StepUp Team

You have so much to offer.
Now it’s time to be seen.

Empowerment and career coaching workshops

StepUp Team supports highly educated women with an international background in the Netherlands to build self-confidence, develop their professional and communication skills, and create the network they need to thrive.

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StepUp Team participants

Now it’s time
to share it.
Now it’s time
to step up.

Real stories. Real impact.

Feedback from our participants

Before I joined this group I didn’t have people I would trust to discuss problems, and now I found a community. I would love to continue in the masterclass to help as co-trainer.

Leraine DU StepUp Alumni

I’m not sure you will ever truly know how much of an impact you’ve had on me. You have supported and pushed me in so many ways to help me grow. I had my trial lesson and interview today. They offered me the job! Whoo hoo! Happy dance!!

Denise Ha StepUp Alumni

Attending the StepUp Team Masterclass was a truly valuable experience. It helped me gain more clarity and confidence in my direction, both professionally and personally. I left the workshop feeling inspired, better equipped with practical tools, and surrounded by a supportive community. It reminded me how important it is to stay connected with my values and to take action with purpose.

Ioana Cioaca StepUp Alumni
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About us

We are StepUp Team

"StepUp Team is a group of professionals who specialize in coaching highly educated women with an international background in the Netherlands. Our mission is to empower and develop every participant to take the first steps towards their dream career.

We believe every woman has unique strengths. Our passion is to encourage you to recognize them, take the next step and create the future you envision."

Vera Goedhart

The StepUp Programme

Your StepUp journey, step by step

A practical and inspiring 2-month programme

Build your self-confidence, develop your professional skills and create the network you need to thrive in the Netherlands.

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What StepUp helps you build

What StepUp helps you build

We focus on what truly matters for your personal and professional growth in the Netherlands.

Confidence

Recognize your strengths, communicate your value and believe in your potential.

Direction

Gain clarity about your goals and the next steps in your personal and professional path.

Skills

Develop practical tools and knowledge to navigate the Dutch labour market with confidence.

Connection

Build meaningful relationships, expand your network and belong to a supportive community.

We are more than a program.

We are a community that empowers you to thrive.

At StepUp Team, you will find the support, inspiration and opportunities you need to create the future you envision.

Stories from our community

Real women. Real journeys.

Discover how women in the StepUp community have grown in confidence, developed their skills and taken meaningful next steps.

A real participant testimonial will be added here. This space can be used to share her experience, personal growth and the next step she took with support from StepUp Team.

Participant name StepUp programme and year

A shorter participant testimonial will be added here once the final story has been supplied.

Participant name StepUp programme and year

A shorter participant testimonial will be added here once the final story has been supplied.

Participant name StepUp programme and year

Our team

Meet the people behind StepUp

Our team brings together experience, dedication and a shared commitment to helping women recognize their strengths and take their next step.

Vera Goedhart, founder

Vera Goedhart

Founder

Ana Denis

Ana Denis

Role to be confirmed

Ana Rita Lambuca

Ana Rita Lambuca

Role to be confirmed

Isabela Casquer

Isabela Casquer

Role to be confirmed

Mai El-Nahass

Mai El-Nahass

Role to be confirmed

Sofia Cardenas Begazo

Sofia Cardenas Begazo

Role to be confirmed

Susana Dominguez

Susana Dominguez

Role to be confirmed

Different paths.
One community.

Wherever you are in your journey, StepUp Team is here to walk alongside you.

You belong here.

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