Working visit to the Ministry of VWS for PhD students

Working visit to the Ministry of VWS for PhD students

November 18, 2026 | 12:00 – 17:00 | Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport | Parnassusplein, Den Haag

ABOARD and DEMPACT are jointly organising this working visit to the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport (‘VWS’) for PhD students.

During this afternoon in The Hague, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the ministry. Among other things, you’ll discover how policy is formulated in relation to dementia, long-term care and care for older people.

Programme

12:00 – 13:00 – Arrival & lunch

13:00 – 14:15 – Welcome, introduction to VWS & the National Dementia Strategy

14:15 – 14: 30 – Break

14:30 – 16: 00 – Interactive workshop

16:00 – Closing

16:30 – Drinks

Registration

Registration is open until November 4, 2026. You can register by sending an e-mail to dr. Heleen Hendriksen (projectmanager ABOARD).