Archive: Marlies Hoekman
Below you will find the posts of the archive "Marlies Hoekman".
Strategic safety nets
The Dutch Africa strategy is ‘the vehicle par excellence’ for increasing social protection for vulnerable groups, state Jochem Duinhof and Zina Nimeh in this opinion…
Rebuilding sustainable livelihoods in Iraq
In the Zummar sub-district in Iraq, Dorcas provided agricultural assets and supported the improvement of livelihoods for income generation for returnees and internally displaced persons….
Floods and droughts are two sides of the same coin
The United Nations describes droughts as one of the greatest threats to sustainable development. Forecasts predict that by 2050, droughts may affect more than 75…
Bicycles for empowerment
The bicycle is a very useful and handy means of transportation for many people around the world. Not only is cycling good for your health, but…
South Sudan requires immediate support to mitigate a humanitarian crisis
The situation in Sudan and South Sudan continues to worsen as thousands of people flee the conflict in Sudan and cross the South Sudanese border….
To support those in need, staff care is essential
A safe and healthy working environment is a fundamental right. Today, on the World Day for Safety and Health at Work, we want to highlight the…