News
The latest news about the Bernard van Leer Foundation, our partners and the issues we work on.
New short film explores Tel Aviv from the perspective of a three-year-old
In a new two minute film, a young boy called Geffen takes us for a stroll around his hometown of Tel Aviv, Israel. It shows us how differently young children… Read more
Colleague Yigit Aksakoglu acquitted of all charges
We are thrilled that our Turkey Representative, Yigit Aksakoglu was acquitted of all charges in his court hearing today. In November 2018, Yigit was detained by police for his alleged… Read more
We stand by our colleague Yigit Aksakoglu and his family
Yiğit Aksakoğlu has served as our Representative in Turkey since 2014. During his tenure with the Bernard van Leer Foundation, he has demonstrated a tireless commitment to our mission to… Read more
Hiring: We're seeking a Jordan Representative
Are you a persuasive partnership builder, who is skilled at navigating the Jordanian policy landscape, and has 7+ years of experience working to deliver positive social impact? Are you interested… Read more
Bernard van Leer Foundation at the World Urban Forum 2020 – Abu Dhabi, 8–13 February
The Bernard van Leer Foundation will be at the World Urban Forum next week to share knowledge and ideas around designing cities that help rather than hinder a child’s development. Read more
New publications in Turkish on low-cost healthy eating for families
More than 200,000 copies of a seven-part Nutrition Guide for Pregnant Women, Newborns and Babies are being distributed to families in the cities of Istanbul and Izmir. Commissioned by the… Read more
Leadership changes at the Van Leer Group
On behalf of the Board of Trustees of the Van Leer Group, I am delighted to announce that as of December 1st, 2019, Michael Feigelson has been appointed as the… Read more
Hiring: We're seeking an Assistant to Executive Director (CLOSED)
Are you a client orientated individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills and at least three years of work experience? Are you interested in working for an organisation is… Read more
The publication 'Playground Ideas for 0–3 years' is now available in Spanish
This guide shares practical ideas for designing playgrounds that work for children aged 0-3 and their caregivers. It outlines the functions play equipment should serve, such as providing places to… Read more
Hiring: We’re seeking our new Knowledge for Policy Director (CLOSED)
We’re looking for an experienced leader who has worked on urban initiatives at scale and led the development of knowledge resources. Based in our head office in The Hague, our… Read more