Online workshop: Voting for the House of Representatives elections
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Together with Stichting AaRDE and WE organisation, VluchtelingenWerk Nederland (VWN) is organising an online workshop for people with a refugee background about the political elections. Accessible explanations, practical tips and space for questions; just in time for the House of Representatives elections on Wednesday, 29 October.
Who is the meeting for?
The course is for new Dutch citizens, people with a residence permit and people still in the asylum procedure. And for anyone who wants to learn more about politics in the Netherlands.
Everyone is welcome to join. You do not have to speak perfect Dutch.
Together with Stichting AaRDE and WE organisation, this workshop is organised by
The workshop is in several languages
The workshop is in Dutch, English and Arabic. Translators will be present.
Why participate?
• Learn your rights: understand the basics of politics in the Netherlands.
• Use your vote: learn how to vote and talk to politicians.
• Easy and in several languages: online, with plenty of time for questions.
Workshop programme
18:30 - 18:40 Welcome and explanation of languages.
18:40 - 19:30 Explanation: What do the House of Representatives and the Senate do and how does voting work?
19:30 - 19:40 Break.
19:40 - 20:40 Q&A with Michiel Kruyt (political contributor).
20:40 - 20:55 Short quiz with 10 easy questions.
20:55 - 21:00 Conclusion and helpful links.
Questions
Have questions? Send an email to: