We are back with the most popular networking event in town! Usually, networking events are lame. Awkward, sometimes boring and nine out of ten times they are useless. So that’s why we are arranging… a networking drink!

Whether you’re an entrepreneur or working for a company, Bubbels & Babbels is the only networking drink that’s actually fun and useful. Organised by and at The Female Hub, coworking & co-learning location for women in The Hague and surroundings.

After nine successful Bubbels & Babbels, it’s now time for the 10th edition on Thursday, September 14th!

WHY SHOULD YOU COME?

• For the delicious bites and drinks.
• To enjoy the wonderful live music.
• To meet other inspiring women, to learn from one another and to go home with plenty of new ideas and contacts. There will be marketeers, team leaders, managers, coaches, photographers, lawyers, writers, webshop owners and so many more amazing women.
• To have a chance of winning a week working at the coolest coworking space in The Hague.
• For the goodiebag

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

Female Hub Bubbels & Babbels costs €21,12 (incl VAT). This includes the bites, drinks and goodiebag.

Attention: It is a small-scale event for a maximum of 50 ladies. So, get your ticket on time before they are sold out!

Do you have any questions? E-mail us at femalehub@doors-open.nl or get in touch with Suzanne at 06-20253092.

When you hear the word ‘manager,’ what image comes to mind? Is it a young woman of colour, or a middle-aged white man? Probably the latter. Think manager, think (white) male. This isn’t unusual; everyone has these ‘preprogrammed’ ideas and unconscious biases based on appearance or demographic features. 

Yes, everyone. So, yes, you too (even if you think otherwise). 

Biologically, us humans seek safety. We tend to avoid change because the familiar is trusted and safe (status quo bias). Negativity poses a threat (negativity bias), and we unconsciously pay more attention to it – we must be alert to danger. Additionally, we have a strong need to belong, and that sense develops more quickly with those who are similar to us (affinity bias). 

So, being biased is not your fault, but it is your responsibility to do something about it. The negative impact of unconscious bias is significant, both in our personal lives and in the workplace. If we only collaborate with people who are like us, we perpetuate inequality and hinder innovation. Bias can also result in unjust treatment or assessment of other people, purely based on, for example, gender. A man is considered assertive, while a woman displaying the same behaviour is labelled as bitchy. Conversely, a woman is considered nurturing, but a nurturing man is labelled as a softy. 

In the workshop “Yes, you ARE biased,” you will explore your own unconscious bias. Thanks to the workshop you will: 

• Better understand how your brain unconsciously works and where unconscious bias originates. 
• Gain insight into the six biases hindering gender diversity: affinity bias, status quo bias, negativity bias, Dunning-Kruger bias, false consensus bias, and confirmation bias. 
• Experience the (negative) effect of behaviour stemming from unconscious bias, both in yourself and others. 
• Receive actionable perspectives on recognising and reducing your own biases. 
• Feel how awareness of unconscious bias empowers you to act differently. 
• Be capable of creating a more inclusive work environment that stimulates collaboration, and creativity in diverse teams. 

This Doors Open workshop is developed based on embodied learning. Research shows that if you truly want to change behaviour, you must feel that change in your body. Simply knowing that you need to change and how to do so is not enough. Our approach integrates insights from neuroscience, biology, psychology, and martial arts, including aikido. In addition to practical and theoretical tools provided during the workshop, you will actively engage in somatic exercises. This way you will experience: 

• Learn how to center yourself: a crucial somatic exercise that calms your nervous system. This makes you aware of your biases and creating the possibility to pause when you need to decide how to act or respond. 
• Experience what it’s like to literally change perspectives, why it’s important, and how challenging it can be. 
• Identify your own prejudices and understand how they influence you and those around you. 
• Discover actions you can take to create movement and space, breaking free from a status quo or conflict. 

Who is it for? 

This workshop is for anyone aiming to address their unconscious biases. It is for professionals at all levels, from employees to managers, and for those who want to contribute to stimulating diversity, equality, and inclusion in their workplace. 

About Doors Open Learning & Development 

Doors Open was founded by Suzanne Mau-Asam (also the founder of The Female Hub), a sociologist and one of the few somatic coaches in the Netherlands trained by the Strozzi Institute. Over the years, Suzanne has developed an approach rooted in Somatic Learning and Somatic Experience, focusing on the intelligence stored in the body rather than solely on cognitive learning. She has found that this brings about lasting changes in individuals and organisations. 

Traditional leadership programmes focus on the brain, grounded in the belief that knowing how to lead is enough. Embodied leadership moves beyond that. It connects the intelligence of the body to the brain, driving actions for sustainable behavioural change. Join us at the Embodied Leadership Retreat, a two-day immersive experience designed for (future) leaders like you who are eager to take their leadership to the next level. 

What you’ll learn:

This Embodied Leadership retreat is not just a course on what you do and how you lead. It is also a journey to self-discovery about who you are as a leader. You will discover the power of embodied leadership and will learn how to lead with authenticity, resilience and impact.  

This retreat will teach you to: 

• Take confident decisions, voice your opinion and take up space, even in high-pressure situations 
• Set clear boundaries and stay true to your commitments 
• Build genuine connections with your team 
• Navigate change and challenges and inspire others to do the same 
• Manage stress and improve performance 

What sets us apart:

This retreat offers a unique blend of experiential learning, expert guidance, and self-discovery that traditional courses simply can’t match, as they focus solely on theory and cognitive knowledge. The Embodied Leadership Retreat offers you somatic practices, and cutting-edge leadership strategies that connect your mind, body, and spirit. By physically experiencing situations, you’ll approach them with more confidence and will be able to skilfully guide your thoughts, emotions, and behaviour in a calm and collected way. 

Who we are:

Doors Open Learning & Development is an expert agency with over 15 years of experience in leadership development. Our mission is to redefine leadership through embodiment. Founded by certified somatic coach Suzanne Mau-Asam we train (future) leaders all around the globe and enable them to unlock their full potential. 

The Embodied Leadership Retreat will be facilitated by Suzanne Mau-Asam and Boudewijn Bertsch, a business economist, certified somatic coach, and a global leadership consultant who has studied evolutionary biology and neurobiology. He is passionate about helping people bring out the best in themselves and others. 

Who you are:

The retreat is a two-day programme for anyone looking to take charge and gain full control of their own life: you will gain insight into the origins of your behaviour and how to break negative patterns to unlock your full potential. You will discover what triggers your stress behaviour, and learn to navigate it with confidence.