Project Updates
SDG 1 and 2 presented to Member of Parliament
24 May - By Claudia de Laaf
Participation in practice: study visit by the Union of Municipalities of Turkey to the Netherlands
02 May - By Mathijs Kuppen
Closing Conference of the Shiraka Algeria Programme
28 Apr - By Neila Akrimi-Kemperman
DANWADAAG Retreat 28-29-30 March
06 Apr - By Maxime Smeets
Kick Off DANWADAAG and SDLG Somalia
06 Apr - By Maxime Smeets
VNG International News
New Director
VNG International is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Pieter Jeroense as our new Director from the 9th May 2022. As Director, Pieter will provide leadership to our…
Dutch administrators spoke with Ukrainian delegation on reconstruction of Ukraine
On 21 April 2022, members of the Ukrainian Parliament Maria Mezentseva, Olena Khomenko and the Mayor of Melitopol Ivan Fedorov visited the Netherlands. On behalf of the Embassy of…
We Are Able! at the Global Disability Summit 2022
This year, the Global Disability Summit (GDS) took place from 16 - 17 February 2022. We Are Able! has contributed to the event on both days, as a guest speaker during the WeThe15…
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Karim Boussak
“If you stumble, make it part of the dance! “
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Annick Duit
“Every day is a new adventure, always see the happy side and enjoy! “
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Evelyn Scholte
“A little progress each day adds up to big results “
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Volkert Doop
“When our work helps local leaders together connect and formulate solutions to security issues, is very inspirational. I believe that creating a safe living environment is at the core of good local government. “
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Arthur Wiggers
“Everywhere in the world there are people working for positive change through local government. Are you one of them? I find it extremely rewarding working with you. “
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Robert Meerman
“I find it inspiring to work on system change in developing countries by strengthening local governance. It takes time, patience and perseverance to achieve meaningful impact and i find it very important to develop good personal relationships. “
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Maxime Smeets
“The inclusion of both local authorities and communities in the process of change is a core strength of the IDEAL programme and VNG International in general. I am sure this is the only way to create a sustainable impact. Moreover, it gives me the opportunity to learn from as many different people as possible. “
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Jessie Post
“While local governments and governance stand central in our work - its the people that we work with which make all the difference. “
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Caroline Herouan-Guy
“No development nor peace can be achieved without the active participation of local actors. Inclusion is the key to prosperous communities. “
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Miriam Collaris
“For me, the most important aspect of good local governance is the involvement of citizens. Only this can show the real needs of the community, needs that cannot be ignored. “
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Karim Boussak
“If you stumble, make it part of the dance! “
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Annick Duit
“Every day is a new adventure, always see the happy side and enjoy! “
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Evelyn Scholte
“A little progress each day adds up to big results “
-
Volkert Doop
“When our work helps local leaders together connect and formulate solutions to security issues, is very inspirational. I believe that creating a safe living environment is at the core of good local government. “
-
Arthur Wiggers
“Everywhere in the world there are people working for positive change through local government. Are you one of them? I find it extremely rewarding working with you. “
-
Robert Meerman
“I find it inspiring to work on system change in developing countries by strengthening local governance. It takes time, patience and perseverance to achieve meaningful impact and i find it very important to develop good personal relationships. “
-
Maxime Smeets
“The inclusion of both local authorities and communities in the process of change is a core strength of the IDEAL programme and VNG International in general. I am sure this is the only way to create a sustainable impact. Moreover, it gives me the opportunity to learn from as many different people as possible. “
-
Jessie Post
“While local governments and governance stand central in our work - its the people that we work with which make all the difference. “
-
Caroline Herouan-Guy
“No development nor peace can be achieved without the active participation of local actors. Inclusion is the key to prosperous communities. “
-
Miriam Collaris
“For me, the most important aspect of good local governance is the involvement of citizens. Only this can show the real needs of the community, needs that cannot be ignored. “