Event: Statutory pension provision - Thinking about your pension whilst you're still young

Event as part of the "Women & Work" series // 18 November 2026 at 7 pm at the LernWerk

The issue of pensions does not only affect older people; young people, in particular, can start making provisions for their retirement in good time. The event focuses on independent pension provision for women, who are more frequently affected by poverty in old age.

Strong, confident & self-assured: a workshop for women aged 60 and over

Free one-day workshop on 29 November at the LernWerk // Part of Orange Days 2026 // Self-assertion, de-escalation and self-defence // Register at the Senior Citizens' Office

Under the title "Strong, confident & self-assured", the town of Bocholt is inviting women aged 60 and over to a free self-assertion workshop at the LernWerk on Sunday 29 November. The event is part of Orange Days 2026. Places are limited, so registration with the Senior Citizens' Office is required.

Suddenly a family: Financial support during parental leave

Online seminar provides information on pension entitlements, insurance and financial security for couples during parental leave

If one parent reduces their working hours and earns less as a result of taking parental leave, this can have long-term financial consequences for both partners. An online seminar on Tuesday 10 November 2026 at 7 pm will explain how to offset loss of income and safeguard pension entitlements and insurance cover.

From an idea to your own business: an online seminar for women

How does a business idea become a viable business? An online seminar on Thursday, 5 November 2026, at 6 pm will provide answers to this question. The event is aimed in particular at women who are considering starting their own business and would like to find out about the first steps towards self-employment.

Online seminar explores the transition to motherhood

Online seminar on 13 October // Focus on the concept of "motherhood" // Open to interested women

How does motherhood change one's professional and private life? An online seminar on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, at 7.00 pm will explore this question. The event is part of the "Women & Work" series organised by the local equality officers in the Borken district.

Online seminar helps women excel in job interviews

Online seminar on 1 October // Tips on professional presentation, communication skills and salary negotiations // Register online

How can you convey your strengths convincingly in a job interview? An online seminar from the "Women & Work" series will be held on Thursday 1 October from 7 pm, offering practical tips on how to present yourself with confidence and poise.

Women in mini-jobs: Online seminar explains rights and obligations

Wednesday 23 September at 7 pm // Event in the "Women&Careers" series // Register online

What rights do women in mini-jobs have, and what obligations come with marginal employment? An online seminar on Wednesday 23 September 2026 at 7 pm will provide information on this. Bocholt's Equal Opportunities Officer, Astrid Schupp, invites all interested women to the event "Women in mini-jobs - rights and obligations explained simply!".

Lecture on legal options for structuring marriage and civil partnerships

Information evening at the Europahaus Bocholt // Legal framework for married couples and cohabiting couples // "Women & Work" series

The City of Bocholt's Equal Opportunities Officer is hosting a talk on the legal options available in marriage and civil partnerships on Tuesday, 22 September 2026. At 7.00 pm at the Europahaus, lawyer Susanne Tombrink will explain the legal framework governing cohabitation. The event is aimed at interested women and forms part of the district-wide series "Women & Work%$.

Online seminar on private pension provision for women

Event on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, at 7 pm

As part of the "Women & Work" series, the municipal equal opportunities officers in the Borken district are inviting women to a free online seminar on private pension provision for women. On Tuesday, 9 June 2026, starting at 7 p.m., an expert will provide valuable tips for building up an additional income in old age. Registration for the digital event is now open.

Digital empowerment: series of seminars for women on how to present themselves in social networks

Presentations on how to present yourself confidently on social networks such as Instagram and LinkedIn // Free offer as part of "Woman & Career"

The Equal Opportunities Officer of the City of Bocholt invites interested women to two seminars on the professional use of social media. The events offer practical tips for building a personal online presence both in presence and in digital format. Participation in the talks in the "Woman & Career" series is free of charge for participants.