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The running of the wolves

“The wolves are running again.” So said John Masefield in his Christmas classic The Box of Delights. Now environmentalists and animal lovers alike are opening their own box of delights with the reintegration of wolves to the wilds of the Netherlands.

Positive parenting: Families with special needs children

Joining a support group is one of the most proactive steps you can take to managing a significant challenge in your life. Whether you’ve newly arrived in the Netherlands or you’ve lived here for twenty years, developing connections with others who understand your situation is...

Expat mums relaunching their career

Raising a family and pursuing a career can be a real challenge for expat mums. Relocation with children to a new country needs time and energy, while often your career aspirations pause during the transition. Yet once everyone in the family is happy and settled...

ACCESS won the trophy for highly commended Relocate Awards 2019

ACCESS – its Board, community of volunteers, past and present, as well as its Partners and Patrons are walking proud knowing we, together, as an organisation, have won the trophy for highly commended  2019 Relocate Awards in the ‘Excellence in Employee & Family Support ‘category....

The Teacher Who Teaches Teachers

This interview details the challenges international families face when trying to understand and integrate into the Dutch education system. The author addresses language, the unique needs of international students/families, and how these needs are addressed by Dutch schools and teachers.