Education
Teaching receptive minds to think differently about human rights, gender and justice, can spark ripple effects that shift systems and empower change.
We believe that meaningful education goes beyong transferring knowledge – it's about shifting perspectives and questioning assumptions.
Through key-note speeches, lectures, webinars, training programmes, and thesis supervision, we encourage students and professionals to critically engage with complex topics related to gender-based violence. Our approach combines academic depth with practical relevance, creating a safe space for reflection, dialogue and tranformative learning. Whether we're speaking to future policymakers, legal professionals, or grassroots activists, our goal is to spark new thinking, and to empower people to take that thinking into the world.
Education
That makes a difference
That makes a difference
We lecture on international law, human rights, gender-based violence, philosophy of law and research methods – always enriched with insights from over a decade of field experience. It is this practical, real-world perspective that sets our teaching apart. We don't just explain legal or theoretical concepts; we show how they are implemented in practice. Our integral expertise and lived experience in the field help students connect abstract theory to the realities faced by communities worldwide. We aim to spark critical reflection and equip students to become more prepared professionals in the field.
Dr. Annemarie Middelburg is BKO accredited.
The Basiskwalificatie Onderwijs (BKO) is the official Dutch university teaching qualification and provides formal recognition of didactic skills and educational competencies.
WORK WITH USThe Basiskwalificatie Onderwijs (BKO) is the official Dutch university teaching qualification and provides formal recognition of didactic skills and educational competencies.
WE'RE PROUD TO WORK WITH THESE PARTNERS IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING PROGRAMS:
Guest Lectures
by Dr. Annemarie Middelburg
'A Career Outside Academia’ at Radboud University, the Netherlands
'FGM & the COVID-19 Pandemic’ at University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands
'Law and Culture’ at Leiden University, the Netherlands
‘FGM and Female Genital Cosmetic Surgery’ at Maastricht University, the Netherlands
‘FGM/C in Iraqi Kurdistan’ at University College, the Netherlands
‘FGM in Europe and Beyond’ at University of Groningen, the Netherlands
‘Violence Against Women’ at Middlesex University, Mauritius
‘The Immigrant Child’ at Leiden University, the Netherlands
‘Critical Thinking’ at Avans Hogeschool, the Netherlands
I had the pleasure of having Annemarie as my Bachelor Thesis supervisor. She combines her outstanding level of knowledge on international law and human rights matters with a very high level of devotion to her students. Annemarie would always make time for me, provide me with in-depth and constructive feedback, and know just what questions to ask me to guide me in my writing process. Moreover, she is an incredibly kind and warm person, making you feel comfortable with her right from the moment you meet her. I am very thankful for her guidance and truly could not have wished for a better supervisor.
Boban van Tol
Student - University of Amsterdam
I attended the lectures of Annemarie during the course Public International Law at the University of Amsterdam. Because of her enthusiasm and fascinating stories about her experiences in the field, I developed a great interest in international human rights law. During the lectures, Annemarie encouraged students to travel the world and explained the added value of studying abroad. When she said that, I started to seriously think about an exchange program. As a result, I will go to Madrid for six months this year!
Ruby Groeneveld
Student - University of Amsterdam
