Maria Olthaar – Policy Strategy, International Relations & Women's Rights

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About Maria Olthaar

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Introducing Maria Olthaar

Welcome! My name is Maria Olthaar. Driven by a passion for justice and inclusivity, I work at the intersection of women's rights, policy, and European/Dutch politics. I am a pasionated advocate for women’s rights. With experience in public affairs, international cooperation, and advocacy, I contribute to themes such as gender equality, inclusive healthcare, and youth participation.

Want to connect? I am happy to get intouch through email

maria.olthaar@gmail.com

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Maria Olthaar’s Skills

With an academic background in International Relations and Communication Science, Maria Olthaar has developed policy, diplomatic, training and communication skills.

  • Lobbying and advocacy

  • Policy analysis & political strategy

  • Stakeholder and network management

  • Research & reporting

  • Organizing (international) events

  • Multilingual communication (NL, EN, BG, ES)

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Maria Olthaar’s experience

Maria Olthaar’s professional journey includes national advocacy, European youth participation, and international policy-making and womens rights activism, with work experience in places like Buenos Aires, Sofia, The Hague, Sarajevo, and Amsterdam.

  • Women's rights & gender policy

  • Dutch and European politics & policy-making

  • Inclusive healthcare

  • Youth participation and democratization

  • Political training and facilitation