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On 24 June, the FMS board appointed Bert Koenders as its new president. A farewell was bid to Manuela Monteiro who had been FMS president for the past six years.
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Migration policy from a labour perspective
With elections less than nine months away, most political parties are busy writing their election manifestos. So too is the Labour Party. From the Foreign Affairs Committee, the memorandum "A PvdA migration policy from our labour perspective" was written and submitted. Because migration is of all times and therefore a fair migration policy based on facts and an approach per migrant category that does justice to each group is needed. What do you think the next cabinet's migration policy should look like?
FMS Portrait Series: Diaspora in Focus with Kiza Magendane
As FMS, we value our collaboration with people from the diaspora. It provides diverse perspectives and indispensable insights. Through the 'Diaspora in Focus' portrait series, we want to introduce you to some of the people we work with. And in case you've known them for a long time, maybe you'll come [...]
FMS Portrait Series: Diaspora in Focus with Kiza Magendane
Kiza Magendane: writer, knowledge broker and also our partner of the annual Africa Day. Curious about his views on diaspora inclusivity or know where he gets his inspiration?
Internship at the FMS: Anique, Vera, Eva and Hester talk about their internships
Will you be joining us as an intern from September? We are then looking for three interns: Democracy; Research and Advocacy; and Communication and events. Does this sound like you? Then send us your cover letter and CV by 7 June at the latest.
'Communications & Events/Africa Day' intern: Hester!
Hi, I am Hester and joined the FMS at the beginning of this year as an Africa Day intern. After completing my bachelor's degree in International Studies in the Netherlands, I left for Scotland and graduated with a master's degree in Africa and International Development.
'Democracy' intern: Eva!
My name is Eva and I have been interning at FMS as a 'democracy' intern since February. I completed my bachelor's degree in International Studies with a focus on Russia and Eurasia at Leiden University. Recently, I graduated with an MSc. in Political Science: International Politics. In addition, I am currently writing my thesis for my second master's in International Relations: Global Conflict in the Modern Era. Because of my fascination with international politics and human rights, I decided to apply for the democracy internship. Here I had the chance to expand my knowledge about Russia and Eurasia and get to know a relatively new region for me; the MENA region.
'Communication & Events/Africa Day' intern: Vera!
I am Vera Kaldenberg, and am now in the fourth year of my bachelor's degree in European Studies at The Hague University of Applied Sciences. I chose the public specialisation that focuses on European policy and international relations. Because of my fascination with the African continent and my intrinsic motivation to work for a fair world for all, I joined the FMS as an addition to the Africa Day team.
Romania in corona time: as of 15 May, things are loosening up again
When a state of emergency was declared in mid-March and the president started ruling by military ordinance (because that was now the term), many a Romanian became distressed. It was agreed that strict measures would only help if they were firmly enforced. With the state of emergency expiring on 15 May, people are holding their hearts.
