Nieuwspoort

International press centre Nieuwspoort (English: news gate) is a meeting point for politicians, journalists, lobbyists and press officers. Press conferences by politicians and ministers often take place at Nieuwspoort.

Nieuwspoort is an advocate of free press and freedom of speech. Therefore, Nieuwspoort is involved in a variety of activities to increase public awareness and involvement with politics.

1. Democracy in Debate

Nieuwspoort is one of the partner organisations behind Democracy in Debate, a series of monthly political events in The Hague. Democracy in Debate is further organised by the Montesquieu Institute, the Filmhuis Den Haag¹ and ProDemos².

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The Filmhuis Den Haag (movie theater The Hague) is an independent arthouse showing primarily films that are not shown in regular cinemas. The Filmhuis Den Haag also organises lectures, debate evenings, workshops and educational screenings.
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ProDemos is the 'House for Democracy and the Rule of Law'. ProDemos explains the Dutch govermental system and the rule of law to students, tourists, members of political organisations and other guests. The ProDemos Visitor Centre is located directly opposite the Houses of Parliament (Binnenhof) in The Hague. From here ProDemos provides guided tours, educational programmes, debates, exhibitions, and courses.
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Are you interested in the story behind the news? Visit Democracy in Debate, a series of monthly activities organized by Filmhuis The Hague, the Montesquieu Institute, Nieuwspoort and ProDemos about current (political) affairs and interesting themes. These events take place in The Hague.