Queen Maxima of the Netherlands opens the International Year of Volunteering in Utrecht

Feb 12, 2026

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Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:31:42 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:31:35 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:28:32 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:28:31 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:28:30 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:10:47 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:10:47 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:10:45 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:08:40 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
PURMEREND - Queen Maxima during a visit to the Leeghwaterbad swimming pool. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550464720x originalFilename: 550464720.jpg
PURMEREND - Queen Maxima during a visit to the Leeghwaterbad swimming pool. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550464701x originalFilename: 550464701.jpg
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:08:36 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:08:38 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:05:17 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:04:43 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:03:27 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:04:42 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:03:23 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:02:03 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:01:58 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:01:13 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:01:01 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:01:01 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:00:50 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
PURMEREND - Queen Maxima speaks with young people and youth workers at the Columbuzz youth center. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550464108x originalFilename: 550464108.jpg
PURMEREND - Queen Maxima arrives at the Columbuzz youth center. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550464098x originalFilename: 550464098.jpg
PURMEREND - Queen Maxima during a visit to the Leeghwaterbad swimming pool. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550464087x originalFilename: 550464087.jpg
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:00:55 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:00:45 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:00:46 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:00:00 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:00:03 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 15:00:00 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 14:59:55 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 14:13:08 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 14:43:50 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 14:13:51 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 14:15:25 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 14:13:45 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 14:13:09 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 13:59:55 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
Purmerend, The Netherlands, 2026-02-12 14:00:21 PURMEREND, February 12, 2026, Purmerend. Queen Maxima during a visit to Purmerend. The visit focuses entirely on livability and how residents are committed to making their neighborhoods more pleasant, social, and safe. Queen Maxima will speak at four locations with Purmerend residents who are actively involved in their neighborhoods and with neighbors who have experience with the initiatives in their area. PHOTO: NLBeeld Patrick van Emst Credit: NL Beeld Patrick van Emst Copyright: xx x
PURMEREND - Queen Maxima speaks with young people and youth workers at the Columbuzz youth center. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550463270x originalFilename: 550463270.jpg
PURMEREND - Queen Maxima arrives at the Columbuzz youth center. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550463264x originalFilename: 550463264.jpg
PURMEREND - Queen Maxima speaks with young people and youth workers at the Columbuzz youth center. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550463254x originalFilename: 550463254.jpg
PURMEREND - Queen Maxima speaks with residents in a garage at Flat Het Dagboek. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550462194x originalFilename: 550462194.jpg
PURMEREND - Queen Maxima speaks with residents in a garage at Flat Het Dagboek. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550460613x originalFilename: 550460613.jpg
PURMEREND - Queen Maxima arrives at the Columbuzz youth center. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550462205x originalFilename: 550462205.jpg
Queen Máxima Opens the International Year of the Volunteer - Utrecht Stadsschouwburg (City Theatre) Queen Máxima will open the International Year of Volunteers at the Stadsschouwburg in Utrecht. The year focuses on the power of doing and is an ode to everyone who dedicates themselves to helping others. The VrijwilligerswerkNL association is organizing the event. State Secretary for Long-Term and Social Care, Nicki Pouw-Verweij, will be present at the opening. Utrecht Netherlands Copyright: xBrunoxPress ABACAx
Queen Máxima Opens the International Year of the Volunteer - Utrecht Stadsschouwburg (City Theatre) Queen Máxima will open the International Year of Volunteers at the Stadsschouwburg in Utrecht. The year focuses on the power of doing and is an ode to everyone who dedicates themselves to helping others. The VrijwilligerswerkNL association is organizing the event. State Secretary for Long-Term and Social Care, Nicki Pouw-Verweij, will be present at the opening. Utrecht Netherlands Copyright: xBrunoxPress ABACAx

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PURMEREND - Queen Maxima arrives at the Columbuzz youth center. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550464098x originalFilename: 550464098.jpg

PURMEREND - Queen Maxima arrives at the Columbuzz youth center. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550463264x originalFilename: 550463264.jpg

PURMEREND - Queen Maxima arrives at the Columbuzz youth center. Maxima is visiting the North Holland town to learn more about how residents are committed to improving their living environment. REMKO DE WAAL ANP netherlands out - belgium out Copyright: xx x550462205x originalFilename: 550462205.jpg