61 activities to visit from March 1 to 8
Today, Alderman Mariëlle Vavier (Poverty, Inclusion, Care and International Affairs) opened the portrait series "The Hague Women" in the Atrium of The Hague City Hall. The Haagse Vrouwen project highlights the commitment and strength of women in The Hague who actively contribute to the city and its residents, focusing on themes such as women's emancipation, equal opportunities and participation. Through photographs by Laura Cnossen and stories by Marjolein Koster, their impact on society is portrayed. The opening marks the start of The Hague Women's Days, which will take place from March 1-8. During this week, no fewer than 61 activities will be organized in celebration of International Women's Day. For more information see www.haagsevrouwendagen.nl/programma
Main photo: poet Ruth van Rossum, photographer Laura Cnossen and alderman Mariëlle Vavier open the exhibition © Arenda Oomen
Celebrating the diversity and strength of women in The Hague
Councilwoman Mariëlle Vavier (Poverty, Inclusion, Care and International Affairs) opened the exhibition with a speech and looks forward to the rest of the week, she says: "Women's rights are under pressure worldwide. This is precisely why it is important that we strengthen each other, support each other and stand up together against inequality. Whether it's equal pay for equal work, the right to abortion, or countering sexism in society. The women portrayed for this exhibition show that change is possible. Let us follow their example and join forces in the fight for equality."
Unveiling exhibition The Hague Women in the Atrium © Arenda Oomen
Photo 1: Portrait series 'Haagse Vrouwen' © Laura Cnossen Photo 2: Haagse Vrouwendagen 2025 © Municipality of The Hague
About the portrait series
From March 1 to 26, a double exhibition, curated by photographer Laura Cnossen, will be on display in the Atrium of The Hague City Hall. Accompanying the portraits are the women's stories, written by Marjolein Koster. The first series of portraits highlights fifteen women who played a key role in the emancipation movement in the Netherlands. The second series puts twenty inspiring women from The Hague in the spotlight, who through their work and impact are making a lasting difference in diverse sectors, from culture and sports to welfare and business. Together, these exhibitions show the power, versatility and influence of women within (The Hague) society.
For more information about the exhibition or to read back the women's stories, see the website.
61 activities during The Hague Women's Days
From March 1 to 8, the Haagse Vrouwendagen offers a varied program including various workshops, lectures, film screenings, plays and city walks. The activities are organized by cultural institutions, (women's) organizations and social initiatives. The municipality of The Hague will organize the Ria Sikkes lecture on March 7 followed by the Haagse Vrouwendagen Debat in Nest and on International Women's Day itself (March 8) the presentation of the Kartini Prize in Het Koorenhuis.
Participation is free of charge, but registration is required. This can be done through the website, where the full program can also be found.
