Experiences of internationals in the Leiden region
The five nationalities that constitute the largest groups of international knowledge workers coming into Leiden consist of Poland, Germany, Italy, the UK, and Spain.
Historically, Leiden has a long history of welcoming internationals, dating back to the 17th century when it was a refuge for religious and political exiles.
More than 70 languages are spoken by internationals in the Leiden region showcasing its dynamic global community.
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Originally from the far north of England, Rachel Parker moved to Leiden two years ago. Read the full interview to learn more about her story as we discuss why she chose to settle in Leiden to how her background in anthropology made it easier to adapt.
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Originally from India, Minu came to The Netherlands and settled in Leiden about two years ago. She moved here with her husband whose startup was selected for the Dutch startup visa program. Her passion for fashion and knack for style has been...
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How do internationals feel in Leiden? What suprises them? What do they encounter? In 'At home in Leiden', newcomers living in Leiden are interviewed.
In this edition of our Interview Series, we had the pleasure of sitting down with esteemed ceramic artist Ipek Kotan as she talks about her life in the Netherlands, how she settled in Leiden and the communities she is part of.
How do internationals feel in Leiden? What do they wonder about? What are they up against? In 'At Home in Leiden', newcomers who live in Leiden are interviewed.
Originally from Moscow, Natalia Vtyurina moved to the Netherlands almost 12 years ago. Nowadays she lives in Leiden and works in the Leiden Bio Science Park. Read this interview and find out how Natalia found her dream job in Leiden!
