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How can I find the right job vacancy?

As a newcomer it is a great challenge to find work in the Netherlands. You likely will not be able to find a job right away. To help you along the way a bit, the editorial team at New to the Netherlands has selected a number of videos which might be able to help you in finding a job. Today: How can I find the right job vacancy?
Divorce in the Netherlands

Example: you want a divorce from your partner. How does that work in the Netherlands and does it make a difference if you are a newcomer?
"Meet The Other" Festival

Many newcomers do not feel welcome in the Netherlands. That became obvious following a discussion with the initiators of the “Meet The Other” festival which will begin on 18 December in Utrecht. New to the Netherlands spoke with two of the organizers of the festival: “That newcomers do not feel welcome usually comes from the media which publishes too much news about angry people who want to accept fewer refugees.” However: in “real life” there are a great number of people who really want to organize something to help these “new Dutch,” as they are called.
Preparing for your job interview

Yes! Your letter of application and your resume have been well received by the employer. You are being invited to come for a job interview! You must be well prepared for this. How do you do that?
"Ghiath Show" Radio program

It’s real and it’s there! The first radio program in Arabic on Dutch radio, can you believe that? Every Monday afternoon you can listen to the radio program The Ghiath Show on SALTO radio. He receives guests and talks with them about everything that might interest newcomers in the Netherlands. Last Monday, I, Besan Zarzar, was his guest to talk about our website “New to the Netherlands”.
This is what you can do with your vacation allowance

At the end of the month of May the time will be here: then you will receive your vacation money! Of course you can save this money. But you can also spend it on nice things, like going on vacation!
What does the Christian Spring Festival look like?

In the week before Easter there are special things happening on the days leading up to this celebration. Every day there will be bits of the story of Jesus' death and resurrection told. This week is called the "Silent" or the "Good Week". Palm Sunday, White or Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Silent Saturday are all part of what is called the Christian Spring Festival. What does that look like? Watch this video:
Living in the city of Amsterdam

Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands and has 838.338 residents. At one time Amsterdam was a small village by the Amstel River. More and more ships kept coming to the harbor and with that trade blossomed and lots of people came to live there. The city grew very quickly. Curious about how Amsterdam began? Watch the video!
Starting over abroad

Some of the Dutch dream about building a new life somewhere abroad. Other Dutch people just do it. They buy a house (often in ruins) in another country and start a bed & breakfast. The program Ik Vertrek (I'm Leaving) follows them in their adventure, so that we can have a look too.
Almere

Almere is located in the province of Flevoland. It is a young city with modern and new buildings. It is a polder, in the other words: Almere is built on reclaimed land.
What does the Tax Department do?

The Tax Department collects taxes that must be paid by civilians and businesses in the name of the central government, such as income tax, corporate tax and vehicle tax. To collect these taxes the Tax Service has special powers. For instance, the Tax Department can seize your salary.
Don't miss it: the Top 2000

Wouldn't it be nice to spend the week of Christmas listening to music with all of your friends? And imagine doing this not only with your friends, but with the entire country! More than 11 million people in the Netherlands listen every year to the Top 2000 on NPO Radio 2. And we understand why!
Dutch youths are using a lot of drugs

The young people in the Netherlands are using a lot of drugs compared to other European countries. In the age group 15 to 34 the use of xtc (mdma) and amfetamines in the Netherlands in 2015 was the highest in Europe.
4 Problems (and solutions) that you can encounter during the Ramadan in the Netherlands

The Ramadan is a special month for Muslims from all over the world. Not only because it is the month of fasting for Muslims. Also the atmosphere that comes along with this makes the Ramadan a very special experience. But it is a bit different to celebrate the Ramadan in the Netherlands! Different food, little or no family… Happily New to the Netherlands has some good tips to help you get through the month of fasting in this new country. Hopefully you will still be able to enjoy yourself a bit!
Here In Holland: Podcast for internationals about the Netherlands

How do you start a business in the Netherlands? And would you like to learn about volunteers who help expats to settle down in the Netherlands? Or do you want to simply listen to all these on your mobile phone while taking the train or riding your bike?
Municipalities do more than you think!

You might think that it is very normal that children in the Netherlands go to school, that the trash is collected, that there are places to park your car and that new neighborhoods are built. But municipalities have much more responsibilities.
Who defends the Netherlands, the NATO?

We hear the word NATO nearly every day on the news, but what does the NATO actually do and how did the NATO come into existence?
The Netherlands, mill country

The Netherlands is known for its beautiful mills! There are more than 1100 working mills in the Netherlands. Mills are powered by water and wind. In the Netherlands, people use the mills to produce flour, oil and paint. In addition, mills are also used to lift (pump up) water.
Police in the Netherlands

Many newcomers have little faith in the police due to bad experiences in their home countries. When you hear that children in the Netherlands want to become a professional soccer player or a police officer, you will understand that many of the Dutch have a very different view of the police. They ensure your safety in the Netherlands.
Get ready for Carnival!

Do you live in the southern part of the Netherlands? If you do, then you’ve doubtless noticed that Carnival (that’s Carnaval in Dutch) is about to start! Carnival is one big party and it lasts three days. It’s mainly celebrated in the south of the Netherlands. But why? And what are people actually celebrating at Carnival time?