News
The latest news about the Bernard van Leer Foundation, our partners and the issues we work on.
To our partners during Covid-19
Dear BvLF Partners, In these enormously challenging times, we want to express our deep appreciation for your hard work on behalf of babies, toddlers and the people who care for… Read more
Connecting during Covid-19
I write this from my hometown of Quito, Ecuador, having come straight here after a work trip to Chile so that I could be in the same city as my… Read more
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 (CLOSED)
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