| kitlv.nl | KITLV | The website provides information about the institute's mission, research lines, history, collections, people, and ongoing projects. Current activities include offering fellowships, internships, and vacancies, as well as hosting events and publishing news updates. A specific project highlighted is the TASTE project, investigating taste transformations in South Africa, Suriname, and Sri Lanka, currently seeking a postdoctoral researcher. | Research & Academia → Academic 215 | caribbean 33 fellowship 53 research 8967 news 15293 | |
| materialculture.nl | Research Center for Material Culture | The RCMC facilitates research collaborations between museum staff, national, and international researchers, focusing on the museum’s collections, practices, and their connections to global issues. The center organizes public events and supports research fellows, exploring themes related to ancestral memory, reparative healing, decolonization, and contemporary craftsmanship. The RCMC operates in collaboration with three Wereldmuseum branches – Amsterdam, Leiden, Rotterdam, and Nijmegen – each contributing unique perspectives and resources to its research and outreach activities. | Visual Arts → Museums 2049 | tradition 736 museum 2002 collection 7566 research 8967 event 45199 | |
| cultuurmonitor.nl | Cultuurmonitor | The Cultuurmonitor offers an overview of trends and developments, compiled and maintained by the cultural sector itself. The website includes an annual report with a comprehensive perspective and the latest data from the domains and themes. A database and dashboard provide access to a large dataset of indicators about cultural life in the Netherlands, with domains resembling cultural disciplines. | Economics → Industry 12 | cultural sector 39 domain 1811 report 4551 data 5872 | |
| cultuurconcreet.nl | Cultuur Concreet | The organization bridges the gap between the lives of Rotterdam residents and the systems of the municipality and institutions. Cultuur Concreet supports over one thousand hyperlocal cultural initiatives annually through cultural coordinators in various city districts. In addition to support, Cultuur Concreet offers advice to organizations and policymakers and organizes various theme-related information and resources. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhoods 1028 | institution 245 initiative 1297 neighborhood 2424 culture 3922 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| waardevancultuur.nl | Boekmanstichting | The Brabant culture monitor, ‘Waarde van Cultuur’, provides an overview of the most important developments in the Brabant cultural sector and will be fully published online in 2024. The monitor is based on a database of indicators about cultural life in the province and is made accessible via a dashboard that can quickly find relevant data. In addition to the monitor, there is a magazine with illustrative examples and facts and figures about the sector, available in physical form and online. | Infectious Diseases → COVID-19 98 | indicator 58 dashboard 1374 magazine 2182 | Netherlands → North-Brabant 73341 |
| utrechtmemorystudies.nl | Universiteit Utrecht | The forum focuses on exploring complex histories of memory cultures and the impact of memory practices in both international conflicts and potential resolutions. Recent events hosted by the forum include a conversation with Sharon Macdonald and Ann Rigney on the intersection of heritage and memory, an excursion to the House of European History in Brussels, and a report on a ‘Representing Violent Pasts’ workshop. The forum also publishes edited volumes like ‘Redefining Reparations’ and ‘Memory and the Language of Contention’ focusing on historical and contemporary memory studies. | Specialized History → History of The Middle East 14 | heritage 818 conflict 1290 memory 1641 publication 2018 event 45199 | South-Holland → Wassenaar 1372 |
| jeroendekloet.nl | Jeroen de Kloet | The website details several recent and past events, including a book publication with Palgrave, a talk at Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, a workshop at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and a presentation at the 2022 Beijing Winter Games. Jeroen de Kloet’s work explores themes related to Chinese contemporary art, censorship, digital intimacies, and the impact of China's rise on international events like the Winter Olympics. The site also lists various activities and affiliations, such as research, writing, teaching, speaking engagements, media appearances, and creative projects. | Arts → Performing Arts 1376 | talk 20 conference 763 writing 1504 research 8967 book 11396 workshop 19325 | |
| jnnk.nl | Jenneke Harings | Jenneke Harings provides consulting services in the areas of art, culture, and cultural policy, supporting cultural institutions and non-profit organizations. She works as an advisor, program leader, and interim manager for various organizations, including the municipality of Venlo and the municipality of Arnhem. In 2024-2025, she is a lecturer in Culture & Politics and is working on projects such as assessing cultural subsidies for the municipality of Nijmegen. | Municipalities → Policy 607 | cultural policy 10 program management 79 interim management 1193 consulting 3639 research 8967 | Gelderland → Arnhem 8680 |
| susanne-koster.nl | Niet vermeld | The article discusses how romantic expectations have changed due to cultural, social, and technological factors, particularly the rise of platforms like sugardaddy dating. Traditional gender roles have had an impact on relationships, with a shift towards more equality where women have become financially independent and men are opening up to emotional roles. Modern romantic expectations emphasize communication, collaboration, shared responsibilities, mutual respect, and the ability to support each other's ambitions, in addition to a focus on freedom and individual development. | Humanistic Approaches → Relationships 1877 | equality 77 boundaries 546 ambition 576 freedom 848 relationship 4205 communication 10162 | |
| schoolcultuur.nl | schoolcultuur.nl | The author describes his doctoral process, including delays caused by waiting for feedback from a scientific journal on his article. He shares experiences with submitting articles to different journals and the procedures involved, such as the prohibition on simultaneous submissions. The author gives presentations and workshops on cultural change, learning, and organizational development, and has started a company to monetize his knowledge. | | cultural change 16 organizational development 160 journal 294 article 6000 | |
| keefman.nl | Huub Beijers | The cultural formulation emphasizes the impact of cultural factors on the symptoms and experiences of psychiatric disorders. The Cultural Interview, originally developed by Hans Rohlof in 2000, has been revised by Simon Groen and is available in various forms for different healthcare sectors. The website offers access to versions of the Cultural Interview on which the website author has collaborated. | Medical Care & Services → Psychiatry 756 | formulation 51 sector 1332 interview 1371 diagnosis 1490 culture 3922 | |
| cultural-ai.nl | Cultural AI | The lab investigates the intersection of AI and human culture, exploring both the application of AI to cultural understanding and the use of humanities knowledge to improve AI technology. A core focus is addressing cultural biases within data and AI technology, as well as designing AI systems aligned with ethical values. Cultural AI is an initiative led by VU University Amsterdam and can be contacted via v.de.boer@vu.nl. | Data Science & Analytics → Artificial Intelligence 1831 | ethics 119 ai 2181 culture 3922 data 5872 technology 6816 | |
| bluepapers.nl | Blue Papers | The journal publishes thematic issues, courses, and announcements, and offers access to past and current issues. The article ‘Icons as a Tool to Connect Water Practices, Functions and Values across Space and Time’ discusses the development of icons to represent various aspects of water management and its associated values. The preface highlights the upcoming COP30 climate conference in Belém, Brazil, and expresses concern about the international community's progress towards environmental sustainability. | Earth Sciences → Hydrology 10 | icon 93 journal 294 heritage 818 water 2501 culture 3922 | |
| re-presentingeurope.nl | Re/Presenting Europe consortium | The consortium focuses on examining the impact of colonialism and slavery on contemporary society and generating more accurate representations of diverse communities. The website covers themes such as education, sports, urban arts, and hip hop, recognizing these areas as significant sites of misrepresentation. The website includes news, events, research updates, and a blog, showcasing the consortium's activities and ongoing projects, including a new newsletter format and podcast. | Politics & Governance → Political Science 114 | representation 100 diversity 492 podcast 3328 newsletter 6504 research 8967 education 13471 | |
| migrantourutrecht.nl | Migrantour Utrecht | The organization believes that sharing personal stories is crucial for building connections and understanding diverse perspectives. Migrantour Utrecht offers guided walking tours and workshops designed to foster intercultural dialogue, promote cultural heritage awareness, and broaden participants’ understanding of shared humanity. The company regularly provides free monthly tours for Utrecht residents and partners with the local government for these initiatives, aiming to connect people from diverse backgrounds. | Tourism → Guided Tours 74 | inclusion 360 tours 1048 community 7931 story 8285 workshop 19325 | Netherlands → Utrecht 48901 |
| gerlovvanengelenhoven.nl | Leiden University Centre for the Arts in Society (LUCAS) | Gerlov van Engelenhoven is an assistant professor at LUCAS, where he conducts research on postcolonial memory, law and culture, and cultural interaction. He presents episodes of the video podcast 'Unboxing: Uitgepakte Verhalen' in collaboration with Museum Maluku, discussing intangible heritage with members of the Moluccan postcolonial diaspora. In 2024, he will collaborate with a team of researchers (including Dr. Tom Frijns, Loretta Lau, Michelle Piergoelam and Finn Maätita) on a series of interactive performances during the Lowlands Science Festival. | Study Programs → University Programs 100 | diaspora 24 heritage 818 podcast 3328 performance 7586 research 8967 | |
| cultureledoelgroepenmodel.nl | cultureledoelgroepenmodel.nl | The Cultural Target Group Model is designed to gain more insight into cultural audiences and stimulate participation, and offers segmentation methods based on life stage, demographics, socio-economic characteristics, media use, and cultural interests. The model divides the Dutch audience into three main groups (Intensive, Medium, Light) and 11 specific Cultural Target Groups, such as Cultural Omnivores and Local Leisure Enthusiasts. The website provides information about the application of the model for cultural organizations and policymakers, including practical examples and data about the target groups. | | target group 578 policy 2149 data 5872 | |
| metro54.nl | Metro54 | The website describes Metro54 as a multifaceted space—a ‘cypher’—that functions as a celebration, a memorial, and a hub for diverse activities including performances, conversations, and workshops. Over the past year, the space has grown into a vibrant community center focusing on diasporic street culture, inheritance, solidarity, sound, and artistic creation, and it recently received funding from the Mondriaan Fund. Metro54 actively supports Palestine and emphasizes critical engagement with cultural narratives and social struggles. | Culture → Cultural Travel 421 | palestine 34 gathering 394 space 3846 culture 3922 community 7931 | |
| cultuurmonitorgelderland.nl | Culture and Heritage Monitor of Gelderland | The monitor contains a database with indicators about cultural life in Gelderland. The dashboard offers access to this data and enables quick retrieval of relevant information. The monitor analyzes cultural, social, and economic capital in the province, with cultural capital focusing on infrastructure, offerings, and proximity of cultural facilities. | Municipalities → Policy 607 | indicator 58 capital 152 dashboard 1374 culture 3922 data 5872 | Netherlands → Gelderland 67015 |
| goldenblues.nl | Golden Blues | The website conveys the message that many people, despite having a successful career, do not feel at home in their lives and relationships. Transcultural coaching is offered to process these feelings of alienation and create a sense of home. The website describes offerings including e-books about cultural change in teams and coaching and training focused on inclusion and personal development. | Anthropology & Sociology → Anthropology 63 | cultural change 16 family history 126 coach 25810 | |
| theodorusjohannes.nl | Theodoor Adriaans | The website highlights a collaboration between the TextielMuseum, ContourdeTwern, and Stadsmuseum Tilburg, focusing on the exchange of knowledge and the connections formed through textile work by women from diverse cultures. ‘Community Dressing,’ a documentary series, investigates contemporary fashion consumption through the lens of Dutch national costumes, examining their historical context and social significance. The website also features a selection of jewelry from various Dutch museum collections, showcasing pieces from both historical and contemporary eras, accessible through the ‘Sieradenmuze’ platform. | Crafts → Embroidery 624 | costume 500 ritual 506 textile 1421 fashion 2212 jewelry 4599 community 7931 | North-Brabant → Tilburg 8759 |
| pentekst.nl | PenTeksT | The bureau offers services such as writing articles, web texts, letters, and advertising, as well as the editing and research of existing texts. PenTeksT emphasizes capturing language in compelling images through photography. The company aims to bridge the gap between text and reader, with a focus on reaching the audience with feeling and attention. | Writing → Copywriters 632 | feeling 364 audience 901 editing 1338 text 2467 image 2605 article 6000 | |
| punkstudies.nl | Punk Studies | In 2020, two Dutch punk enthusiasts, inspired by a scholarly conference in Indonesia, established a Dutch affiliate of the Punk Scholars Network (PSN), collaborating with experienced members and a webmaster from a Dutch punk information site. The Dutch PSN has successfully organized three events: a webinar on Punk and Venues (jointly with a Denmark/Germany affiliate), a conference focused on Women in Punk in the Netherlands, and the launch of the book ‘Punks Listen’ featuring Dutch contributors. Punk Studies was founded to encourage and organize scholarly research on punk, combining academic lectures with film screenings and live music performances, and fostering international collaborations with similar organizations like the KISMIF conference. | Art Management & Sales → Art Associations 52 | lecture 1624 research 8967 network 11123 event 45199 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| bronwereld.nl | Bronwereld | The website explores concepts of connection, strength through self-development, and the role of ceremonies in human life. It offers various ceremonial practices including Runes of Wisdom, The Solar Wheel, Sweat Hut Ceremonies, Shaman-Chi-Gong, Wedding Ceremonies, Child Ceremonies, Vision Quest, and Farewell Ceremonies. The website emphasizes the importance of rituals and traditions, both individually (such as habits and ritual actions) and within societies, recognizing the value of communal rituals and addressing challenges in an individualistic society. | Spirituality → Rituals 212 | self-development 241 feeling 364 ritual 506 tradition 736 ceremony 824 connection 4007 | |
| kusaktankusaga.nl | Stichting Generatie op generatie | The foundation organizes meetings and networking events to centralize the Turkish-Dutch identity and serves as a bridge between different generations. It offers training and coaching focused on challenges such as language gaps, political awareness, and empowerment, as well as support for educational and professional development. The foundation also documents and preserves the cultural heritage of Turkish Dutch people and promotes cooperation with other minorities and communities.” | Organizations → Society 767 Events → Conferences & Meetings 5381 | generation 156 heritage 818 meetings 1011 identity 1028 awareness 1735 | South-Holland → Capelle aan den IJssel 1616 |
| ceesdevaan.nl | Cees de Vaan | Cees de Vaan has over 40 years of experience as a driving instructor and emphasizes quality, professionalism, and flexibility. Students can choose between individual lessons or packages with or without theory, and can utilize the VBR certification. Potential students can contact to discuss their options. | Traffic Management → Traffic 589 | theory 956 driving lessons 2453 instructor 3126 certification 3380 student 7623 | Heusden → Haarsteeg 90 |
| iamair.nl | IAMAIR | IAMAIR’s primary goal is to create innovative experiences within cultural institutions by co-creating narratives with artists and performers, fostering connections between these institutions and diverse communities. The agency challenges traditional power dynamics in cultural institutions by positioning artists and audiences as key knowledge creators, aiming to bridge the gap between culture and society. IAMAIR utilizes site-specific role-play performances to blur the lines between fiction and reality, encouraging spontaneous engagement and research within cultural spaces. | Performing Arts → Performance Art 198 | narrative 119 audience 901 artist 5745 performance 7586 | |
| kdan.nl | Kenya Diaspora Association Netherlands | KDAN aims to foster social, economic, and cultural connections between Kenyan expatriates in the Netherlands and their homeland. The organization provides resources, support, and information related to immigration, welfare, and cultural cohesion amongst its members. KDAN actively promotes integration, unity, and prosperity for Kenyans in the Netherlands through various initiatives, including membership, events, and donations. | Humanitarian Organizations → International Organizations 734 | immigration 127 welfare 140 netherlands 1376 culture 3922 community 7931 membership 10442 | |
| djalabaar.nl | Djala Baar | Djala Baar, as a third-generation Indo, explores themes of nostalgia, memory, and identity in her work, stemming from a personal connection and observation of the people around her. The ‘Taman Indonesia’ project by Djala and her husband Henk is a tangible representation of Andrea’s memories of Indonesia, symbolizing many more stories of comfort, sadness, and nostalgia. The project connects Andrea’s personal search for recognition with the transmission of memories from generation to generation, emphasizing that this happens not always through direct conversation, but through experience and feeling. | Journalistic Visuals → Documentary Photography 84 | nostalgia 92 comfort 1473 memory 1641 family 6462 photography 9503 | |
| ennuwijpodcast.nl | N.V. | The podcast series examines the backgrounds and identities of second-generation Rotterdam residents, exploring diverse origins and age groups. Rotterdam is presented as a multicultural society, with migrants who have considered the city a new haven for decades. Sherill Samson, a second-generation Rotterdam resident, interviews city residents and contemporaries to explore their shared experiences and differences. | Entertainment → Podcasts 1067 | podcast series 15 migrants 55 generation 156 identity 1028 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| trafficmum.nl | Saliou Traore | Saliou Traore’s project investigates how people respond to obstacles in public spaces, focusing on tolerance, behavioral patterns, and everyday life. Drawing on his experiences in Burkina Faso and the Netherlands, Traore contrasts the assertive, potentially angry reactions to obstacles in his homeland with the more tolerant approach observed in the Netherlands. The project involved a walk in De Pijp, Amsterdam, on April 22nd, with a group of participants highlighting the significance of pushchairs as a form of transport. | Dance → Choreography 26 | tolerance 17 choreography 105 obstacle 204 netherlands 1376 culture 3922 transport 6105 | Amsterdam → South 1488 |
| emergenceglobal.nl | Research Institute for Interculturality | The website features research projects focusing on intercultural science, theories, and models such as those developed by Dingemans & Janssen, GLOBE, Schwartz, Trompenaars, Geert Hofstede, Kluckhohn and Strodtbeck, Edward and Mildred Hall, Clyde and Florence Kluckhohn, Erin Meyer, and Lewis. It offers a range of resources, including publications, educational materials, and a Culturetest, alongside services for trainers, keynotes, and team information. Ultimately, the institute strives to promote a world where intercultural understanding and education are integral to education and training, leading to conflict avoidance and a more peaceful global approach. | Anthropology & Sociology → Sociology 454 | theory 956 research 8967 education 13471 | |
| culturalmotion.nl | Cultural Motion | The bureau was founded by Linn Borghuis and Frank Meijer and provides multidisciplinary solutions to clients. Cultural Motion focuses on creativity, curiosity, and connection, and has expertise areas such as intangible heritage, international heritage cooperation, and digital heritage. The bureau recently conducted an assessment for the Surinamese Museum in Paramaribo to guide future plans and the development of museum policy. | Historical Sites → Monuments 1027 | heritage 818 assessment 1205 concept 3338 research 8967 network 11123 | |
| freedomcollectivenijmegen.nl | Freedom Collective | The website describes the organization’s mission to promote the coming together of diverse cultures through events. Core values emphasized include freedom of expression, respect for others, and a focus on sociable and creative engagement. The website features introductions to the team, details about upcoming events, and a contact form for inquiries and sign-ups. | Organizations & Foundations → Community Groups 14 | respect 254 freedom 848 culture 3922 event 45199 | Gelderland → Nijmegen 9384 |
| nieuwenatuurlijkheid.nl | NieuweNatuurlijkheid | The author argues for a 10-year timeframe to restructure societal responses and foster collaboration, advocating for a 'responsive and Awake Mindset'. It introduces a model developed by Professor H van Praag, drawing on five cultural traditions (Western Scientific, Shamanistic, Indian-Tibetan, Biblical-Koranic, and Japanese-Chinese) to understand the diversity of human consciousness. The core of the website’s argument revolves around establishing a coherent ‘Self-concept’ that is aligned with contemporary knowledge and deep time structures of consciousness, recognizing the interconnectedness of past, present, and future. | Philosophy → Existentialism 40 | consciousness 238 mindset 782 time 932 model 3546 culture 3922 | |
| secmo.nl | Foundation for Education, Culture and Migration Research | SECMO, a non-commercial foundation based in Waalre, Netherlands, operates primarily through grants and focuses on organizing training events, developing projects, and conducting research. The foundation’s staff possesses experience in European-funded projects such as Gruntvig, Comenius, and TEMPUS, indicating a history of collaborative international endeavors. The website’s purpose is to provide information about the foundation’s activities and initiatives concerning education, culture, and migration. | Counseling & Therapy → Psychoanalysis 51 | migration 349 culture 3922 research 8967 education 13471 | North-Brabant → Waalre 565 |
| acee.nl | Amsterdam Center for European Ethnology | ACEE focuses on the interdisciplinary study of cultural practices within the Netherlands and Europe, considering their social, historical, and geographical contexts. Research utilizes historical and comparative approaches, incorporating methodologies from ethnology, anthropology, and history, often focusing on seemingly ordinary aspects of daily life. The center explores the impact of globalization, unification, and other societal shifts on concepts like identity, heritage, and everyday experiences, examining how communities respond through rituals, traditions, and new forms of expression. | Anthropology & Sociology → Anthropology 63 | globalization 21 heritage 818 culture 3922 research 8967 collaboration 16036 | Gelderland → Arnhem 8680 |
| intocultures.nl | Intocultures | The website aims to create an environment where the richness of diversity is utilized and everyone can thrive. Intocultures has expertise in cultural sensitivity and offers training and courses in this area. The organization provides services for both Dutch-speaking and international audiences, with a broad perspective on diversity. | Social Issues → Diversity 441 Social Issues → Inclusion 604 | sensitivity 197 diversity 492 communication 10162 training 28133 | |