 381 | beehive 52 volunteer 8367 | Mook en Middelaar → Mook 180 |
| ylcommunity.nl | Young Leaders Community | YLC is a movement of young, ambitious leaders who are committed to the Moroccan-Dutch community. The Leadership Academy is a program designed to train young people into community leaders, focusing on self-leadership, leadership of others, and community engagement. YLC aims to educate top talents and mobilize them to improve the social position of the Moroccan-Dutch community. | Social Issues → Immigration 474 | impact 926 leadership 3724 talent 3987 community 7931 | |
| overhaus.nl | OVERHAUS | OVERHAUS offers services in various disciplines, such as identity development, campaign design, editorial design, web design, exhibitions, presentations, and events. Echt Amsterdams is an initiative by OVERHAUS, a platform for Amsterdam initiatives that improve the city and represent its identity. Partners include De Amsterdamse Mediafabriek and Salto. De Amsterdamse Mediafabriek, founded by OVERHAUS and De Regenbooggroep, is a media hub that offers opportunities for people with limited employment opportunities. The company is involved in projects such as Campaign videos W in the Wijk and Anne Frank in New York. | | identity 1028 initiative 1297 campaign 3428 communication 10162 design 27202 | Amsterdam → East 1423 |
| redonzedemocratie.nl | redonzedemocratie.nl | Since the website launched in 2014, there has been an increasing explosion of initiatives and analyses within society. The website highlights that life in many countries around the world is more difficult and less protected than in the Netherlands, despite the Netherlands' position. Initiatives such as Extinction Rebellion, Greenpeace, 'People versus Big Tech,' and 'De Goede Zaak' are cited as examples of efforts to improve society. | Organizations → Society 767 | tech 60 citizen 184 cause 226 climate 934 initiative 1297 society 1376 | |
| deschaalvankampen.nl | The Schaal of Kampen | The website offers various services, projects, and a masterclass related to the theme of food transition. Sandra van Kampen, the driving force behind The Schaal of Kampen, has written a book on food transition in collaboration with Youetta Visser. The ‘Utrecht narrative for food from the neighborhood’ project is an initiative to create a new story about local food, in collaboration with citizens and entrepreneurs. | Societal Change → Social Movements 114 | food transition 12 narrative 119 book 11396 collaboration 16036 | |
| ikverticket.nl | BARIN | The website offers visitors the opportunity to express their support against the air ticket tax by filling out a response form. The website documents the history of the fight against the air ticket tax, including the number of ‘I’ll Ticket’ declarations received and the final withdrawal of the tax in 2009. The website states that the tax is in violation of the Chicago Convention and that BARIN has filed a lawsuit against the Dutch State. | Law → Administrative Law 1019 | | |
| regenboogalliantie.nl | Rainbow Alliance Gouda | The organization advocates for the rights and safety of LGBTQA+ people and provides information, advice, and facilitates meetings. The Rainbow Alliance Gouda works with the municipality, the COC (Dutch LGBTQA+ organization), and other LGBTQA+ organizations to promote a diverse and inclusive society in Gouda. In 2018, Gouda was designated 'Rainbow City' and the organization is involved in events such as the Budapest Pride, workshops, and the Rainbow Cafe. | Social Issues → Diversity 441 | equality 77 right 379 collaboration 16036 event 45199 | South-Holland → Gouda 3521 |
| stadsondernemingzutphen.nl | Stadsonderneming Zutphen | The Stadsonderneming Zutphen is a group of socially involved citizens working to develop local strength. The organization supports initiatives from citizens, businesses and organizations and takes its own initiatives that contribute to community spirit. Two ongoing initiatives are the Volksresto, a dining place that prevents food waste and promotes social contact, and the Buurtkoelkast, which prevents food waste, provides free food and strengthens the neighborhood. | Volunteering → Community Initiatives 523 | food waste 54 initiative 1297 society 1376 neighborhood 2424 community 7931 | Gelderland → Zutphen 2690 |
| franck.nl | Franck Energie | The organization, led by Olaf and Judith Heinen, has experience facilitating sustainable citizen initiatives and performing energetic renovations. Franck offers various services, including ambition discussions, setting up citizen initiatives, and organizing participation processes. The organization utilizes techniques such as zero measurements and BlowerDoor tests to analyze the energy performance of homes and identify areas for improvement. | Living → Sustainable Living 817 | initiative 1297 neighborhood 2424 home 7976 energy 9075 renovation 13849 | Overijssel → Zwolle 7395 |
| dahliamozaieken.nl | Dahlia Mozaïeken | The festival, taking place on August 30th and 31st, 2025, showcases creative artworks from various groups, including BSO’s (Basic Education Organizations), local businesses, and individuals. Registration for the event is closed, but visitors can enjoy the dahliamozaïeken from August 30th and 31st, 2025, in the Bollenstreek. Printed maps with the locations of the dahliamozaïeken are available for pickup at various addresses in Hillegom and surrounding areas. | Accommodation → Glamping 198 | bollenstreek 68 | Noordwijk → Noordwijkerhout 1099 |
| bezorgdeenergiegebruikers.nl | Bezorgde Energie Gebruikers | The organization advocates for citizens and businesses who require affordable energy. BEG also advocates for the protection of the democratic rule of law, striving for a balance between environmental care and economic interests. The website provides information about the organization, its goals, fundraising opportunities, and contact details. | Energy → Energy Policy 79 | rule of law 43 state 44 protection 728 environment 4873 goal 4974 energy 9075 | Overijssel → Zwolle 7395 |
| stadmakershaarlem.nl | Stadmakers Haarlem | Stadmakers Haarlem supports residents and initiators in making their street, neighborhood, or city more beautiful through the process of 'stadmaken' (making city). The website provides information about events such as congresses and festivals, as well as an agenda and links to articles about stadmaken. Through a WhatsApp network, the stadmakers share knowledge and jointly take initiative, with different groups for specific themes. | Social Issues → Social Organization 13315 | initiative 1297 newsletter 6504 event 45199 | North-Holland → Haarlem 8674 |
| huurdersbelangzuid.nl | Bond Amsterdamse Huurders | The organization has merged with Huurdersvereniging de Pijp and Huurdersvereniging Centrum, and is now part of the Bond Amsterdamse Huurders (BAH). A significant event is the upcoming General Members Meeting (ALV) on November 5th, where the merger with Huurdersvereniging de Pijp and Huurdersvereniging Centrum will be discussed. The association focuses on representing the interests of tenants, including preventing the sale of social housing and ensuring affordable housing options. | Rental Properties → Tenant Associations 351 | merger 323 tenant 920 policy 2149 housing 4378 | Amsterdam → South 1488 |
| bollenstreekaanzet.nl | Bollenstreek aan Zet | The platform facilitates collaboration between various civic initiatives in the Bollenstreek region. Residents can express their opinions and support each other in shaping a future that meets their needs and wishes. The website provides newsletters (May, April, March, June 2025) and focuses on topics such as the preservation of tulip fields, agricultural heritage, and participation. | Context 161394 | bollenstreek 68 topic 1238 participation 1430 newsletter 6504 collaboration 16036 | Noordwijk → Noordwijkerhout 1099 |
| duurzaamwaalre.nl | Duurzaam Waalre | The initiative originated from a request by a former alderman to create a citizen movement that assists consumers with the transition to sustainable heat supply. The website offers assistance with creating an energy profile, conducting an energy scan, and developing a plan of action for home sustainability. The energy guides, often with a technical background, provide advice based on the current state of the property, technical possibilities, and available budget. | Energy → Energy Saving 1151 | heat transition 25 energy scan 32 energy consumption 264 home 7976 sustainability 18451 | |
| iedereenisgoedvolk.nl | Stichting GoedVolk | The initiative originated from residents of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug Municipality and aims to contribute positively to the sustainability of the region. GoedVolk functions more like a ‘swarm,’ where people can join based on current themes and projects, with everyone able to take on a role according to their level of involvement. One of the initial projects is Utrechtse Heuvelrug Plasticvrij 2026, which focuses on reducing plastic pollution in the region. | Environment → Environmental Activism 36 | biodiversity 720 municipality 6837 sustainability 18451 | Utrecht → Utrecht Hill Ridge 2054 |
| hetroermoetomin.nl | Stichting IGZ Plus | Stichting IGZ Plus states that the current healthcare system is unaffordable, inaccessible, and inefficient, and that these problems have been exacerbated by the coronavirus crisis. The website describes a plan of action consisting of 11 statements, which form the basis for a new healthcare model based on Lifestyle Healthcare (LGZ). The website presents a petition ('Het Roer Moet Om in NL') with a current count of 32,778 signatures, aiming to collect approximately 7,000 more signatures. | Law → Human Rights 510 | statement 83 coronavirus 191 petition 223 healthcare 2316 | |
| sbjsamensterk.nl | Stichting Welzijn en Ondersteuning Pijnacker-Nootdorp (SWOP) | The platform was established as a collaboration between Stichting Welzijn en Ondersteuning Pijnacker-Nootdorp (SWOP), the Bibliotheek Oostland, and the Jongerenwerk of gro-up Buurtwerk, with other organizations joining as needed. SBJ SamenSterk works on initiatives and activities that promote community development and support for citizen initiatives within the municipality. Recently, the platform has focused on addressing loneliness in Pijnacker-Nootdorp, as evidenced by actions around postponed coffee and collaboration with local organizations. | Government & Administration → Municipal Services 834 | loneliness 185 initiative 1297 society 1376 municipality 6837 collaboration 16036 | South-Holland → Pijnacker-Nootdorp 1433 |
| inwonersvoorinwoners.nl | Inwoners voor Inwoners | The website provides information about various initiatives, including sustainability, well-being, art, housing, and recreation. Residents can participate in polls and consultations through the Swipocratie platform and are subsequently invited to participate in meetings and dialogues. The website also publishes the results of polls and consultations, such as the results of the Housing and Environment consultation De Ronde Venen and a report on a campaign to distribute rain barrels. | | poll 47 dialogue 426 initiative 1297 results 3954 housing 4378 community 7931 | De Ronde Venen → Waverveen 58 |
| vov-ommen.nl | Volkspartij Ommen Vooruit (VOV) | The VOV introduces the Denktank Ommen Vooruit, an initiative to collaborate with residents, members, and interested parties on current themes in the municipality, without formal meeting cultures. The website addresses topics such as the redevelopment of the municipal building, where residents ask questions about the possible demolition, and plans for spatial planning, including housing construction and recreation. The VOV promotes citizen participation and encourages contact between residents and the municipal council, for example through introductory evenings and the sharing of positions. | Local Politics → Parties 622 | citizen 184 spatial planning 190 position 875 | Overijssel → Ommen 1095 |
| krachtvanutrecht.nl | Kracht van Utrecht | The initiative began from a story and invites visitors to brainstorm potential improvements. Following a refinement in June 2020, the thinking and approach were adjusted, defining mobility as the ease of movement, including potential discomforts. The website features a team ('Elftal') of diverse individuals, collecting proposals for improvements. | Mobility Solutions → Mobility 683 | proposal 159 mobility 1264 initiative 1297 newsletter 6504 | |
| fijninbrabant.nl | Fijn in Brabant | The website encourages visitors to sign up as ‘nice people’ who contribute to a positive living environment. The website seeks individuals who are willing to actively engage and motivate others to do the same. The website offers a contact form where visitors can submit their information to learn more about how to help. | Volunteering → Community Initiatives 523 | brabant 235 contribution 353 people 627 environment 4873 | Netherlands → North-Brabant 73341 |
| heerlijkheidvijfheerenlanden.nl | Stichting Heerlijkheid Vijfheerenlanden | The foundation aims to preserve the natural area, its cultural historical value, and the area for future generations. In addition, the foundation manages and seeks to make sustainable the high-stem orchards in the area, and gives the annual harvest a meaningful destination. The Bassa Dyke Breach, which originated in 1573 due to a dike breach, is the largest of its kind in the Netherlands and offers a unique piece of nature. | Water → Lakes 232 | pear 79 natural area 208 orchard 240 apple 321 foundation 6678 | Utrecht → Vijfheerenlanden 1977 |
| wast-westerveld.nl | WaST | WaST collects your laundry and returns it, wrinkle-free and clean. The service also includes ironing, repair work, and the supply of washing bags and baskets. The company is a citizen initiative of HOI2 and offers services for individuals, businesses, and via WMO indications. | Household Appliances → Washing 29 Household Services → Ironing 44 | iron 237 laundry 239 basket 275 initiative 1297 repair 14576 | Westerveld → Nijensleek 35 |
| 100km.nl | 100km.nl | The website offers a sticker that people can order and affix to their rear windshield to demonstrate their commitment to responsible driving. The site explains that driving slower, for example at 100 km per hour, can lead to reduced fuel consumption and thus lower emissions. The website emphasizes that while faster speeds may seem attractive, the time gain in the Netherlands is minimal, especially in traffic. | Mobility Solutions → Mobility 683 | highway 88 emission 130 sticker 221 fuel 424 drive 428 | |
| huuristeduur.nl | Bond Amsterdamse Huurders | The action arose as a response to the planned rent increase of 2025, which did not have a two-month grace period. The website coordinates cooperation with tenants who continue to pay their old rent to jointly file a complaint with the rental committee. The goal is to challenge the Circular Rental Law in court. | Organizations → Society 767 | tenant 920 rent 981 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| hoendersveld.nl | Wonen in Venray | Hoendersveld | The residential park, located on the Hoendersveld site, comprises 64 homes, including apartments and detached houses, and is available for rent or purchase. The location is strategically situated in the center of Venray, surrounded by green and existing residential areas. The park is designed to offer a ‘safe haven’ with space, tranquility, and opportunities to enjoy life together. The area emphasizes sustainability, with a focus on green (herb gardens, wadis, diverse planting) and the seasons. | | living area 349 green 889 housing 4378 sustainability 18451 | Limburg → Venray 1601 |
| sliedrechtplant.nl | Sliedrecht Groen | The municipality of Sliedrecht has launched the 'Bomenactie' (Tree Action) project to make the municipality greener. Residents can order free trees, plants, and shrubs through an online webshop, which are then picked up or delivered. The tree action offers a variety of native plants, such as perennials, shrubs, and trees, and can be picked up on specific dates or delivered to the address. | Sustainability → Green Spaces 1235 | shrubs 148 address 901 tree 1879 plant 4509 municipality 6837 webshop 8648 | South-Holland → Sliedrecht 863 |
| voedselboswoest.nl | Stichting VoedselbosWoest | The food forest is designed to create a harmonious relationship between humans, animals, plants, soil, air, and water, allowing nature to thrive largely undisturbed. In the second season, a significant harvest of berries, plums, apples, mulberries, and walnuts has already been achieved, far exceeding the jam produced in the first season. The project is a citizen initiative demonstrating that food cultivation, recreation, and biodiversity can be achieved simultaneously, allowing as many people as possible to experience it firsthand. | Nature → Biodiversity 382 | food forest 229 biodiversity 720 soil 930 nature 9094 collaboration 16036 | Amsterdam → Nieuw-West 844 |
| ohbtw.nl | OHBTW | The campaign urges citizens to sign a petition to prevent the increase of the VAT rate from 9% to 21%. The goal is to maintain ticket prices for cultural activities so that millions of people can continue to enjoy music, dance, and other cultural experiences. The website provides the option to sign the petition, download the media kit (in Dutch and English), and share it via hashtags. | Activism → Petitions 26 | petition 223 vat 432 festival 3804 culture 3922 event 45199 | |
| welkomingebrookerbos.nl | Gemeente Heerlen | Gebrookerbos is not a traditional forest, but a network of initiatives started by residents to transform vacant areas in the neighborhoods. These initiatives, with over thirty in Heerlen-Noord, contribute to creating livable neighborhoods by taking responsibility for renovations and meeting local needs. The network is supported by the municipality and other organizations, which provide resources to help residents realize their ideas. | | initiative 1297 resident 3245 space 3846 municipality 6837 | Heerlen → Ten Esschen 19 |
| westerparkgroen.nl | Grassroots Initiative | There is a petition with over 3500 signatures against the construction boom and the tower block in Westerpark West. The plans for the new housing area, which will include 1000 new homes on the former ING site, would make the park smaller and add a tower block, which conflicts with the wishes of the neighborhood. Changes have been made to the policy for the Main Green Structure, making it easier to develop the area at the expense of nature. Various green organizations criticize these changes. | Sustainability → Green Spaces 1235 | petition 223 green 889 municipality 6837 | Amsterdam → West 777 |
| doegewoonwatt.nl | DoeGewoonWatt | The initiative works towards becoming energy neutral by supporting residents in making their homes more sustainable and developing sustainable energy projects. DoeGewoonWatt consists of volunteers working in various groups, such as energy innovation, communication, and collaboration, and works with local interests, the municipality, and residents. The project focuses on informing the community about the progress towards energy neutrality, including projects with wind turbines and solar parks, and offers opportunities for residents to participate. | | energy neutral 15 resident 3245 municipality 6837 energy 9075 collaboration 16036 | |
| businessinheels.nl | Business in Heels | The magazine covers topics such as finance, business, marketing, work, and cars, as well as general news updates. Articles are presented about the benefits of electric driving and the impact of taxes on daily life. The website also publishes about ICT innovation in middle Netherlands, featuring success stories and trends. | Bus Services → Public Transportation 782 | drive 428 taxes 500 innovation 4659 finance 5341 marketing 7107 | |
| 8stedag.nl | 8ste dag | On July 8, 2018, ‘8ste dag’ organized a series of installations and performances in the city center of Leeuwarden, bringing together people, machines, buildings, and performances. The Fluisterlijn, a project focused on language and communication, has secured a fixed location in the new language podium of Lân fan taal at the public toilets of Obe in Leeuwarden, where a film is continuously playing. Various elements, including world record attempts, an F16 aircraft, a caravan that drives on water, and diverse art forms, comprised part of the events. | Culinary & Tastings → Gatherings 92 | people 627 performance 7586 installation 13742 event 45199 | Friesland → Leeuwarden 6068 |
| mijnborneinitiatief.nl | Municipality of Borne | The website provides an overview of existing citizen initiatives in the region, focused on promoting a pleasant living environment and participation. Benedicte Tijhuis, the district coordinator of Borne, serves as a point of contact for residents, residents' organizations, and coordinates the collaboration between the municipality and the residents. MijnBorne initiatief originated in 2011 as part of an ambitious future vision for Borne, where the community has control over its living environment and offers space for own initiatives. | | citizen initiative 25 participation 1430 idea 2367 municipality 6837 | Borne → Hertme 51 |
| pumptrackdijkenwaard.nl | Pumptrack Dijk en Waard | The website describes what a pumptrack is: a circuit where you ride a bike ‘pomping’ without stepping or pedaling, which creates a feeling of flow. It references media attention and articles about the pumptrack, such as reports in the Noordhollands Dagblad and a video from the KNWU. The website follows the progress of the project, including feasibility checks, voting rounds in an initiative campaign, and discussions with council members. | | pumptrack 14 petition 223 initiative 1297 subsidy 2649 resident 3245 municipality 6837 | |
| dh33.nl | Municipality of The Hague | The Hague is aiming to become European Capital of Culture in 2033, a unique opportunity that occurs every fifteen years. The candidacy stems from a motion by the municipal council and is driven by local cultural makers. A Cultural Manifesto has been drafted to document the vision of the cultural sector. The Hague municipality is further investigating the possibility of submitting a candidacy, the next step being to develop this ambition further, with a final decision by the municipal council expected mid-2026. | Local Governance → Local Politics 2559 | manifesto 67 manifest 75 city 1875 culture 3922 municipality 6837 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| heeschenaren.nl | Heeschenaren Inwonersnetwerk Heesch | The network was established by engaged residents who want to work together to improve the living environment in Heesch. The website provides a platform for news, opinions, and the opportunity to participate in the Heeschenaren panel to generate ideas and discuss themes, such as traffic safety and biodiversity. A specific focus is the adaptation of the roundabout at Cereslaan to improve traffic flow, as well as the mowing policy for roadside verges aimed at promoting biodiversity. | Village Focus → Village Initiatives 137 | quality of life 111 initiative 1297 theme 4015 | Bernheze → Heesch 392 |
| nieuwbouw-laarbeek.nl | Nieuwbouw Laarbeek | The website presents 1,334 houses, apartments and homes in 31 new construction projects. Users can search within the projects, view where properties are for sale or rent on a map, and register for updates on their favorite projects. The site provides information about the municipal new construction, surrounding places (Beek en Donk, Aarle-Rixtel, Lieshout, Mariahout) and is part of the Nieuwbouw Nederland platform. | | updates 200 map 801 property 7406 | Laarbeek → Mariahout 107 |
| kunstwerkdedirigent.nl | Stichting Burgerinitiatief kunstwerk ‘de Dirigent’ Kerkrade | The artwork ‘de Dirigent’ is based on the idea that energy from the sun and wind drives and shapes music. The project is an initiative of Kerkrade citizens, namely Hub Pasmans (designer/visual artist) and Hardy Mertens (composer). The Stichting Burgerinitiatief kunstwerk ‘de Dirigent’ Kerkrade was founded in 2023, and the plans were publicly presented in 2023 during the ‘t Kirchroa va Morje festival. | Visual Arts → Installation Art 576 | dirigent 12 initiative 1297 artwork 2248 energy 9075 music 13170 | Limburg → Kerkrade 1031 |
| kesselsbv.nl | Kessels Wegenbouw en Bestratingen | The company specializes in both underground and aboveground infrastructure, and often works on Design & Construct contracts in collaboration with Mansvelt Infra-ontwikkeling and Management. By proactively thinking about spatial and technical issues throughout the entire project, Kessels Wegenbouw and Paving provides added value and ensures sustainable solutions. With Design & Construct projects, the financial risk lies entirely with the company, while the organization guarantees transparency and reliability for the client. | Civil & Infrastructure → Road Construction 481 | transparency 442 infrastructure 1460 risk 2896 | |
| brotherwood.nl | Brotherwood | Brotherwood functions as a reporting point for contributions, suggestions, and comments from stakeholders. The organization encourages social, financial, innovative, and sustainable entrepreneurship, emphasizing shared responsibility for well-being and care. Brotherwood is an independent nonprofit organization that critically engages with societal themes and initiates and organizes activities to find common solutions. | Social Issues → Social Organization 13315 | responsibility 329 initiative 1297 society 1376 participation 1430 collaboration 16036 sustainability 18451 | |
| reductione.nl | Reductione | The website describes Reductione's mission to offer more sporting opportunities with less negative impact on the environment, highlighting the need for innovation in the sports industry, which often leads to overconsumption of natural resources. Reductione offers three pillars: inspire, facilitate, and do, aiming to motivate visitors and provide practical tools for more sustainable sports, such as reusing existing materials or supporting second-hand sports equipment. The website provides inspiration and facts about topics such as sustainable running, cycling, and innovation challenges, with the goal of making sustainable sports more accessible and appealing. | Environment → Sustainability 10466 | code 509 initiative 1297 inspiration 4081 sport 4228 sustainability 18451 | |
| wildknitting.nl | wildknitting.nl | The website emphasizes the principle that diverse creative disciplines strengthen each other and, when combined, can lead to significant results. Destiny Unknown supports projects that utilize art, culture, and creativity to build connections between people and generate positive impact. The platform encompasses a wide range of disciplines, from gardening to fashion, and recognizes both low-threshold and ambitious initiatives, as well as individual efforts and community-based projects. | Living → Sustainable Living 817 | people 627 creativity 2531 art 3856 culture 3922 sustainability 18451 | |
| atelierondertussen.nl | Atelier Ondertussen Groen Schoolpleinen | Atelier Ondertussen creates play landscapes in schoolyards, community gardens and parks, with a focus on sustainability and resident participation. The company operates in an ecological and sustainable manner, utilizing native planting, rainwater disconnection and minimizing pavement. Atelier Ondertussen offers support in the design, planning, realization and management of play landscapes, and offers a free strategy consultation to create a plan of action. | Sustainability → Green Spaces 1235 | schoolyard 77 resident 3245 sustainability 18451 | |
| vooronsnederland.nl | For Us Netherlands | The organization was founded to leave behind polarization and division in the Netherlands, and to protect and strengthen the democracy. For Us Netherlands operates as an action group, not a political party, and aims to form with supporters the ‘silent majority’ to advance the Netherlands. The action group focuses on developing realistic plans, exposing anti-democratic tactics, and supporting constructive parties and initiatives. | Societal Change → Social Movements 114 | democracy 136 plan 2566 connection 4007 collaboration 16036 | |
| vanhetveld.nl | Van het VELD | The movement, originating from the Eemvallei, strives for a change in the current food supply, which is considered vulnerable to humans and the environment. Van het VELD is working on system changes such as promoting biodiversity, transitioning to local and seasonal food, and building robust regional food networks. The organization wants to create a future-proof food system in which farmers earn a good income, the landscape is restored, and production is socially, ecologically and economically resilient. | Initiatives & Projects → Local Initiatives 1001 | petition 223 farmer 661 landscape 2609 food 3872 network 11123 | Flevoland → Almere 7765 |
| burgerbondnederland.nl | Burgerbond Nederland | Burgerbond Nederland is a union founded by citizens for citizens, aimed at bridging the gap between politics and the people. The website provides information about the union, its goals, sectors, board, and news. The organization encourages citizen participation and offers a platform for expressing opinions and donating to the union. | Social Issues → Social Organization 13315 | people 627 politics 1259 member 10154 | |
| fixbrigadeculemborg.nl | FIXbrigade Culemborg | FIXbrigade Culemborg offers tenants in Culemborg free energy-saving measures, such as insulation measures, draught strips, and radiator foil, to make homes more energy-efficient. Between 2023 and February 2025, FIXbrigade Culemborg has already made over 800 homes in Culemborg more energy-efficient, for example, with 171.5 meters of draught strips and 2366 meters of radiator foil. The FIXbrigade not only provides materials but also free advice on energy saving in the home, such as lowering the heating and using energy-efficient LED lights. | Energy → Energy Saving 1151 | | Gelderland → Culemborg 1264 |
| kamperkrachtfonds.nl | Kamper Kracht Fonds | The Kamper Kracht fonds offers money, goods, and services to individuals and groups in difficult situations, where other assistance is unavailable. The fund acts as a bridge between donors and recipients, ensuring that donations and sponsorships remain within the Kampen community. The Kamper Kracht fonds distinguishes itself by a local focus, dedicated to supporting the residents of the municipality of Kampen. | Social Services → Community Support 179 | people 627 fund 1063 donation 5110 municipality 6837 collaboration 16036 | Overijssel → Kampen 2161 |
| hofnoordeinde.nl | Heevas BV | In 2006, Heevas BV purchased the land on Noordeinde, originally featuring shops, a gas station, and grassland. The municipality had already expressed a desire to develop residential housing on this location in 2006. Following the financial crisis and the rise of online shopping, the building became vacant. In 2019, the zoning of the location was changed to allow residential use, subject to the development of a comprehensive plan. The Hof Noordeinde project will include 20 compact, sustainable rental homes, divided into residential blocks on the north and south sides, with parking and green space. | | green space 136 municipality 6837 home 7976 | Kaag en Braassem → Roelofarendsveen 348 |
| noshit.nl | NoShit, the foundation | The foundation operates as a facilitator and supports individuals and communities through an extensive social network, services, and tools. NoShit itself does not organize events but helps create opportunities by offering a Real Social media platform, connections, and resources. The organization is based on principles of integrity, openness, and a clear manifesto, encouraging people to think and feel for themselves. | | manifesto 67 foundation 6678 community 7931 network 11123 | |
| stopvakantiebelasting.nl | stopvakantiebelasting.nl | The website publishes blogs about the issue of unfair travel taxes. Visitors can read personal stories related to travel taxes. The website offers a way for visitors to resist unfair travel taxes. | Transportation → Rail Services 495 | safari 181 holiday 2295 travel 7210 nature 9094 blog 13392 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| naturalbeginnings.nl | Natural Beginnings | The platform provides articles on topics such as influencer marketing, BENG calculations, manure management, thermal imaging inspections, energy saving, and pruning plums. Leasefiets is a pioneer in bicycle leasing in the Netherlands with over 50 years of experience, promoting sustainable mobility. The website also contains advertisements and information about various companies, such as De Boer RVS, FaberExposize, Damstra Installatiebedrijf Leeuwarden, and Kinderopvang Drachten. | Living → Sustainable Living 817 | mobility 1264 tree 1879 building 3204 energy 9075 sustainability 18451 | |
| paxvlaardingen.nl | PAX Embassy of Peace Vlaardingen | The website informs about the attempts to prevent the establishment of an asylum reception center (AZC) for 100 asylum seekers on a site next to Holy Cemetery in Vlaardingen, with success in a municipal council debate. The website provides an overview of the local political discussion about the location of the AZC, with the final decision on a farm in the South neighborhood, after a rejection of a motion to scrap the AZC. The Protestant Community of Vlaardingen (PGV) issued a signal of concern about the way asylum seekers are being portrayed in the news and calls for empathy and understanding of their situation. | Social Issues → Immigration 474 | azc 34 asylum seekers 96 municipal council 158 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| hobama.nl | Hobama | Hobama is an abbreviation of Houd landelijk Barchem Mooi en Aantrekkelijk and is an association with 180 members from various municipalities in the region. The association was founded in August 2019 to oppose the plans to build a solar park, Bekenschot, on agricultural land in Barchem, which they consider an encroachment on the landscape. Hobama, acting as an interest group, primarily uses dialogue, arguments, and pressure to exert influence on government bodies to stop the plans and mobilizes residents to express their views. | Renewable Energy → Wind Energy 396 | agricultural land 32 solar park 162 petition 223 municipality 6837 association 8562 membership 10442 | Berkelland → Ruurlo 392 |
| heturbanoxpark.nl | Stichting Urban Ox Park | The Urban Ox Park is a green area with facilities for various sports and activities, including skateboarding, calisthenics, and a pumptrack. The park is the result of a citizen initiative by seven Ossen residents who want to create a low-threshold place where people can meet. The website provides information about the project, the planning, parking options, and the latest news. | Sport Facility → Sports Parks 57 | pumptrack 14 skatepark 41 initiative 1297 park 1863 municipality 6837 | North-Brabant → Oss 2962 |
| warmkamerik.nl | Warm Kamerik | The initiative organizes events such as a Sustainability Market and Energy Cafés to increase awareness of the energy transition. Activities of Warm Kamerik include organizing markets, promoting Energy Cafés, and conducting surveys. The website provides news updates and information about the steps needed to become sustainable in Kamerik. | Energy → Energy Transition 225 | isolation 54 energy transition 381 awareness 1735 sustainability 18451 | Woerden → Kamerik 142 |
| dagvanhetburgerinitiatief.nl | XpertiseZorg | The event, held on November 1st in Enschede at the University of Twente DesignLab, provides a platform for inspiration and practical examples of community strength. The program includes workshops, an inspiration market, and a plenary closing, aimed at creating connections between citizen initiatives, municipalities, and healthcare providers. The website also provides information about various initiatives working on community strength in Twente, such as Saxion, the Participation Hub Twente, and the Twente Neighbor Fund. | Business Services → Collaboration 409 | initiative 1297 inspiration 4081 community 7931 care 12338 collaboration 16036 | Enschede → Matenweg 33 |
| stichtingstagehuis.nl | Stichting Stagehuis | The foundation originated as a response to the wishes of neighborhood residents and has since been working with volunteers and interns on projects around safety, health, sports, art, culture, and education. The Stagehuis approach is based on the presentational approach, focusing on the qualities and strength of residents and providing support through various forms, such as conversations, activities, and projects. The foundation shares its knowledge and experience with other organizations and professionals to create social value, and can be found online at www.stagehuisschilderswijk.nl, LinkedIn, or Instagram. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Organizations 1593 | resident 3245 volunteer 8367 | South-Holland → The Hague 19898 |
| gspo.nl | SAS | The website presents a motto: 'If you do what you did, you get what you got.' It addresses various questions, including what one wants to do, why SAS needs to intervene, when, where SAS works, and how. The site emphasizes the importance of planning and action, encouraging visitors to contact the coach immediately. | Investing → Wealth Management 435 | action 384 plan 2566 goal 4974 coach 25810 | Geldrop-Mierlo → Geldrop 794 |
| stichtingdefontein.nl | Stichting de Fontein | Stichting de Fontein facilitates urgent housing for young adults and focuses on talent development. The foundation manages 13 studio apartments in Helden, Limburg, and is working on a plan to transform the location into a total park. The studio apartments are furnished with modern facilities and utilize recycled materials to create a sustainable concept. | Living → Sustainable Living 817 | talent development 123 energy consumption 264 park 1863 housing 4378 sustainability 18451 | Peel and Maas → Helden 166 |
| culturalbridges.nl | Culturalbridges | Culturalbridges is an organization founded by and for grassroots cultural and creative initiatives in the Rotterdam cultural sector. The organization offers seminars, workshops, funding guidance, and advocacy, as well as support for collaborations within the cultural sector of Rotterdam. Various Rotterdam cultural and creative collectives, such as No Biggie, FOMO, The CCC Agency, High Vibrations, GUMMI Collectief, Panah Studio and HUNNA, are presented and their activities are highlighted. | Initiatives & Projects → Local Initiatives 1001 | seminar 299 fund 1063 initiative 1297 talent 3987 community 7931 collaboration 16036 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| roodhekkenpaswest.nl | Jansen Bouwontwikkeling | The project involves the construction of 36 detached houses, ranging from affordable starter homes to accessible homes for seniors. The new neighborhood is located in a green area, close to the Waal, the meadows and the Laakbos, and next to the existing Roodhekkenpas residential area. The houses are energy-neutral and aimed at families, starters and seniors. The municipal council has approved the zoning plan, but an appeal has been lodged with the Council of State. | Living → Sustainable Living 817 | energy neutral 15 green environment 25 house type 74 house 8121 | Gelderland → Nijmegen 9384 |
| leestenzegtnee.nl | Action Group | The website publishes recent news articles about local actions and demonstrations against the placement of AZC's and COA locations in Zutphen. There are reports about demonstrations, information meetings, and an initiative to collect signatures against the plans. The website also informs about similar actions in the neighboring municipality of Brummen and provides links to petitions and relevant information. | Politics → Activism 237 | coa 13 azc 34 petition 223 demonstration 377 municipality 6837 | Gelderland → Zutphen 2690 |
| slimsteweg.nl | Smartest Road of Netherlands | The Smartest Road is a project that aims to create a road that is quiet, clean, safe, and beautiful, with input from residents and the involved communities. The initiative is supported by governments, insurers, the knowledge sector, artists, spatial planners, and various sectors of the Dutch construction and logistics industry. The website promotes the organization of an ideas competition and an innovative tender to develop the road, with special attention to road construction, logistics, and spatial integration. | Civil & Infrastructure → Road Construction 481 Sustainability → Green Spaces 1235 | road 190 initiative 1297 innovation 4659 collaboration 16036 sustainability 18451 | Gelderland → Lochem 1587 |
| anpakn.nl | Anpak’n | Anpak’n is an organization comprised of entrepreneurs and scientists engaged in the complex challenges of the energy transition. The organization focuses on tracking developments, connecting them, and initiating practical projects. Anpak’n offers contact possibilities via email and telephone. | | ecology 170 energy 9075 | |
| huisvooriedereen.nl | Huis Voor Iedereen | The initiative was founded in 2022, with local residents working together to promote the reception and integration of newcomers and later also support other residents. Huis Voor Iedereen seeks to promote diversity, compassion, and solidarity in the municipality of Gooise Meren and to create a network of equal citizens. The platform offers a place for everyone and strives to create a common basis, where the responsibility for the social and physical safety of each other is shared. | Pediatric & Child Health → Community Care 141 | resident 3245 safety 5819 network 11123 collaboration 16036 | North-Holland → Gooise Meren 3297 |
| vrijekeuzecoalitie.nl | Free Choice Coalition | The coalition emphasizes that abortion is a form of care and should not be considered a crime. The website’s manifesto, based on medical and legal expertise, is used to launch an EU citizen initiative. The website calls for securing the abortion rights in the upcoming Dutch elections and refers to a previously signed initiative by 100,000 people. | | abortion 36 manifesto 67 coalition 109 code 509 | |
| samenlokaal.nl | SamenLokaal GroenLinks-PvdA Rijssen-Holten | GroenLinks and PvdA work together locally to become the most citizen-friendly municipality of the Netherlands, with a single list and a single faction. The program focuses on themes such as affordable housing, sustainability, tourism, successful education, and reliable governance. The website also provides information about candidate registration, events such as candidate evenings, and local developments, such as the planned construction of a new building in the center of Holten. | Local Politics → Municipal Council 484 | tourism 303 candidate 1896 municipality 6837 sustainability 18451 | Overijssel → Rijssen-Holten 1539 |
| milieuvrienden.nl | Stichting Milieuvrienden Duiven | The foundation addresses various themes, including food and agriculture, energy, raw materials, mobility, and space, aiming to protect the natural environment. A key initiative is the establishment of a food forest in the Liemers, where visitors will learn about the origin of their food. The foundation is also actively opposing the expansion of the A15 through the countryside and working on sustainable energy projects through the energy cooperative de Liemers. | Local Politics → Municipal Council 484 | food forest 229 space 3846 energy 9075 nature 9094 | Montferland → Didam 759 |
| groen-grijsrooi.nl | Woonvereniging Groen-Grijs Rooi | The Groen-Grijs Rooi project originated as a citizen initiative and seeks to build housing with central spaces and a green environment. The housing association strives for a community that combines cooperation, ecology, and care, with the relationship with nature and the possibilities for outdoor activities being important. Specific target groups (senior and younger generation) are defined with certain lifestyle requirements, and the website invites people to join and register. | Sustainable Living → Housing Associations 325 | green environment 25 rental housing 38 housing association 65 target group 578 plan 2566 community 7931 | |
| ofmaa.nl | OFMAA | Founded in 2012 by architect/musician Guido Schuurman, OFMAA has evolved into an expert in self-build housing, urban sports, and interior projects. The company has undertaken various projects, including a CPO project in Amstelkwartier Amsterdam featuring stacked apartments, an indoor skatepark in Amsterdam Noord, and an outdoor skatepark resembling a pinball machine. OFMAA has also designed office spaces for events, a new private MBO school focused on entrepreneurship, and multifunctional skate/sit objects in Amsterdam. | Urban Planning → Urban Development 378 | skatepark 41 architecture 3223 interior 8093 design 27202 | Amsterdam → Zunderdorp 731 |
| doemeeaansoest.nl | Gemeentebelangen Groen Soest | The website offers opportunities to participate in projects, such as planting trees and sowing plants on areas currently covered with pavement tiles. It encourages getting to know the local farmers and their vision for the future. The website emphasizes the green surroundings of Soest and Soesterberg and is committed to preserving and improving them. | Sustainability → Green Spaces 1235 | housing market 311 farmer 661 tree 1879 plant 4509 | Soest → Soesterberg 410 |
| bertboersma.nl | Bert Boersma | Bert Boersma advises organizations on refining their positioning and core values, bringing their unique DNA to life, and realizing successful communication initiatives. The website emphasizes the need to work in harmony with the laws of nature to create a sustainable society and discusses themes such as community building, personal development, and nature restoration. Alongside Bert Boersma, partners such as MediaSoep and Regenerative nursery De Koperwiek, as well as the Vereniging Moai Skarsterlan, contribute to initiatives in the field of sustainability. | Online Marketing → Employer Branding 202 Branding & Identity → Brand Strategy 461 | dna 239 position 875 community 7931 nature 9094 communication 10162 collaboration 16036 | |
| vriendenvan-mijnstemtelt-hetburgerinitiatief.nl | Friends of Mijn Stem Telt! | The website offers various membership options: a standard membership for 23 euros per year, a professional membership for 90 euros per year, and opportunities for aspirant membership. Friends of Mijn Stem Telt! actively play a role in the citizen initiative, focusing on disseminating positions and supporting the idea of a binding referendum system. The website promotes the key points of Mijn Stem Telt!, including direct democracy, a reliable government, and citizen engagement. | Political Processes → Democracy 161 | citizen initiative 25 referendum 31 membership 10442 | |
| bioboerenwaalre.nl | Bioboeren Waalre | The initiative began in late 2019 with the goal of finding an alternative to the current food system, focusing on local, sustainable, and organic production. The farm, according to the plan, will grow organic vegetables and fruits and supplement them with meat, selling them to members of the cooperative. The initiative is seeking collaboration with local organic farmers and exploring alternatives, such as renting land or establishing a similar model independently by the members. | Sustainability → Cooperatives 970 | cooperative 649 farm 2622 food 3872 member 10154 collaboration 16036 | |
| ikk-seminars.nl | IKK Seminars | IKK Seminars organizes seminars based on 'Inspiration, Knowledge and Expertise' with an emphasis on quality. Due to the COVID-19 measures, the annual seminar in Saalbach-Hinterglemm in 2022 has been canceled. The website describes IKK Seminars' mission: to make people aware of new opportunities to build a healthy business sector, with creative and successful people. The beautiful location of Saalbach-Hinterglemm is also presented with descriptions of winter activities and the hotel. | | seminar 299 people 627 knowledge 3528 | |
| nietmeeruitteleggen.nl | Onverdeeld Open | The site offers alternative news that is not disseminated by mainstream media. A manifesto called ‘onverdeeld open’ has been written by a former politician, a doctor and a scientist. An online petition has been launched urging people not to participate in the use of QR codes. The site also contains news reports about actions in Canada and discussions on vaccine mandates and the European Digital ID, among others via a podcast and press conferences. | Disease & Treatment → Coronavirus 27 | qr code 189 petition 223 | |
| ouderenappelhvl.nl | Ouderen Appèl-Hart voor Laarbeek | The party’s mission is to create a strong and beautiful Laarbeek, with residents at the forefront. Their stances are broad and based on the needs of the residents, encompassing topics such as housing policy, traffic safety, and living environment. The party values financially responsible policy with low burdens for residents and businesses, and aims for a balanced and reliable collaboration. | Local Politics → Municipal Council 484 | stance 19 policy 2149 resident 3245 | North-Brabant → Laarbeek 795 |
| peilingpauze.nl | PeilingPauze | The website emphasizes that polls can influence election outcomes and create a high-pressure dynamic in the final week of the campaign, ideally providing more space for political discussion. The organization calls for a ‘Peilingpauze’ in the week before elections, reducing attention on polls to create more time for discussing political plans and positions. The PeilingPauze initiative is inspired by successful implementations in various European countries, including France, Italy, and Luxembourg, which have already adopted a similar approach. | Political Processes → Elections 119 | poll 47 election 404 position 875 plan 2566 | |
| sapientesaboriente.nl | Sapientes-ab-oriente | The website describes 'Sapientes-ab-oriente' as a 'people, council and assembly,' a type of community organization. It offers tips on how individuals can harness their positive energy and inspire others, such as standing tall and smiling, and enjoying moments. The website addresses actions like challenging the validity of the EU voting pass and opposing conscription. | Anthropology & Sociology → Sociology 454 | positivity 83 integrity 205 responsibility 329 people 627 love 1240 community 7931 | |
| soest-zuid.nl | Bewoners Soest-Zuid | The organization promotes a sustainable, safe, and green living environment in the neighborhood, with social cohesion at its core. Residents work together with local authorities and other residents to address important topics. Active community initiatives, such as the annual neighborhood party and a WhatsApp community, contribute to strengthening bonds within the neighborhood. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Organizations 1593 | green environment 25 quality of life 111 community 7931 sustainability 18451 | Soest → De Eng Zuid 13 |
| stopverkeerslawaaiamersfoort.nl | Stop Traffic Noise Amersfoort | A small group of drivers causes extreme noise on Amersfoort roads for their own pleasure, using illegally modified exhausts and antisocial behavior such as revving and speeding at a standstill. Recent research in Amsterdam shows that roaring motorcycles are the main source of serious noise disturbance in almost all districts, and in Amersfoort, every ride with a modified exhaust and/or antisocial behavior causes disturbance to thousands of people. Amersfoort has 160,000 inhabitants and the number is growing rapidly. However, this growth requires consideration for one another. | Environment → Air Quality 116 | motorcycle 2110 resident 3245 | Utrecht → Amersfoort 8011 |
| walkasilentmile.nl | walkasilentmile | The movement organizes silent walks where participants reflect on current issues and the future of democracy. These walks take place on Sundays, starting at 11:55 AM, and vary in length and location, often around a central building. The movement originated in Enschede in March 2022, initially to discuss the situation surrounding Pieter Omtzigt, and has since expanded to other locations in the Netherlands. | | democracy 136 topic 1238 walk 2161 movement 2304 | Overijssel → Enschede 5554 |
| burgercoalitie.nl | BurgerCoalitie | The BurgerCoalitie unites independent citizen initiatives striving for transparency, social justice, and a fairer Netherlands. HulpRadar.nl is a citizen network where people can share food, help, or time without bureaucracy. MeldNood.nl is a network for emergency alerts with live location and assistance from bystanders. | | corruption 27 crime 148 updates 200 transparency 442 rent 981 network 11123 | |
| valleilijnede.nl | Valleilijn Ede Civic Committee | The committee was founded in June 2017 by initiators and residents. A major concern is the nuisance caused by the Booggeluid, a component of the Connexxion trains, on the Lunteren-Ede-Wageningen route. The committee organizes meetings and publishes news about the Valleilijn and related plans. | Rail Services → Railways 181 | citizen initiative 25 nuisance 94 | Ede → Lunteren 730 |
| voetgangersdomein.nl | Connie Bremer | The author, Connie Bremer, regrets the shrinking of pedestrian space in Amsterdam due to parked bicycles and increasing bicycle and car traffic on the sidewalk. The website contains photos taken in Amsterdam between August 12th and September 9th, 2011, to illustrate the problem and highlight the need for action. The author complains about careless bicycle parking and sidewalk cycling, stating that there is no understanding or apology when concerns are raised. | Social Issues & Welfare → Rights 384 | bicycle 2838 photo 7778 | |
| nowordsbutaction.nl | Citizen Collective No words, but action | The initiative is run by a citizen collective and provides information about developments and positions related to equality and anti-discrimination. The website researches and presents actions taken to realize the principles of equality and aims to prevent future cases of discrimination. Recently, attention has been given to criticism of racist statements made by Johan Derksen and the discussion about the role of social media (SNS) in promoting equality. | Law → Human Rights 510 | citizen initiative 25 equality 77 discrimination 116 action 384 society 1376 | |
| ankonevoorperspectief.nl | Ankoné voor Perspectief | In the late 1980s, the author and his partner moved to the Haarlem Frans Halsbuurt, where he had a conversation with a future neighbor. The conversation revealed that the neighbor was more concerned about the maintenance of foreign neighbors than he initially suspected, leading to a reflection on the principle of ‘postponing judgment’. This principle has later developed into an important way to approach people and societal issues and provide advice. | Social Issues → Inclusion 604 | principle 138 neighbor 158 diversity 492 maintenance 20093 | North-Holland → Haarlem 8674 |
| engagerotterdam.nl | Engage Rotterdam | Rotterdam is facing numerous challenges such as gentrification, inequality, and polarization, where existing systems are not adequately successful. Between October 9th and 12th, 2023, the first ‘engage 2025’ event will be held in Rotterdam Cool Zuid, marking the start of a movement for change. Engage is a movement bringing together various groups, including makers, residents, and entrepreneurs, to work together towards solutions for these problems and a better future. | Social Issues & Welfare → Social Issues 18544 | manifest 75 idea 2367 collaboration 16036 event 45199 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |