Want to win big with the Dutch Nationale Postcode Loterij? Learn how to secure funding from one of the world’s largest private donors — and the leading example of trust-based philanthropy. This two-day training reveals how the lottery works: how to position your organization, build a compelling case, and avoid common mistakes. Boost your confidence […]
The Citizen Participation and Inclusive Governance course is designed for professionals working on participation, inclusion and social accountability processes. We encourage participants from national, regional and local governments, NGOs and donor and development organisations to apply. After this course, participants will receive a professional certificate of completion from The Hague Academy for Local Governance. *Professionals […]
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 […]
Did you know that the United States has a $592,50 billion philanthropic market? This number is not only stunning, but it is also constantly growing by $10 billion each year. How to unlock this market? Training overview Even though the US fundraising landscape has changed a lot recently, there are plenty of funding opportunity […]
Introduction Governments across the globe are increasingly recognising the potential of digitalisation for the improvement of public services, government transparency and communication with citizens. Yet digital transformation is not only about installing new technologies. It requires institutional readiness, informed policy choices and a culture of innovation. At the heart of this process lies the need […]
Thrive Platform is excited to welcome Sarah Feid, Account Manager at The Hague International Centre, the official arm of the Municipality of The Hague (Gemeente Den Haag) that helps internationals feel at home and navigate their journey in Den Haag. Sarah will be facilitating a special training titled: “Building a New Life in The […]
Closing a chapter Over the past three years Partos has facilitated the DEI trajectory, a series of powerful sessions centring on reflection, dialogue, and action around DEI and anti-racism. Together, we have explored how exclusion and racism manifest within our organisations, and how we can take intentional, collective steps to dismantle them. Years after […]
Photo by USGS on Unsplash Introduction How a country organises its finances shapes how local authorities govern their cities, towns, and villages. Fiscal decentralisation gives local governments greater authority to decide how and where to allocate resources, enabling them to better respond to citizens’ needs. For decentralisation to succeed, national governments must establish clear […]
Europe offers strong fundraising potential for international NGOs—if you know how to navigate it. This one-hour session explores key success factors for attracting European funding, including EC grants, major foundations, and Dutch government frameworks. We’ll touch on available opportunities, but focus on what it takes to become structurally successful. Each participating NGO is also invited […]
The world is under pressure: war on Europe's borders, millions of people displaced, and a climate crisis that is having a profound impact everywhere. Right now, the government is choosing to cut back on international cooperation. Cutting back on this is shortsighted and unjust! The Netherlands is not an island. Development cooperation is an investment […]
Are you an international living in the Netherlands and preparing to vote for the first time? Join us on Wednesday, 15 October 2025, at 18:30 in The Hague for a one-off educational event designed to help internationals better understand the Dutch voting process. For many newcomers, reliable, accessible information about voting in the Netherlands can be hard […]
Photo by Ermir Hoxhaj on Unsplash Introduction The world is facing many water-related challenges, including shortages, pollution, flooding, and unequal access to safe drinking water. Climate change is making these problems worse, threatening people’s safety, economies, and the environment. Local governments and communities are at risk from droughts, floods, and other water disasters. In the […]
This meeting is under Chatham House Rule. About the event Driven by shifting power dynamics, the global order is becoming increasingly multi-polar. The multilateral order is eroding, and there is a growing disregard for international humanitarian law and human rights. Funding for humanitarian action is confronted with drastic cuts after 15 years of upward financing. […]
Introduction Designing and delivering training in international contexts presents unique challenges. Trainers work with diverse groups with varying experience, cultural backgrounds, and expectations. This requires a flexible, inclusive approach. In our Training of Trainers course, we explore these challenges and provide practical strategies to address them. We cover the full training cycle – from needs assessment to […]
Save the date for the Just Peace Open Day 2025! Have you ever walked past an impressive building in The Hague and thought, "I wonder what goes on inside there?" On September 21st, a large number of famous buildings and institutions in The Hague will open their doors! Stroll through the corridors of power, take […]
Photo by Jose Antonio Gallego Vázquez on Unsplash Introduction Because of globalisation and decentralisation, economic development has shifted from large-scale national plans to territorial bound local plans known as Local Economic Development (LED). LED allows localities to plan and implement their economic development through a representative and participative forum that can build on existing economic […]
Photo by Markus Spiske on Unsplash Introduction Corruption is a fundamental cause of poverty, conflict, and state fragility. It undermines a state’s ability to effectively deliver public services, uphold the rule of law, and foster a conducive business environment. Furthermore, corruption presents a significant obstacle to sustainable economic and social development. Research has consistently demonstrated […]
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