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One of the best ways for international knowledge workers and their families to settle quickly and easily into life in the Netherlands is to learn the language. However, this is not always easy to do. Our campaign helps them master the Dutch language.
Lowering the barrier to speak Dutch
Learners are often afraid of making mistakes and this, coupled with the high level of English among Dutch residents, often results in the tendency for people to speak in English. Holland Expat Center South (HECS) has a range of initiatives, information, and tips to encourage the use of Dutch. They have collaborated with design studio Spiekkleding to develop a range of cheat-sheet items which remind learners of key phrases. Their umbrellas, board games, scarves, and bags help lower the barrier to speaking Dutch.
About Holland Expat Center South & Spiekkleding
Spiekkleding is a design studio that helps newcomers to learn and gain the confidence to speak Dutch. Our designs feature handy language prompts that provide guidance at just the right time and in just the right place.
