Veerle Slegers

Veerle Slegers is a professional with a diverse background in government, politics, economy, education, and international affairs. She is adept at connecting various entities to address societal, ecological, and economic challenges.

With a strong focus on government and political affairs at all levels - European, international, national, regional, and local - Veerle has extensive experience in civil society, water management, agriculture, food, education, and social support.

Her expertise extends to areas such as participation, civil society, social institutions, and international relations particularly in the Balkans, Europe, Portuguese-speaking countries like Brazil, and Great Britain. She is fluent in English and Spanish, excels in translations, teaching, public speaking, moderating, and writing.

Veerle's educational background includes a Master's degree in Latin America Studies from Universiteit Leiden, a Bachelor's degree in English Teaching College from Fontys Hogeschool Tilburg, and certifications in Teaching from the same university.

She has held key roles in various organizations, such as Transition Manager and former Innovation Strategist at VanWaarde, Chair of the board at Het Eetschap, and Member of various committees like Voedsel Anders Netwerk NL, Waterschap De Dommel, and Portagora Center for European Cooperation and Circular Economy, among others.

Veerle Slegers has also served as a Consultant for FoodUp! Transition Team Food & Agriculture and other public institutions, showcasing her commitment to driving positive change in the realms of food and agriculture.

Through her work, Veerle aims to foster international and inter-societal connections, encourage collaboration, and promote solutions for a better world. She advocates for thinking globally while acting locally, emphasizing the importance of localized actions in global contexts.