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The DEN Academy is the training provider for digital transformation in culture. Here, culture professionals are prepared for the process of digital transformation strategy. You receive tools to make your offerings future-proof in our digital society. You learn how to already prioritize the audience of the future, and together we explore new potential business models.

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Bootcamp 'Digital strategy for the cultural sector: from plan to practice'

Starts September 22, 2026

Have you completed the workshop, in-company training, or e-learning 'Digital Strategy' and need support translating theory into daily practice? Then this online bootcamp by DEN is for you!

  • Establish a strong digital ambition
  • Develop a 4-year plan and 1-year plan with quarterly goals
  • Learn about and work with practical tools
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Workshop 'Deepening AI for the cultural sector'

September 24 and October 1, 2026

How can AI truly help you in your daily work? And how can you apply AI smarter, more consistently, and creatively within your cultural organization? Discover this in this interactive two-day workshop.

  • Learn which AI tools fit tasks and workflows
  • Take the next step in your use of generative AI
  • Learn how to use AI according to the norms and values of the cultural sector
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Workshop: Prepare for the 'Audience of the Future'

September 24, 2026

Does your offering still align with a new generation of visitors? They grow up in a digitized society and are accustomed to a personalized and interactive approach. What does this mean for your organization?

  • Learn to explore the future and think in scenarios
  • Understand the needs of generations
  • Prepare for the future
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Our training offerings

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Online workshop: Cybersecurity in the cultural sector

June 24, 2026

Do you work in a cultural organization and want to know how to better protect your digital systems? In this practical online workshop, you'll work on an initial plan for a cyber-secure organization in just two hours.

  • Map your key digital systems and data
  • Gain insight into risks and appropriate measures
  • Take concrete steps towards structural cybersecurity in your organization
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Workshop: Working with Cultural Target Groups

June 11, 2026

Do you want to attract more Cultural Omnivores? Or become more visible to Local Leisure Enthusiasts? In this one-day workshop, you and a colleague from your organization will work with the Cultural Target Group Model and apply it directly to your organization.

  • Discover which target groups match your offerings and organization
  • Learn how to use personas and customer journeys for better audience insights
  • Turn audience data into concrete choices for communication, programming, and visitor experience
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Programma 'Digitaal leiderschap'

Start in oktober 2026

Zet de volgende stap in je professionele ontwikkeling met het programma 'Digitaal Leiderschap'. Je leert over digitale trends en innovatie en hoe je impact maakt voor een breed publiek. Versterk je rol als leider en geef richting aan vernieuwing

  • Krijg inzicht in je rol als verbinder
  • Ga aan de slag met nieuwe bussinesmodellen
  • Krijg kennis over digitale ontwikkelingen
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Masterclass: 'Change Management: Leadership in Digital Changes'

October 29, 2026

You want to take steps in your organization digitally. How do you bring your organization along with digital changes and ensure support?

  • Learn the basics of change management
  • Apply in practice: successfully guide change
  • Learn to work with the Prosci method
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Workshop: 'Change Management in Digital Projects'

November 12, 2026

How do you ensure colleagues embrace and adapt to your digital project? Gain knowledge and tools to effectively guide changes in your organization.

  • Learn the basics of change management
  • Bring your colleagues along in change
  • Immediately work on your own practical case
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Our in-company offerings

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Workshop digital strategy: start here!

Upon request

Together with your colleagues, we delve into digital transformation and what it means for your organization. This builds a foundation upon which you can further develop a digital strategy. 

  • Discover what digital transformation means for your organization
  • Formulate a joint digital ambition
  • Formulate activities to get started immediately
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Audience of the future

Upon request

Does your offering still align with a new generation of visitors? They grow up in a digitized society and are accustomed to a personalized and interactive approach. What does this mean for your organization and what will your offerings look like in 15 years?

  • Learn about trends and developments
  • Think in scenarios
  • Know what you can do now to be prepared for the future
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Impact thinking and measuring

Upon request

Focus on the future of your organization. We look beyond your output and delve into impact. We introduce impact thinking, so you learn how to create and measure impact.

  • Understand impact thinking: physical and digital
  • Learn about skills, methods, and indicators
  • Create a plan for your impact
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Working with AI in your cultural organization

Upon request
With the basic training ‘The power of AI in your organization,’ we help your team understand the basics and immediately discover what AI can mean for your organization.

  • Basic knowledge of AI for your organization
  • Work smarter, more creatively, and efficiently
  • Know the ethical aspects of AI
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Getting started with innovation in your team

Upon request

How do you foster innovation in your work? During this interactive in-company training, you and your colleagues will learn how to create new ideas and renew work processes.

  • Determine success factors for innovation
  • Get started with design thinking
  • Learn how to collaborate on innovation
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Need help choosing the right training?

Do you want to make digital transformation part of your strategy? But are you still looking for the right digital transformation training for your needs? Email us!

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DEN Academy trainers and organization

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Maaike Verberk

Director
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Chantal Keijsper

Partner and trainer DEN Academy
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Sophie Heijkoop

Project Advisor
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Maarten Kuiper

Advisor and partner at Wielinq
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Nienke van Langeveld

Trainer DEN Academy
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Trainer DEN Academy
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Apply for a 75% financial contribution for the costs of your chosen DEN package

Don't miss out: Platform ACCT supports training activities in the context of Digital Transformation. Applications can be easily submitted, and upon approval, you can claim 75% of the costs after completing the program. 

Whether you want to learn more about AI, how to drive digital change within your organization, or follow our digital leadership learning program - there is always a package that fits your ambitions.
 

Explore the different packages and take a step towards digital growth.

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