Willemijn Sneep is a local investigative journalist for Vers Beton, an independent journalism platform based in Rotterdam.

She’s interested in both environmental and social issues in her city, as these topics are often connected.

After a Bachelor in philosophy she got a Master in journalism and new media, both at Leiden University.

Photo by Willem de Kam

Willemijn Sneep

Basic information

Name
Willemijn Sneep
Title
Investigative Journalist
Expertise
Living Environment, Biodiversity, Social Issues
Country
Netherlands
City
Rotterdam
Links

Supported projects

True participation? Citizen’s Assemblies as a Solution for Climate Policies

  • Cities
  • Climate

MILAN/ROTTERDAM - Many cities in Europe are experimenting with Citizen’s Assemblies to design stronger and more inclusive climate policies. But are these experiments effective? The team are investigating the value and flaws of the assemblies as a solution for climate policies. 

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Angeniet Berkers

Food, Water, and PFAS: Investigating Grassroot Solutions to Chemical Pollution

  • Environment
  • Industry

PRAGUE - PFAS, a family of extremely hazardous chemicals linked to severe health issues, have been found in drinking water and vegetables, among others all over Europe. Against all odds, local communities and researchers across Europe are acting to find solutions to PFAS contamination in their food and water.

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Katerina Hefler