Zeist tackles violence against women with community meetings in March
The municipality of Zeist is hosting three meetings this March to address violence against women, focusing on street harassment and inappropriate behavior. Residents and professionals are invited to learn how to recognize and respond to these issues, enhancing community safety and awareness.
| Event | Topic | Date | Time | Location | Target Audience |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Street harassment in focus | What street harassment is, its impact, and how to respond | March 11, 2026 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Municipal Office Zeist (Het Rond 1) | Residents |
| Not normal? Speak up. | Addressing inappropriate behavior and the role of men | March 24, 2026 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Figi (Het Rond 2) | Residents |
| Recognizing intimate terrorism | Strengthening detection and collaboration | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Professionals and partners |
| Registration | Free participation | Via website | N/A | www.zeist.nl/geweldtegenvrouwen | All |
The municipality of Zeist plays a crucial role in local governance, focusing on community safety and well-being. By organizing these meetings, Zeist aims to foster dialogue, raise awareness, and provide tools for residents and professionals to address and prevent violence against women.
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Municipality of Zeist discusses violence against women
The municipality of Zeist is organizing three meetings in March on the theme of violence against women. With these meetings, the municipality aims to initiate dialogue, raise awareness, and support residents and professionals in recognizing and addressing inappropriate behavior.
Violence against women often starts small. A comment on the street. Controlling behavior within a relationship. Bystanders wondering: should I say something? It is precisely in these everyday situations that the key lies to detect and intervene earlier. National events and incidents that have occurred in Zeist have brought the issue to life and touch on residents' sense of safety.
Mayor Joyce Langenacker: “Inappropriate behavior against women undermines the trust that you can move freely and safely. Whether that is on the street or behind closed doors. I speak to residents who are concerned, and I hear stories that make an impression. This requires us not to shy away from this topic. With these meetings, we make it clear that this behavior is not normal and that we, as a society, take responsibility. We want people to recognize signals and know where to turn.”
Two meetings for residents
Street harassment in focus
- about what street harassment is, its impact, and how you can respond
- Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Municipal Office Zeist (Het Rond 1)
Not normal? Speak up.
- about addressing inappropriate behavior and the role men can play in this
- Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Figi (Het Rond 2)
Participation in the resident meetings is free of charge. Registration is possible via www.zeist.nl/geweldtegenvrouwen.
Meeting for professionals
In addition, the municipality is organizing a meeting for professionals and partners on recognizing intimate terrorism. This meeting focuses on strengthening detection and collaboration.