Humanity in Action Nederland

In 25 years of Humanity in Action Netherlands, we have watched young people be at the forefront of social movements. Our focus has been to foster knowledge to fuel their changemaking. To continue our work, we need your support now. Your donation will allow us to fund future programs for the human rights leaders of tomorrow. Donate today: https://bit.ly/3KivhLb

Bias to Balance: Building Awareness & Inclusion 🌍 One in ten employees feels discriminated at work. Bias to Balance is a training tailored to organizations and individuals to provide the tools to spot and prevent bias, fostering a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Let's help create work environments that are fair for all. Ready to make an impact? Book an HiA training today: https://lnkd.in/dfQaMTPy

While the Dutch colonial legacy is ever-present, few people are aware of where to look for it. This is also the case in The Hague, where numerous streets are named after colonizers, buildings were created from slave labor money, and a number of places housed anti-colonial activists. These sites, however, are not well-known. As their Fellowship Action Project, 2023 Amsterdam Fellow Nicchelle Buyne developed poetry workshops titled 'Colonial Traces' to increase awareness among citizens of The Hague regarding the city’s colonial past and ever-present symbols that only help perpetrate patterns of racism.

October 10 is World Mental Health Day. In our rapidly-changing world, young people increasingly feel powerless, which impacts their mental health. Anxiety is fueled by concerns about the state of the world and a lack of vision to turn their ideas into action. ‘Social Youth Leadership: from Ideas to Impact’ inspires and motivates young people to become socially active. 'Social Youth Leadership' allows participants reflect on the issues that matter to them and learn how to turn their concerns into actionable steps. The workshop provides tools and strategies to transform ideas into concrete projects with tangible results, empowering youth to make a meaningful impact in their communities with confidence. “I learned to start doing. I can take up a lot of time intellectualizing the world’s problems, but here I needed to take action." - (Fellow 2024) Book a Humanity in Action training today: https://lnkd.in/dfQaMTPy

One in five employees feels discriminated against in the workplace. Humanity in Action training 'Bias to Balance: Building Awareness and Inclusion' equips participants with essential insights to recognize and prevent discrimination in the workplace. An opportunity to expand your awareness and contribute to a more inclusive and equitable work environment. Book a Humanity in Action training today: https://lnkd.in/dfQaMTPy

Over the summer, I completed the first step of my fellowship at Humanity in Action. I had the opportunity to coexist and collaborate with individuals driven by a moving commitment to social justice and human rights. With a focus on the role that colonialism and white supremacy continue to play in both national and international spheres, our cohort actively engaged with experts on the socio-political and legal issues of the past and present. I would like to particularly acknowledge Dr. Dina Zbeidy, whose lecture and panel discussion on settler colonialism in Palestine does not cease to inspire reflection and admiration in me. Throughout this fellowship, the persistent discrepancies between law and justice have become hauntingly clear. Formal legal systems often reinforce societal power structures while presenting themselves as gateways to justice, fairness, and equality. This reality manifests in various forms, from ethnic and gender-based discrimination to the criminalisation of poverty and the mistreatment of immigrants and refugees. It is in this light, and with the invaluable support of Humanity in Action Nederland, that I am conducting my Action Project, the People's Advocacy Network. This project aims to create a collaborative space for marginalised groups to share experiences, legal resources, and advice, empowering individuals and communities that often lack access to legal support and enhancing the law's fundamental role as a tool for justice. Crucially, this is not a one-woman job. I am looking to involve law students and experts, public interest and pro bono legal agencies, experienced activists, digital specialists, and more. If your interests and experiences align with the project, or if you simply would like to know more, feel free to reach out.

Is your organization looking for ways to foster diversity and inclusion? Does it wish to improve productivity and safety? Or create tangible tools for social action? Book a Humanity in Action training today! We will gladly share our expertise with you. Humanity in Action Netherlands brings in 25 years hands-on experience in creating educational programs on social justice and inclusivity. The trainings we currently offer are: 👉 Bias to Balance: Building Awareness and Inclusion 👉 Social Youth Leadership: from Ideas to Impact 👉 Brave spaces: Engaging in Difficult Dialogues 👉 Social Media and Visibility for NGOs and Activists Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/dfQaMTPy

Het 4e Jongerenteam weekend nam afgelopen weekend plaats in Rotterdam! Dit weekend zijn we de (koloniale) geschiedenis van de stad ingedoken en hebben het Belvédère Verhalenhuis Rotterdam en het Wereldmuseum bezocht. Het was het laatste inhoudelijke weekend en zijn erg benieuwd naar alle actieplannen die de volgende keer worden gedeeld! 💫

Humanity in Action Nederland needs your help 👉 We ask you for a donation to help us continue making a significant impact on issues like democracy, human rights, and open dialogue! Help us keep our Fellowships going, in which we educate youth about human rights and inclusivity. You can double the impact by making a donation. Once we reach €7,500, a generous donor will match that amount. How can you contribute? ➡ Make a donation: https://lnkd.in/eF7nu5eD ➡ Share this post with your friends, family, and network.  ➡ Book or Promote a HiA Training. Check out our training offerings: https://lnkd.in/dfQaMTPy Your support means the world to us!

Join us for a little visit of the #Democracy Fellowship Action Academy! 16 Fellows met in Berlin to explore key questions around the theme of democracy and the politics of memory: 👀How do historical narratives shape present-day political discourse and decision-making? 🌎How do the politics of memory influence today’s political landscapes? ✏️How can we support leaders who strengthen democracy and foster community building? To learn more about the program, visit https://lnkd.in/ezgu8ZwV.