Pakhuis de Zwijger focuses on the future of the region, our country and the world from an urban perspective through its programs and projects. Our approach to the large and complex social issues and challenges is value-driven and the programs and projects aim to contribute to better cities for everyone.

Future focused
We are an independent and progressive platform for everyone who has ideas and plans for the cities of tomorrow. Or better yet: for the whole world. We have a curious attitude and look critically at the past and present. In our programming we investigate new solutions for urgent social issues and tasks – such as affordable housing, equal opportunity or sustainable economies – whereby we constantly ask ourselves: in what kind of a world do we want to live in the future?

Urban
We look at global developments from the perspective of the city. After all, cities are the places where the major challenges of our time – such as racism, climate change and gentrification – manifest themselves in a pronounced way. Cities are also places of progress and innovation. Many different people live there, all with their own dreams, ambitions and wishes. When we bring these people together, creativity is spawned and unexpected solutions arise for the major challenges we face.

Connected
Politics, economy, ecology and social issues: they are all interconnected. In the city, the country and all over the world. That is why we believe in an integrated approach. Only when we see the whole picture can we develop sustainable solutions. That is why we connect people from different disciplines and bring together individuals with a variety of opinions. In this way we arrive at conversations that generate innovative ideas that make the world and the city a better place.

Humane
We build cities for all. Cities are becoming increasingly diverse. There is no majority of one population group: differences in age, cultural background, gender (identity), religion, sexual orientation, and physical, mental and economic capacities are an intrical part of the city. Cities where everyone feels at home. Where the human dimension is at the centre, where exclusion has no place, representation and power distribution are in balance and all people are given equal opportunities.

 

Sustainability
We focus on an economy in which the well-being, health and resilience of people and the planet are at the centre, here and all around the world. In doing so, we respect the limits of our earth and commit to circularity, climate, environment and biodiversity. We are on our way to a sustainable city and society.

Equality
It all starts in the street, the neighbourhood and the district. This is where the people are with whom we want to build a better city and metropolitan area, a more beautiful world: a bottom-up approach. Here, residents, entrepreneurs and social organisations have a seat at the table, alongside governments, the business community and knowledge institutions. Only through cooperation between all stakeholders within the city and region can we arrive at sustainable solutions for everyone.

Design
We see all urban issues as design-related. By bringing together designers, artists and other creatives, we make room for imagination and different ways of looking at things. For example, we work on design principles with which we can shape a world that contributes to the happiness and well-being of all its residents.

Value-oriented
We bring people together, find common denominators and are not afraid to start awkward conversations. In order to take the next step together, we use the value-oriented dialogue as a form of discussion. The dialogue focuses on listening, understanding and constructive cooperation with one another.

Accessible
We offer space to all people who are committed to a city for all. We explicitly make room for marginalised groups, so that everyone (regardless of age, cultural background, capacities, faith and gender) is heard. We ensure that innovations and ideas that contribute to just and sustainable cities are given a stage. Access to our conversations is and will remain free.

Storytelling
We use storytelling to put current topics on the agenda and present innovative ideas. Stories inspire, give meaning and appeal to the imagination. We ensure that new talents and established names can meet one another. This creates new stories and exchanges between different points of view and mutual understanding.

Aankomende programma’s
Justice for Palestine 22
Stories of Palestinian Women’s Underground Resistance
Lecture by Palestinian writer and journalist Umayya Abu-Hanna on the hidden archival histories of Palestinian women's resistance.
Vandaag, 20.00
Volgeboekt
The Author is Present
Oneindig uitgedaagd
Een pleidooi om jongeren aan het lezen te krijgen. Met o.a. auteur Anne Steenhoff, Marjolein Moorman en Milio van der Kamp.
Vandaag, 20.00
Reserveer
KVS Jubileumspecial
Nederland in 2035
Lost AI onze zorgproblemen op en hoe wordt wonen weer een zekerheid? Economen in dialoog over hun pre-adviezen voor 2035.
Vandaag, 20.00
Reserveer
Digital Rights Day LIVE
Mensenrechten in een digitale wereld
Een avond vol inspiratie en dialoog over waarborging van onze mensenrechten in een wereld met steeds meer technologie.
Morgen, 20.00
Reserveer
Boekpresentatie & nagesprek
Voorbij Duurzaamheid
In zijn boek toont Shivant Jhagroe hoe duurzaamheid verweven is met kolonialisme, kapitalisme en sociale uitsluiting. Hij pleit voor een échte ecorechtvaardige samenleving.
Morgen, 20.00
Reserveer
Foto expositie
Gekleed in Verhalen
Hoe gebruik je mode als een vorm van zelfexpressie? 7 portretten van 7 vrouwen met 7 verhalen.
wo 11 dec, 19.00
Reserveer
Design Digger LIVE
Toekomstdenken voor beginners en gevorderden
Welke rol spelen ontwerpers in het verbeelden van oplossingen voor klimaat, digitalisering en ongelijkheid?
wo 11 dec, 20.00
Reserveer
SPECIAL
Bewoners tegen de bouw
Hoe voorkomen we dat woningbouw vastloopt door juridische bezwaren, terwijl we het fundamentele recht van burgers om procedures te starten beschermen?
do 12 dec, 19.30
Reserveer
Filmvertoning & nagesprek
De Natuur Bestaat Niet
De relatie tussen mens en natuur verkeert in een crisis, een relatiecrisis. Dus wat is logischer dan relatietherapie? Met in de film de bekende Vlaamse psychiater Dirk de Wachter.
do 12 dec, 20.00
Reserveer
Talk of the Town
De xtc-winkel: is Amsterdam er klaar voor?
In gesprek over de toekomst van het Amsterdamse drugsbeleid.
do 12 dec, 20.00
Reserveer
Kringwijs presenteert: training voor buurtbewoners 2
Iemand Erbij
Leer hoe je het best kunt handelen in een crisissituatie met uiteenlopende problematiek.
vr 13 dec, 09.30
Spelenderwijs 2
Ik zie, ik zie, wat jij niet ziet
Hoe kunnen inzichten uit theatraal en wetenschappelijk onderzoek helpen om tussenruimtes te creëren voor verschillende perspectieven? Durven we onze eigen blinde vlekken onder ogen te komen en te luisteren naar de ander?
vr 13 dec, 19.30
Reserveer
Boekpresentatie & nagesprek
Aziatische roots in de schijnwerpers
Een avond in het teken van Aziatische representatie. Verhalen, ervaringen en voordracht door auteurs van Aziatische komaf. Presentatie van de zojuist verschenen bundel Modelverhalen.
vr 13 dec, 20.00
Reserveer
Nieuw-West in Beeld 13
Fotoclub New Metropolis
Maandelijkse fotografie-meetups: een moment om samen te komen met andere fotografiefanaten, elkaars werk te bespreken én inspiratie op te doen!
za 14 dec, 14.00
Reserveer
Voorprogramma Hemel en Aarde
Klimaatwake
Wat doet de klimaatcrisis met ons als mens?
ma 16 dec, 19.00
Reserveer
Special
Hemel en Aarde
Moslims, monniken en milieuactivisten over het geloof in actie. Waar kruisen religie en klimaatrechtvaardigheid?
ma 16 dec, 20.00
Reserveer
Justice for Palestine 23
Jenin Refugee Camp: Hope, Struggle and Resilience
Film screening about the history of Jenin Camp, from its founding to today’s challenges and dreams.
ma 16 dec, 20.00
Volgeboekt
Designing Cities for All 67
Grand Finale Designing Cities for All
Wrapping up 2 years of DCFA:Re-generation programmes and activities. To celebrate, we're launching the 3rd DCFA Essay Book!
ma 16 dec, 20.00
Reserveer
Stichting Unwanted Words Project
Queer Poetry Night
Join us for the next edition of this open mic night!
di 17 dec, 19.00
Reserveer
Tech for Society 28
Mooi ontworpen is niet altijd goed ontworpen
Wat onderscheidt een goed ontworpen object van de zoveelste hype?
di 17 dec, 19.30
Reserveer
In de spotlight