Shape Your Vote: Municipal Edition

Dutch Municipal Elections: What are they? Can I vote? How do voting and elections even work in The Netherlands? Find out during this event!

Are you an international living in the Netherlands and preparing to vote for the first time? Get informed on the Dutch voting system!

Join Global Shapers and Stem op een Vrouw on Wednesday, 11th of March 2026, at 18:30 in The Hague for a one-off educational event designed to help internationals better understand the Dutch voting process.

For many internationals, reliable, accessible information about voting in the Netherlands can be hard to find. This session will provide clear, neutral, and practical guidance so you can feel more confident about casting your first ballot.

You’ll gain insights into:

• Who can vote
• How the voting process works in practice
• An introduction to the Dutch political system and its parties—presented in an accessible, non-partisan way
• Practical tips and resources for first-time international voters
• Whether you’ve recently gained the ability to vote or are simply curious what your voting rights are as an international, this is a great opportunity to get informed, ask questions, and connect with others in the international community who share your experience.

Why attend? Because every vote counts—and with the right knowledge, your voice can make a real difference.

This event is especially aimed at first-time international voters in The Hague and beyond.