Tag: community

7 Tips for making friends in Amsterdam (even if you’re new here)

Moving to Amsterdam is exciting, but let’s be honest, making friends in a new city can be a little daunting. Whether you’re here to work, study, or just enjoy the Dutch lifestyle, finding “your people” takes a bit of effort, but it’s totally doable. Here are 7 practical, fun, and friendly tips to help you …

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Laughing students during a Field Trip

Enhancing language learning through social health at Koentact

At Koentact, we recognize that learning a new language isn’t just about memorizing words and grammar rules—it’s also about making meaningful connections. Research underscores the vital role of social health, the well-being that stems from our interactions with others, in our overall health and happiness. Just as physical and mental health are crucial, so too …

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Volunteering with Buurtbuik: Learn Dutch & cook for the community

At Koentact, we always seek unique and meaningful ways to help our students practice their Dutch while connecting with the local community. Therefore, we would like to introduce you to Buurtbuik, an incredible organization that combines these goals by saving food from waste and sharing it with the locals. Volunteering with Buurtbuik is a fantastic …

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