Conference
Staff symposium on student well-being: Resilience through Connection
- Date
- Thursday 26 March 2026
- Time
- Address
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Wijnhaven
Turfmarkt 99
2511 DP The Hague
Are you a lecturer or a study adviser? Or are you in regular contact with students? Mark Thursday 26 March 2026 in your calendar!
What does resilience mean to you? What role do you have in fostering students’ resilience?
Students are under increasing pressure. As staff, we need to recognise the warning signs, offer support and build a learning environment where they can grow.
In this symposium, we’ll explore together what resilience really means in our daily interactions with students. You’ll have the chance to share experiences and will leave with practical tools you can use in your work. Because we all play a part in shaping resilient students for tomorrow.
What to expect
We’re proud to welcome two inspiring keynote speakers:
Eveline Crone – The adolescent in 2026
Professor of Developmental Neuroscience in Society (Erasmus University Rotterdam) and Neurocognitive Developmental Psychology (Leiden University).
Young people are growing up in a world of distractions, societal challenges and pressure to achieve. Eveline Crone will show how their developing brains are vulnerable yet also present opportunities. She will share what young people need to be resilient – and the role our staff can play. A critical look at the world of the young in 2026.
Levi van Dam – Resilience in a hybrid society
Professor of Resilience in Youth (University of Amsterdam)
Many students experience psychological stress, but how do we define that? Levi van Dam will explore how resilience is built, the role of autonomy and connection, and why we’re more aware of mental health issues nowadays. With real-life examples and tools such as apps and community initiatives like the Feelee app and Mentale Wasstraat, you’ll gain insights you can immediately apply in your teaching and student support.
Workshops & networking
In the afternoon session, you’ll join interactive workshops on pressing topics relating to student well-being and resilience, and will have ample opportunity to exchange ideas with colleagues from other departments and faculties.
More information on the workshops will follow in January. Watch the website!
Programme
| 9:30 | Doors open |
| 10:00 |
Opening |
| 10:15 | Keynote Eveline Crone |
| 11:00 | Energiser |
| 11:15 | Keynote Levi van Dam |
| 12:00 | Lunch |
| 13:00 | Workshops round 1 |
| 14:00 | Workshops round 2 |
| 15:00 | Alcohol-free reception |
Can’t make it for the whole day? You’re welcome to join us for either the morning or afternoon session.
Register now to secure your spot
Sign up today!For an impression of the symposium, see the programme for last year's edition.