Talent for Good Fair 2025

Workshop Round 2 (14.15-15.15)

Working for Justice
In this workshop, you’ll explore the International Criminal Court and its mission to help put an end to impunity for the perpetrators of the most serious crimes of concern to the international community. Discover various career paths within the Court, gain insight into the application process, ask questions, and kickstart your international career journey.

Organisation
International Criminal Court

Host
Mariana Granja, Human Resources Assistant

How Volunteering Can Benefit Your Career
Application, interview, job offer — wouldn’t it be nice if getting a new job was always as simple as this? As internationals in this country, we not only have to beef up our marketable skills, we also need to redefine ourselves in this new environment.

Many job seekers overlook the value of volunteering for building relationships and career opportunities, as well as how it can be used to fill a gap in your CV. Whether you’re a student looking to enhance your resume, a professional seeking to broaden your skill set, or a career changer aiming to transition into a new field, this workshop offers valuable insights and practical strategies for leveraging volunteering experiences to bridge the gap to career success.

In this workshop, you will discover:

• how volunteering can fill a gap in your resume;
• how to leverage volunteering for career success;
• how to recognize hidden career opportunities;
• strategies to adopt when considering at which organization to volunteer;

Organisation
Volunteer The Hague

Host
Tetyana Benzeroual, Project Lead of Volunteer The Hague

Impactful Careers in the EU Arena
Curious about what it means to work with the EU? In this workshop, you’ll get an inside look at the diverse world of EU careers. Through our interview series, you’ll discover what working with the EU involves, the wide range of roles available, and the key skills you’ll need to kickstart your journey.

Organisation
European Impact (research group of The Hague University of Applied Sciences)

Hosts
Gijs Giesen, Researcher and Jelmar Bennema, Intern

Activism in Action: Empowering Change with AISD
The Amnesty Student Group dives into what it means to be both a student and an activist, and how young people can engage in human rights work in accessible and impactful ways.

Organisation
Amnesty Student Group

Workshop Round 3 (15.30-16.30)

Sustainable Business as a Force for Good
The workshop will present an opportunity to be involved in an express assessment of three listed companies from the point of view of Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) indicators.

The participants will learn about ESG metrics, gather the necessary data from the corporate sustainability reports and will be able to compare the companies in question with the largest companies of the world analyzed by Environment Europe Foundation. The true meaning of sustainability, the role of business models, regulation and transparency will be discussed.

Organisation
Environment Europe Foundation

Host
Dr Stanislav Edward Shmelev, Founder and CEO, Environment Europe Foundation

Discover EIB’s Impact PubQuiz
Discover the European Investment Bank’s impact by gaining insight into our activities and find out how our projects foster innovation, sustainability and economic resilience across Europe, including climate action, digitalization and social infrastructure.

In the second part of the workshop, you’ll take part in a fun pubquiz that will put your knowledge on impact investing to the test.

Organisation
European Investment Bank

Host
Chantal Schrijver, Head of EIB Group Office in The Netherlands

Local Impact & Entrepreneurship

PLNT
PLNT The Hague are an entrepreneurial hub where students, innovators, and aspiring founders come together to learn, experiment, and build.

Volunteer The Hague
A non-profit initiative that connects internationals with meaningful volunteer opportunities at local non-profit organizations.

RSM Erasmus
RSM is one of Europe’s top-ranked business schools, helping students, academics and people in business become a force for positive change.

KiCo
KiCo helps transform food ideas into future-proof, thriving businesses.

Rhubarb Effect
Rhubarb Effect strengthens teams and drives social impact through coaching, facilitation, and consulting.

Just Peace Festival
From 12 to 26 June, The Hague becomes an open forum for peace and justice—featuring talks, exhibitions, films, music, and more.

Holland Park Media
Holland Park Media are passionate content creators looking to help build your brand and online presence for a local or global market.

The Hague & Partners
The Hague & Partners inspires international visitors, businesses and conferences to come to The Hague.

Piero Gandini
Piero Gandini is a Motivator of Change & Strategist sparking the flames of change for individuals and organizations craving humane-centered transformations.

ImpactCity The Hague
ImpactCity supports entrepreneurs working on innovative solutions for a better world. It offers access to funding, networks, and international opportunities, connecting startups and impact makers to a vibrant ecosystem aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Democracy, Peace, & Justice

Europol
Europol supports EU member states in preventing and combating serious international crime and terrorism through intelligence sharing and coordination.

Initiatives of Change Nederland
Initiatives of Change is a global movement working for a just, peaceful, and sustainable world—starting with personal transformation.

International Criminal Court
The International Criminal Court is the world’s first permanent court mandated to investigate and prosecute individuals for genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and the crime of aggression.

FMS
Foundation Max van der Stoel (FMS) supports democratisation and fairer Dutch and EU policies towards the Global South, while fostering public debate in the Netherlands.

ICMP
The International Commission on Missing Persons (ICMP) is an intergovernmental organization tasked exclusively to work on the issue of missing persons.

ProDemos
ProDemos is the House for Democracy and the Rule of Law, helping people understand how democracy works and how they can make their voices heard.

The Hague Humanity Hub
The Hague Humanity Hub is a platform and community that connects and supports organisations working for a more peaceful and just world through collaboration, innovation, and knowledge exchange.

Redline Discovery
Through industry-leading consultancy, training and bespoke software solutions, RedLine Discovery strives to help businesses understand and interpret complex data to make the best use of capabilities and drive informed decision-making.

Female Ventures
Female Ventures is a non-profit organization that stimulates and supports ambition, leadership and entrepreneurship for women in corporates, SMEs and start-ups. Women supporting women who want to grow and take the next step in their career.

OSCE HCNM
The High Commissioner on National Minorities (HCNM) gets involved in a situation if, in his judgement, there are tensions involving national minorities which could develop into a conflict.

UNOY
UNOY is a global network of youth-led organisations working to build a world free from violence by empowering young people to lead peacebuilding and conflict transformation efforts.

Governance

VNG International
VNG International supports democratic local governments worldwide by strengthening their capacity to deliver inclusive, sustainable services and address global challenges like urban development, climate, and rule of law.

The Hague University of Applied Sciences
The Hague University of Applied Sciences equips students with practical knowledge and global perspectives to tackle real-world challenges through education, research, and innovation in an international learning environment.

OPCW
The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) works to eliminate chemical weapons worldwide and prevent their use, ensuring a safer, more secure world through international cooperation and verification.

European Investment Bank
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is the European Union’s lending arm, financing projects that drive sustainable growth, innovation, and climate action across Europe and beyond.

eu-LISA
eu-LISA supports the EU’s justice policies by managing large-scale IT systems in the area of freedom, security and justice.

Development & Humanitarian Action

OCHA
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) coordinates humanitarian action to ensure timely, effective, and principled response to crises, while advocating for the rights of people in need.

INSO
INSO provides frontline NGOs with real-time security support, analysis, and coordination to enable safer delivery of humanitarian aid in high-risk environments.

Equal Trade Alliance
Equal Trade Alliance (ETA) redefines global trade by championing justice, transparency, and shared prosperity—especially for African producers. ETA promotes Equal Trade as a step beyond traditional fair trade, advocating for economic equity and sustainable growth through fair compensation and balanced partnerships.

Dorcas
Dorcas works in vulnerable communities across Africa and Eastern Europe to provide relief, promote development, and advocate for justice—empowering people to flourish in times of crisis and beyond.

International Institute of Social Studies
Part of Erasmus University Rotterdam, ISS is a renowned international graduate school for policy-oriented critical social science, focusing on global development and social justice.

The HALO Trust
The HALO Trust is the world’s largest humanitarian landmine clearance organisation, working in post-conflict zones to remove landmines, unexploded ordnance, and other remnants of war, helping communities regain safety and rebuild their lives.

N’NINKIE
N’NINKIE is a community-led initiative that empowers African changemakers by promoting local knowledge, strengthening grassroots organisations, and fostering independent development beyond traditional aid models.

Mercy Corps
Mercy Corps is a global team of humanitarians working together on the front lines of crisis to create a more inclusive, resilient, and peaceful world.

Tech for Good

EviSafe
EviSafe develops smart mobile technology to prevent, detect, and stop domestic violence. Their apps offer safety, information, and support to victims—empowering them to break cycles of abuse.

ENCS
The European Network for Cyber Security (ENCS) is a non-profit organisation owned by grid operators, dedicated to improving cyber security in the energy sector through knowledge-sharing, testing, training, and consulting.

The Hague Tech
The Hague Tech is a technology community in the heart of The Hague region, where creative talent, businesses, government, and research institutions work together. Their aim is to fire up your tech ideas that will change society.

Nexills
Nexills empowers students to grow their careers through internships, jobs, mentorship, and skills development. It also helps startups efficiently connect with emerging talent.

Booz Allen
Booz Allen Hamilton is a global consulting firm providing services in management, technology, and engineering to solve complex challenges for governments, businesses, and nonprofits.

GreenAnt
By leveraging satellite monitoring and data, GreenAnt helps mitigate agricultural risk, improve financial access for farmers, and support climate-resilient, organic farming practices.

Human Rights

NGO DEI
NGO DEI is a non-profit organisation founded in Prague in 2021, now based in The Hague, dedicated to advocating for a free Hong Kong through arts and culture. They have organised over 100 events and supported more than 80 Ukrainian migrants in Europe, exemplifying their commitment to global solidarity.

Mercy Ships
Mercy Ships delivers free medical care and training to underserved communities through hospital ships, bringing hope and healing where it’s needed most.

Stichting Move
Stichting Move empowers children and youth from disadvantaged neighbourhoods through citizenship education, helping to reduce inequality and strengthen social cohesion.

Kosovo Specialist Chambers
The Kosovo Specialist Chambers are an international court based in The Hague with a temporary mandate to try war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in Kosovo between 1998 and 2000.

Immerse yourself in a transformative two-week program crafted to empower the next generation. Organized by human rights organizations in The Netherlands, this experience will delve deep into human rights issues, providing opportunities to turn theory into practice, engage with field experts, and earn an MDT certificate!