⁠Roy Zeilstra shares their unique way of dressing up to teach history and mobilise Zeeland for a progressive future. A teacher by profession who inspires his students by dressing up as a Roman, Knight or in heavy chain mail. They were among the pioneers of the Green/ Labour alliance that laid a practical path for the Dutch senate and parliamentary alliance of the Dutch Greens and the Labour Party (GroenLinks/ PvdA) Thank you to ⁠⁠@DunnStreet and the ⁠⁠Socially Democratic Podcast⁠⁠.

Dr. Floris Burgers shares their activist journey, travelling to Uganda and combatting inequality in education. Floris is an activist dedicated to exploring inequality and a professional footballer. They spent years embedded in ethnographic fieldwork in a small village in Sironko, a rural district in Uganda. The results of this have culminated in a book that he shares with you. They are busy researching 'Koersen op Kansengelijkheid’ (aiming for equality of opportunity) in collaboration with researchers from the Radboud University and the University of Amsterdam.
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Valentijn Brinkman-Koopal shares their personal journey from addiction to drugs to local mental health champion and running for the Dutch Labour Party (#pvda) in the Parliamentary elections as No. 49 on the national list. They embody the resilience and dedication necessary to bring about meaningful change in society. Especially highlighting the importance of Mental Health & Healthcare Policy. We can learn from their struggle in confronting personal challenges and being a vocal advocate for social justice and equity in the Netherlands. A council member in #Baarn, born and raised in Amsterdam, their experience has been a cornerstone in shaping their approach to politics, particularly in representing the voice of the working class and restoring the principles of justice. As an active member of the PvdA and participant in the PvdAcademy, Valentijn’s ambition is to amplify the voice of the working class and re-establish foundational principles of fairness in society​​​​. Valentijn's mission is to forge a community where unity prevails, and every voice is equally heard. Understanding the daily trials many face, Valentijn is dedicated to shaping a more equitable future for all Dutch & European citizens, especially those sidelined in society due to unforeseen circumstances and health difficulties. Thank you to the @DunnStreet and the Socially Democratic Podcast.

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