Before You Relocate

• Death & Mortality in The Netherlands

  What happens when the death of a loved one strikes while you are in a foreign land? This episode seeks to unravel the practicalities of this by speaking to Winnie Ingolo, who walks us through the processes involved around the death of a spouse. We also speak to Dr. Sibert Mandenga, the Executive Director of Diaspora Insurances - a company which specialises in funeral related payouts for Africans living in the diaspora. For more information and details related to your personal insurance cover please contact them by visiting their website at https://diasporainsurance.com Other links https://www.fashionhightea.eu/en/ [email protected]

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• Long-term Residence in The Netherlands : Permanent Residency and Citizenship

  This episode comprises two sections, where we will look into various aspects of long term residency in The Netherlands. Our first guest is Caroline Akoth Pouw, who is a Dutch citizen of Kenyan descent. She is the founder of Fashion High Tea, a platform that aims to bring together the diverse cultures in the Netherlands using a social platform to network, exchange ideas and do business. Details about Fashion High Tea can be found at https://www.fashionhightea.eu Our second guest is Danielle Snaarthost, who is an immigration lawyer currently working with Everaert Advocaten Immigration Lawyers. She advises on, and assists with matters concerning Dutch and European immigration law and Dutch citizenship law such as Dutch citizenship, permanent residence, family reunification and Labor migration. Danielle can be contacted at https://www.everaert.nl/mensen/danielle-snaathorst/ Please note that if you have any specific questions regarding your own immigration status, please contact the Immigration and Naturalisation Service (https://ind.nl/nl) for further insights. Alternatively, contact a qualified and licensed immigration lawyer to help with any legal issues. This podcast is purely for educational/information purposes and is not to be construed or implied as legal advice.  Other links mentioned in this podcast: African Women in Europe: https://africanwomenineurope.eu/ Caroline Instagram: https://instagram.com/allthings.carol/ Fashion High Tea Instagram: https://instagram.com/mindbeautysphere/

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• Au pair programme in The Netherlands

  An au pair is a helper from a foreign country working for, and living as part of, a host family. Typically, au pairs take on a share of the family's responsibility for childcare as well as some housework, and receive a monetary allowance or stipend for personal use. It is becoming a popular means for young people to experience the culture in The Netherlands. In this episode, Mercy and Nimo help unravel what the programme is all about. Nimo runs a YouTube channel that covers topics on travel, lifestyle, migrating to Europe, life in Europe, and general tips and tutorials on Living in Europe. Find her on YouTube at Nimo Mama Keon & Jarik https://www.youtube.com/@nimomamakeonjarik/featured Mercy Muga is an experienced in helping au pairs and host families find a match. She can be contacted through LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mercy-m-82881a23/

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• Divorce in The Netherlands

  Stella Njeri Wanyoike, a single mother in The Netherlands, takes us through the practicalities around divorce. Having gone through one herself, she details what someone going through a divorce in The Netherlands needs to pay attention to. Stella helps us navigate the non-emotional side of divorce in order to understand what the real-life practicalities are regarding this process. Stella usually speaks at events targeting immigrants and expatriates, with the idea that they can learn from her experience. Although no longer an active social worker, she may be contacted on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/stella.njeri.wan

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• The Dutch Job Market

  In this episode, Caroline Wacheke Murigi-Kruijer, a career coach based in The Netherlands, helps us navigate the job market. This episode will explore the different types of work permits, visas and contracts. Caroline can be contacted on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-wacheke-murigi-kruijer/ or at her website at https://invisible-talent.com

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