We Can at Tea Talk

Finding your place in a new country is never easy. For newcomers to the Netherlands, job searching, cultural adaptation, and building networks can be overwhelming. Beyond practical challenges, there is often a deeper need: a safe space to be heard and to connect.

That’s why Stichting Sunny Days launched the Tea Talk series. Over a cup of tea, participants share their journeys, their struggles, and their hopes — creating a space of trust, solidarity, and mutual inspiration.

Overview
The Tea Talk series was launched to inspire, connect, and support newcomers in the Netherlands as they navigate the challenges of job-seeking and integration. The first meeting created a welcoming space where participants could share their aspirations and struggles over tea in an intimate, community-based dialogue.

Objectives

• Provide newcomers with encouragement and practical motivation during their employment search.
• Create networks of mutual support and exchange.
• Build a safe, recurring platform for dialogue and growth.

Activities & Outputs

• Monthly meet-ups under the banner “We Can at Tea Talk.”
• Facilitated conversations led by Sunny Days staff with lived experience of migration.
• Establishment of a supportive community of practice for newcomers.

Role of Stichting Sunny Days
Sunny Days initiated and hosted the series, offering facilitation and a supportive environment.

Impact
Newcomers gain confidence, networks, and inspiration for employment and personal development.