IWS supports newcomers in finding, keeping, and successfully completing jobs. Our guidance is practical and tailored to the needs of both employees and employers.

We offer:

• broad intake & clarification of questions

• participation plans / PIP support

• job application guidance

• employee skills & work attitude

• language development in practice

• guidance on the work floor

• progress monitoring & reporting

Results:

• sustainable placements

• higher retention

• better work performance

• less failure

We help employers collaborate effectively with diverse teams by providing insight into cultural differences, communication patterns, and expectations in the workplace.

We offer:

• training on Dutch work culture

• communication & feedback skills

• dealing with cultural differences

• inclusive team dynamics

• practical tools for managers

Results:

• fewer misunderstandings

• better cooperation

• higher productivity

• inclusive work culture

We support municipalities, social organizations, and employers with trajectory guidance and case management in accordance with the requirements of the Participation Act and the Civic Integration Act 2021.

Our expertise includes:

• broad intake & clarification of questions

• drawing up and implementing PIPs

• direction & case management

• trajectory coordination & progress monitoring

• reporting & file formation

• chain collaboration (municipalities, employers, social organizations)

• conversation about cultural and language differences

Results:

• relief of municipal caseload

• better participation outcomes

• clear reporting

• faster progress in trajectories

We connect motivated newcomers with employers who are open to diverse talent.

We offer:

• talent selection

• matching on skills & work attitude

• preparing for job interviews

• guidance during onboarding

• aftercare for sustainable placement

Results:

• better matches

• less turnover

• faster induction period

Our online modules support both newcomers and employers in understanding work culture, communication and collaboration.

We offer:

• basic Dutch work culture

• job application skills

• communication & collaboration

• rights and obligations in the workplace

• cultural sensitivity for employers

• conflict prevention & inclusion

Results:

• faster integration

• better communication

• fewer misunderstandings

• sustainable participation

When communication or cultural differences lead to misunderstandings, IWS offers mediation and confidential guidance for both employee and employer.

We offer:

• confidential conversations

• mediation between employee and employer

• guidance in cultural misunderstandings

• conflict prevention & early intervention

• support for stress or trauma

• communication coaching for both parties

Results:

• fewer conflicts

• safer workplaces

• stronger relationships

• sustainable cooperation