Businesses, researchers and knowledge institutes working on applied research have much to gain from connecting their research to the outside world, but might prefer working in the comfort of their lab. Meanwhile, lots of research ends up on shelves and may never find their way to those who can benefit from it: the companies.
On 30 May 2019, twenty-five diplomats and staff of the Royal Netherlands Embassy in Hanoi and Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City came together in coastal Ha Long Bay to kick-start the development of a Multiannual Country Strategy 2020-2023 for Vietnam. This document would also serve as a framework for the upcoming Annual Plans.
Helping young people to reintegrate into society and fighting poverty is not something every 24-year old will opt for. Maksym Mishalov states “Volunteering is a way of living and you need to be serious about it.” What motivates him to spend 6 months in Cambodia?
Building a strong team of 5 people living in 5 different countries can be tough. How do you assess them, recognising their individual strengths? Alumni Kate reveals how DISC makes the difference in her daily work life.
Hassan is a very devoted international fundraiser. His work is challenging him to have a structured approach in finding the right donors at the right time. But the haphazard way of working and the unclear involvement of other colleagues is tiring him out. Which tips can we give Hassan?