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 The American Women's Club of Amsterdam (AWCA) is a non-profit, volunteer organization providing friendship and support for American women, as well as non-American women with close ties to the United States, who are living in the Netherlands.  The AWCA helps in facilitating the integration into the Dutch community.

Founded in 1927, the AWCA now has Members from the Amsterdam, 't Gooi, Haarlem, Amstelveen areas.  Newcomers are always welcome to attend!  Gatherings of various kinds are held in each of our four regional areas, making it easier for Members to get involved in their local communities.  As an AWCA Member, you will receive our monthly magazine, Tulip Talk, and have the opportunity to take part in classes and lectures, community service projects, newcomer activities, cultural events, tours, day and evening social events, and of course, the expected cup of coffee and friendly laughter.

At our monthly General Meetings, featured speakers present topics of political, economic, or cultural relevance.  We are a dynamic group of women, always open to fresh ideas. We invite you to join us at a General Meeting and find your place in the AWCA!  DOWNLOAD AWCA FLYER.

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  • The John Adams Institute A non-profit organization to promote the exchange of culture between the United States and the Netherlands

Driver's License

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Dutch Governmental Agencies

 

Overheid.nl

Lists all Dutch government and government-related sites. (Dutch) 

 

Ministry of Education, Culture and Science

Click the English tab for information about the Dutch school system, as well as cultural and scientific policies. 

 

Ministry of Finance

English information about taxation in the Netherlands.  

 

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Very helpful site with a good deal of general information in English 

 

Parliament

Website of the Dutch Parliament. (Dutch Only) 

 

Taxes & Customs

 

Customs

Customs, import duties, declarations, restrictions, etc., some of which is available in English.

 

Public Prosecution Service

Contains an English language option describing the Dutch legal system.

 

Dutch Royal House

(Dutch version also includes a children's site about Queen Beatrix.)

 

NL Menu

This site has registered and categorized over 30,000 Dutch websites.

Education in the Netherlands

Dutch Education System

The Ministry of Education
This site provides an official, comprehensive description of the Dutch education system in English, including details of all types and levels of education.

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