Former GroenLinks
leader Femke Halsema is to be the new mayor of Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands. She is the first
female mayor in the city’s history and the first mayor from the
left-wing green party.
Halsema led GroenLinks in the Dutch parliament from 2002 to 2010. "It is a great privilege to be able to serve my fellow city dwellers in
the coming years," she said in a post on her own website. "I will do
everything within my power to be the mayor of all Amsterdammers."
Tech & Rights
Femke Halsema Is Amsterdam's New Mayor
Former GroenLinks leader Femke Halsema is to be the new mayor of Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands. She is the first female mayor in the city’s history and the first mayor from the left-wing green...
by PILP
Donate to liberties
Your contribution matters
As a watchdog organisation, Liberties reminds politicians that respect for human rights is non-negotiable. We're determined to keep championing your civil liberties, will you stand with us? Every donation, big or small, counts.
We’re grateful to all our supporters
Your contributions help us in the following ways
► Liberties remains independent
► It provides a stable income, enabling us to plan long-term
► We decide our mission, so we can focus on the causes that matter
► It makes us stronger and more impactful
Your contribution matters
As a watchdog organisation, Liberties reminds politicians that respect for human rights is non-negotiable. We're determined to keep championing your civil liberties, will you stand with us? Every donation, big or small, counts.
Subscribe to stay in
the loop
Why should I?
You will get the latest reports before everyone else!
You can follow what we are doing for your right!
You will know about our achivements!