​What International Students Wish They Knew Earlier in the Netherlands

​A welcoming roundtable to share stories, experiences and the real challenges of student life in a new country.

​Starting your journey as an international student can feel exciting, but also confusing and overwhelming. Many students go through similar experiences, yet most feel they are going through it alone.

​This session is an open space to:

​• share your story
• listen to others
• reflect together
• learn what others wish they knew earlier
• feel understood and connected

​No lectures. No slides. No pressure.
Just real conversations in a small, safe group.

​In this roundtable we will talk about:

​• What many international students wish they knew earlier
• The emotional side of moving to a new country
• Why the first months often feel confusing or heavy
• The ups and downs of studying in the Netherlands
• Identity, confidence and finding your direction
• The shared experiences that no one usually talks about

​We want to hear your voice too.

​Who is this for?

​International students from all Dutch universities who want:

​• a space to share their story
• connection with others who understand their experience
• clarity and confidence in their new context
• a more grounded start in the Netherlands
• a community where they can feel seen and heard

​Format

​A small, welcoming circle on Google Meet.
Everyone is invited to talk, share and reflect.

​Why join?

​Because you are not alone in your experience.
Because other students feel the same.
Because sharing stories makes the journey easier.
Because together we can make sense of this transition.

​Hosted by

​Ben Brink
Head of Talent Activation at Flux Forward (Part of The Futures Hub)

​Language: Persian
Date: Friday, 12 December 2025
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM CET
Location: Online (Google Meet)

​Flux Forward helps internationals build clarity, confidence and community in their new context.