Netherlands

Felix Meritis Foundation

National Network
Netherlands
Address

Keizersgracht 324
1016 EZ Amsterdam
Netherlands

Telephone
31.20.6262321
Fax
31.20.6249368
E-Mail
Joanneke.lootsma@felix.meritis.nl
Organisation Type
Public/Private Non-Profit Foundation
Fields of Activity
  1. Arts
  2. Democracy and community development
  3. Environment/Sustainable development
  4. International/Cultural relations
  5. Youth and education
General Information
Felix Meritis, European Centre for the Arts and Science, employs around 80 people full-or part-time. FM runs an informal (inter)national network of over a 100 partner organisations which contribute to the programme presented all year round. The main funding is modest (City of Amsterdam) whereas publishing houses, arts and festival organisations, independent NGO’s, media agencies and educational organisations and many other contribute with the organisation of debates, festivals, conferences, concerts, television recordings, an international exchange programmes and s summer University. Main partners: Amsterdam-Maastricht Summer University, Max WagenerStichting, Amsterdam Dance Event, City of Amsterdam, World Press Photo.
Mission and Objectives

Felix Meritis, European Centre for the Arts and Science, wishes to reinforce and stimulate the relationship between the arts, science, education, media and commerce.
Felix Meritis plays an important in the (inter)national public debate in order to enhance the role of the individual so that the civil society may develop in freedom.

Main Projects / Activities

Forum Amsterdam, Berliner Konferenz (Berlinerkonferenz.net), Gulliver Connect (www.gulliverconnect.org), Amsterdam-Maastricht Summer University (www.amsu.edu), the People Network, Cafe Europa, Cafe Cultuur Prijs, and many others!

Contact (1) Full Name
Joanneke Lootsma
Head of the organisation
Linda Bouws

Fondema

National Network
Netherlands
Address

Laan van Meerdervoort 70
2517 AN The Hague
The Netherlands

The Hague
Netherlands

Telephone
+ 31 654 304 841
E-Mail
Director@fondema.nl
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Fields of Activity
  1. International/Cultural relations
General Information
Fondema is a NGO as a apolitical and non-religious organisation working towards a renewed dialogue among Europe, the Middle-East and Africa through business facilitation, cultural projects and networking. The organisation exists of a Staff, a Honorary Committee and a Board of Trustees.
Mission and Objectives

Fondema seeks to encourage cultural, artistic and economic exchanges. Its ambitious mission is to advance understanding between North and South by developing cultural initiatives, fostering international cooperation, and promoting and managing shared programmes together with partners from Europe, the Middle East and Northern and Sub-Saharian Africa.

Main Projects / Activities

For example: Children's Books Market, International Market, networking with embassies.

Contact (1) Full Name
Eveline J. A. van Tinteren-America

Foundation MomC | Music of many Cultures

National Network
Netherlands
Address

Bloemgracht 127 hs
1016 KK Amsterdam
Netherlands

Telephone
+31 (0)20 6241132
E-Mail
mail@MomC.nl
Mobile Phone
+31 (0)6 16646375
Organisation Type
Public/Private Non-Profit Foundation
Year of Establishment
2008
Fields of Activity
  1. Others
General Information

G U I D A N C E   -  A D V I C E  -  FUNDRAISING Foundation MomC | Music of Many Cultures is for musicians and music projects. M u s i c i a n s Personal guidance and advice of musicians with attention to practical approach, focusing profiling, positioning and presentation. M u s i c   P r o j e c t s Guidance and advice to create, compose, writing, planning and fundraising of music and music educational projects. MomC’s activity field is that of non-Western musicians and their music cultures. And musicians with a non-Western repertoire. P U R P O S E Performance & Experience MomC | Music of many Cultures is a non-profit foundation. Goal is the promotion of performance and experience of non-Western music as integral component of Dutch and European music culture. MomC intends to accomplish this goal by promoting and guidance of initiatives and activities of musicians, performing as well as educational, and of music and music educational projects in this field. F O C U S Field of Attention & Experience MomC’s field of attention is the non-Western music in all its appearances in The Netherlands/Europa and with this related the rich sources of musical movements and musical talents. Focus is on the musical crossovers between the different music cultures. MomC is experienced with guidance and advice to musicians, and to research, design, development, realization and fundraising of music and music educational projects and musical performances. For more information: www.MomC.nl/en

Mission and Objectives

Foundation MomC | Music of many Cultures <> For Musicians & Composers <> Guidance and advice for music projects, including fundraising. From design project plan up to and including final project plan. See: www.music-of-many-cultures.nl

Main Projects / Activities

See: www.momc.nl/en/activities

Contact (1) Full Name
Dr Anton Molenaar
Job Title
Musicologist, Chairman
Head of the organisation
Dr Anton Molenaar

Free Press Unlimited

National Network
Netherlands
Address

Weesperstraat 3
1018 DN Amsterdam
Netherlands

Telephone
+31 20 8000 400
E-Mail
fmuller@freepressunlimited.org
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
2011
Fields of Activity
  1. Democracy and community development
  2. Human rights
  3. Media
General Information

Free Press Unlimited works to ensure that reliable news and information are and remain available to people across the globe. Particularly people in countries where there is little to no press freedom. By supporting local media professionals and journalists, Free Press Unlimited helps to enable as many people as possible to gain and keep access to the information they require to survive and develop. Free Press Unlimited works around the globe: Free Press Unlimited is active in over forty countries, in those areas where we can make a difference. In these areas, Free Press Unlimited focuses on strengthening the capacity of local media professionals and media organisations. Together with these partners, we create room for people to speak freely, debate social issues and find out what is going on in their immediate environment. In each area, we work together with local journalists, media pioneers and media organisations – who can bring change. Free Press Unlimited supports these change agents in the development of their knowledge and skills.

Mission and Objectives

Free Press Unlimited strongly believes that all people are entitled to have access to unbiased, reliable and timely information. This enables them to assess their own living conditions, influence these and make the right decisions. Freedom of the Press and Freedom of Information are vital for gathering and spreading reliable, unbiased information. Media play a crucial role in providing people free and unrestricted access to information that can help them develop and monitor the authorities. Free Press Unlimited wants to make and keep objective news and information available to everyone, especially to people in countries without or with limited (press) freedom. By supporting local media professionals and journalists, Free Press Unlimited wants to help people gain and keep access to the information they need to survive and develop.

Main Projects / Activities

Radio Dabanga is radio station in exile for Sudan. Not by choice, but out of necessity. The government of Sudan persecutes, intimidates and muzzles independent journalism. That is why Dabanga operates from Amsterdam, supported by Free Press Unlimited. The radio station reaches over 2 million peopel every day, a sign that the only reliable news coverage of the country is appreciated. Moreover, for many, it is a lifeline, the only source for quality information on safety, health, food and politics. With the support from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), we run a program in Syria, aiming to ensure that media can provide reliable, independent and critical reporting for people in Syria. Free Press Unlimited offers the 8 partner organisations tailor-made training, workshops and masterclasses, depending on their needs and long-term strategy. The courses take place in neighbouring countries; for journalists in Syria we give online training in journalism skills and (digital) safety. In Iraq, we are working together with a coalition of civil society organisations for the safety of journalists. To encourage the Iraqi government to take action against the impunity for violence against journalists, media, civil society organisations and politics must form a united front. That is not easy in the extremely divided Iraqi society. Still, Free Press Unlimited and UNESCO booked an important lobby success in 2017. As a member of the United Nations, Iraq is obliged to make known how many journalists have been murdered in the country every year. And what judicial action has been taken to find the perpetrators. In 2017, Iraq reported on this for the first time. With the fellowship program “Youth Women in Community Media and Journalism”, women from rural parts of Bangladesh were trained to become journalists. With their reports these women give a voice to all women in Bangladesh and they bring attention to the problems of the population in rural areas. The women each received a three-months training, in cooperation with 14 community radio stations in Bangladesh.

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

Free Press Unlimited has a strong support base in the Netherlands and is very committed to operate in network to increase organizational learning, institutional cooperation and create synergies.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

Free Press Unlimited fully supports the objectives of the Anna Lindh Foundation and would like to cooperate it further our common goals and objectives.

Contact (1) Full Name
Frank Muller
Head of the organisation
Leon Willems

From the South

National Network
Netherlands
Address

Kerkstraat 256 huis, 1017HA
Amsterdam
Netherlands

Telephone
0031206247151
E-Mail
mansourihassouna@yahoo.fr
Mobile Phone
0031621877422
Organisation Type
Individual Person
Year of Establishment
2010
Fields of Activity
  1. International/Cultural relations
General Information
European association. the board is composed of three members. shairman, tresorer and General Secreary
Mission and Objectives

promotion of intercultural dialogue.

Main Projects / Activities

Workshops, conferences, publications,....

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

insure a better presence and visibility.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

To be in touch with other organisation having the same goals.

Contact (1) Full Name
Hassouna Mansouri
Head of the organisation
Hassouna Mansouri
Contact (2) Full Name
Thierno Ibrahima Dia

Gangmakerij

National Network
Netherlands
Address

pretoriusstraat 2
leiden
Netherlands

Telephone
0626718572
E-Mail
chiaravdberg@gmail.com
Organisation Type
Public/Private Non-Profit Foundation
Year of Establishment
2011
Fields of Activity
  1. Democracy and community development
General Information
De Gangmakerij is a collective of heart-working people in Leiden
Mission and Objectives

We want to make the world a better place and stimulate: entrepreneurship, innovation, inspiration and the giveconomy. We also want to help people to follow their heart.

Main Projects / Activities

We organize diffrent activitities and events.

Contact (1) Full Name
Chiara vd Berg
Head of the organisation
Chiara vd Berg

Generations of Changemakers

National Network
Netherlands
Address

Westeinde 101
2512 GW The Hague
Netherlands

Telephone
31685673667
Telephone (other)
31685673667
E-Mail
bharathn7@gmail.com
Mobile Phone
31685673667
Mobile Phone (other)
31685673667
Organisation Type
Public/Private Non-Profit Foundation
Year of Establishment
2000
Fields of Activity
  1. Youth and education
General Information

Our dream is to see a world with more humanity, with more connections among people, with more of sharing and creating hope for everyone We believe that changemakers (Youth Organizations, NGOs, Donor Agencies, and Individuals) across all generations can bring effective changes by first connecting to their authentic values, working together, sharing the passion to empower and enabling local people to act.

Mission and Objectives

OUR MISSION Support young changemakers to sustain their passion to bring positive changes in their countries by building their capacity and connecting them to experienced changemakers! We aim to create a platform for generations (current young, experienced and individuals) of changemakers across the globe to be inspired and complement each other in creation of a better future

Main Projects / Activities

Bridge the Generations gap of changemakers to change within and work together for a better future- is our vision. We believe changes are possible by changing within and sharing responsibilities. Enabling Local Youths to Act Reducing Competition for Funds Supporting Youth Organizations to sustain their passion to bring about positive changes

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

Our aim and motivation join the network is to stay in contact with member organizations and work together to bring about positive changes where it is needed. Thus we will be active with the Network, also share our learnings to inspire the fellow members as well as to be inspired by their impact stories. We will be there for ALF Network whenever they need us.

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

As a start up organization, it will be great to work with experienced organizations. Being in contact with a group of organizations will keep us motivated and inspired. As ALF Network is recognized with the number of members, inspiring projects and support for the network it is an opportunity to be connected to the network.

Contact (1) Full Name
Bharath Nataraj
Head of the organisation
Bharath Nataraj

Global Teenager Foundation

National Network
Netherlands
Address

Hoflaan 36, 6953 AM Dieren, The Netherlands
N/A
Netherlands

Telephone
+31 (0)313 - 412028
E-Mail
bob@globalteenager.org
Organisation Type
Non-Governmental Organization
Year of Establishment
1998
Fields of Activity
  1. Youth and education
General Information
The Global Teenager Project connects students globally by sharing web based classroom discussions in a safe and structured environment. It gives schools a kick-start in the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). It also provides students with a strong basis in communication skills and valuable insights into other cultures. Finally, it livens up the teaching process as teachers incorporate new ideas and methods into their classes and allow students to take a higher level of ownership in learning.
Mission and Objectives

The Global Teenager Project (GTP), initiated and co-funded by IICD, offers thematic Learning Circles to Elementary, Secondary and Vocational schools, including Special Needs Education. Founded in 1998, GTP offers collaborative global learning to over 16.000 students in 40 countries, in the following six languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Dutch and Arabic. GTP Learning Circles are offered twice a year, including themes based on the Millennium Development Goals.

Main Projects / Activities

Bijeenkomst Studiereis Passend Onderwijs, Nijkerk - Workshop Suriname SO/PO/VMBO/VSO, Leiden - No one should think alone, Opleiding ICT-Coordinator Bijeenkomst 2, Nunspeet - Dr. A. Verschoorschool, bijeenkomst Studiereis Passend Onderwijs, Utrecht - Opleiding ICT-Coordinator 2012-2013 Bijeenkomst 1, etc.
Nijkerk - GTP introductie Workshop 13 sept
Zoetermeer/ Amsterdam - Kennisnet Summerschool+

Contact (1) Full Name
Bob Hofman

Goethe-Institut Niederlande

National Network
Netherlands
Address

Goethe-Institut Niederlande
Herengracht 470
1017 CA Amsterdam
The Netherlands

Amsterdam
Netherlands

Telephone
0031 20 5312900
Telephone (other)
0031 20 5312906
Fax
0031 20 6384631
E-Mail
krystian.lada@amsterdam.goethe.org
E-Mail (2)
directie@amsterdam.goethe.org
Mobile Phone
0031 634 404 830
Organisation Type
Public Institution
Year of Establishment
1968
Fields of Activity
  1. International/Cultural relations
General Information
Structure: - 4 departmens: Cultural Programmes, Information & Library, Administration, Language Department; each with one head employee - number of employees: 17 Budgetary resources available in a year: 680.000 Euro Main partners: Botschaft der Bundesrepublik Deutschland Den Haag, EUNIC Netherlands, SICA, Duitsland Instituut, Genootschap Nederland Duitsland, Spui 25, Auswärtiges Amt
Mission and Objectives

The Goethe-Institut is the Federal Republic of Germany’s cultural institution operational worldwide.
We promote the study of German abroad and encourage international cultural exchange. We also foster knowledge about Germany by providing information on its culture, society and politics.
With our network of Goethe-Instituts, Goethe Centres, cultural societies, reading rooms and exam and language learning centres we have played a central role in the cultural and educational policies of Germany for over 50 years.
We promote and convey the German language as a key qualification for education, employment and understanding. It is many people’s link to Germany. We strengthen the position of the German language within the diversity of foreign languages and set quality standards for teaching German as a foreign language worldwide.
We provide access to knowledge and information about Germany and present our country’s cultural phenomena, positions and experience throughout the world. Conversely, we take advantage of the opportunities offered by intercultural dialogue to bring important developments from other regions of the world to Germany.
We promote an understanding of Europe at a global level and develop common European perspectives. Within Europe, multilingualism and an awareness of European citizenship are essential for closer unity.
Our mission:
- to contribute to the general understanding and communication between different cultures
- to encourage international cultural cooperation
- to convey an all-round image of Germany by providing information on its culture, society and politics

Main Projects / Activities

We realise interdisciplinary projects in a spirit of partnership and cooperation, which generate long-lasting effects. Our worldwide network stands for high quality and direct contact. We combine over 50 years of continuity with change and innovation in order to overcome new challenges.
We foster the principle of respectful cooperation both within the institute and with others. This means: appreciation of achievements and commitment, taking up responsibility, sensitivity in our interactions, openness and critical faculties.
Goethe-Institut sets internationally recognised standards in the teaching and learning of German as a foreign language. It runs language courses, compiles teaching materials, trains teachers, contributes to scientific research and participates in politicolanguage initiatives.
Goethe-Institut monitors trends in Germany and encourages cultural collaboration across the globe by organising programmes of events and making contributions to various festivals and exhibitions in the fields of film, dance, theatre, literature and translation.
Libraries and information centres, forums for discussion, diverse print-, audio- and video-publications and our visitors’ service aim to paint a contemporary portrait of Germany, promoting international discourse on the key concerns of what is becoming an increasingly global society.
Together with our local partners we plan and organise the following:
- Conferences, colloquiums, symposiums, lectures, readings and workshops
- Concerts of classical and contemporary music, jazz, pop, rock and hip-hop
- Music masterclasses
- Exhibitions
- Film screenings
- Television and radio seminars
- Performances of ballet and dance
- Theatre productions.
The extent, cost and organisation of these events vary according to topic and location. However, expert seminars covering a number of objectives carry the same weight as prestigious large-scale events.

Contact (1) Full Name
Krystian Lada
Head of the organisation
Dr. Joachim Umlauf
Contact (2) Full Name
Dr. Joachim Umlauf

GREAT THE HAGUE (grassroots renewable energy advocate Team The Hague)

National Network
Netherlands
Address

Laurens Reaelstraat 59,
2595 XK The Hague Holland
Netherlands

Telephone
+31687623361
E-Mail
ola@ojodugrassroots.com
E-Mail (2)
ola.olajide1@gmail.com
Organisation Type
Public/Private Non-Profit Foundation
Year of Establishment
2018
Fields of Activity
  1. Democracy and community development
  2. Environment/Sustainable development
  3. Human rights
  4. International/Cultural relations
  5. Research
  6. Youth and education
General Information
We promote awareness on issues of climate change and environment through screening free movies, documentaries or other educational videos in collaboration with climate activists. Attendance is free to community members.  Snacks and drinks is free based on online registration. Attendees are welcome to engage in dialogue regarding the climate change and environmental topics. Dialogues may be recorded for research purposes.
Mission and Objectives

Our Mission - Social Developments
We are facilitating a space in whichcommunities worldwide can make their own informed decisions concerning their environment and social development.
 
Our Vision
To protect and improve the environment worldwide from the grassroots as a valuable asset for the people.
 
To protect our people and the environment from harmful effects of pollution and strive for fossil free urban life and renewable energy for  communities.
 
Our special focus is to the food-energy nexus, as an inter linkages between energy access and other Sustainable Development Goals, and the latest trends and developments in bio energy.
To focus on strategic and programmatic direction to help Ojodu grassroot community accelerate deployment of renewable energy, water and sanitation and in doing so, meet climate goals, boost the local economy, and increase energy access and social security. 
To strengthen economic planning and SDG's implementations and steer grassroot communities across the globe towards sustainable development path.
To run programmes in support of grassroot resident co-ordination.
To connect grassroot communities in the European Union with global movement to solve the root causes of poverty, marginalisation, problematic issues of refugee influx and environmental pollution.
To highlight resources rights in food sovereignty, sustainable livelihood and economic justice.
To bring awareness to popular communication trainees, political education and global solidarity on environmental and climate change awareness.
To create the GREAT (Grassroots Renewable Energy Advocate Team) Global community. 

Main Projects / Activities

Lunch and learn Events
We treat attendees to a vegan high tea while our youth engages them in educational presentations about the climate and environmental issues at the same time.
The aim of this initiative is to foster discussions and increase awareness.
Movie Weekends
We promote awareness on issues of climate change and environment through screening free movies, documentaries or other educational videos in collaboration with climate activists.
Attendance is free to community members. 
Snacks and drinks is free based on online registration.
Attendees are welcome to engage in dialogue regarding the climate change and environmental topics.
Dialogues may be recorded for research purposes.
Buddy programs
Youths of different countries come to share with each other, their knowledge and concerns about their own regions through the medium of video conferencing.
The aim of this program is to bridge the gap between youths of different countries from different social and economic backgrounds to connect and together learn about each other’s environment and climate related issues.
Sustainable Lessons
Conducting workshops and developing curriculums and books on importance of environment, climate, sustainability and renewable energy geared towards promoting an eco-friendly way of living.
The aim of this program is to increase the presence of sustainable living and environment related studies in the regular curriculum of the educational institutions.

How can you contribute to the Network in your country?

By promoting and sharing the awareness of the good work of ALF foundation and Or Hosting ALF awareness dialogue in my community. And contribute to uplifling the Good work ofALFfoundation

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

I believe in ALF foundation Vissions, Aims, Objectives and Goals.

Contact (1) Full Name
Olayinka Olajide
Job Title
Chairperson
Head of the organisation
Ola Olajide
Contact (2) Full Name
Madhuri Meelee
Job Title (2)
Global project Director