Welcome to IWC The Hague

Welcome from the President

Founded in October 1978, the International Women’s Contact The Hague is a social and cultural club with the aim of fostering contact and friendship between ladies from abroad and internationally-minded Dutch Ladies.

Today we have about 300 members from some 60 countries and our main language is English.

We are entirely run by volunteers and have non-profit status with the Dutch government. Our enthusiastic volunteers organize exclusive events, inspiring lectures, interesting excursions and many other activities.

The pandemic hasn’t stopped us completely! We’re continuing to offer a monthly lecture, physically (where possible) or via zoom. The lectures are held from September to June, usually on the second Monday morning of each month. The programming includes guest speakers and a variety of cultural presentations from different countries.

 LECTURES- EVENTS programmed in the current Club year:

 

September 2020 “100 years of the Ninfa Garden” presented by Dr. Azzurra Piattella

November 2020 “The Netherlands in the 21st Century” presented by Prof. Dr. Paul Schnabel

February 2021 “The discovery of a Rubens oil sketch “presented by Drs. Emilie den Tonkelaar

March 2021 “The female heart” presented by Dr. Elise Kessler

April 2021 “Towards a new balance of power in the world?” presented by Mr. Cees van der Laan

May 2021 “Hidden treasures” presented by Mrs. Nicole Uniquole.

June 2021 “Pest time and similarity with Covid time” presented by Mrs. Jeanne van der Stappen –  t.b.c.

 

Furthermore, about once or twice a week many other presentations and meetings on various topics are organized online by volunteers. In line with the Dutch government’s Covid-19 guidelines our walking group, gardening group and book club are still active!

If you would like to join us, please email our membership officer membership@iwcthehague.nl

 

Looking forward to meeting you.

 

Cristina Battistig-Nizzica

ad-interim President

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HUNDREDS OF MEMBERS

The club has about 300 members of various nationalities who share common time and interests in a relaxed and supportive environment.

MONTHLY MEETINGS

At our Monthly Meetings we get together for coffee followed by Lectures on a wide variety of topics presented by experts in their field to expand and inspire the mind.

OVER 40 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

In October 1978, Hanneke van Eekelen, the late Saramata Voorhoeve and the late Henriette de Lange came together with their experiences in an international environment and formed a committee of women of all ages to meet and welcome newcomers to The Hague.

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Arts and Craft Group

Monthly meeting of members who have an interest in craft as a hobby. Many workshops are organized to learn various techniques such as decoupage, porcelain painting, Tiffany glass and jewelry making. Art Lectures covering a wide variety of subjects and periods, and guided tours of special art exhibitions form a regular part of the year’s program of activities.

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Book Groups

The club hosts three book groups; English, and Dutch and Italian for non-native speakers. Each group meets to discuss the chosen books, and to improve language fluency and vocabulary in a positive and enjoyable way.

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Bridge

The bridge group meets once a month to play bridge in a friendly atmosphere. A separate beginners group includes lessons for a small fee per session.

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Evening Film Group

It’s fun watching and discussing films with friends. This evening event is for members and their partners. The film screenings take place once a month in Wassenaar Library (Bibliotheek), Langstraat 40. All those who have  registered will receive full details by email and at the Monthly Meetings.There is a nominal per film, to be paid in advance.

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Gardening Group

For all members who are interested in hands-on gardening. The only requirement is enthusiasm, as the group is ably guided by a landscape gardener. Everyone is welcome. We meet fortnightly on a Friday.

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Golf

Enjoy the many golf courses in The Hague with the golf enthusiasts in the Club. If you are interested in joining the IWC golf players, register at the Monthly Meeting. The group plays once a month. Cost: green fee.

Some of our activities

Our History

In October 1978,  Hanneke van Eekelen, the late Saramata Voorhoeve and the late Henriette de Lange came together with their experiences in an international environment and formed a committee of women of all ages to meet and welcome newcomers to The Hague.

IWC The Hague has been, from its birth to the present day, a very lively and harmonious Club, with various activities and interesting Monthly Meetings.

IWC honors the countless members who have dedicated so much of their time serving with energy, dedication and enthusiasm on Executive Boards, the many Committees organizing bazaars, food fairs, charity events and memorable jubilee celebrations. Truly a wonderful legacy for all the IWC members.

Club Historian

Diny van Herwijnen

Honorary Members

Founders of IWC The Hague
Mrs. Hanneke van Eekelen
The late Mrs. Henriette de Lange
The late Mrs. Saramata Voorhoeve

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