Anita Van der Stap

Independent Researcher & Community Economy Specialist
Anita Van der Stap is an independent researcher and community economy specialist with over two decades of experience in social impact projects and economic research. Passionate about fostering positive change, she combines analytical expertise with innovative social initiatives to empower communities and enhance social skills among youth.
Email Address
a.vanderstap@buzzmij.nl
Expertise
Community Development
Social Impact
Economic Research
Youth Empowerment

I am curious and entrepreneurial by nature. In the early 90s, I graduated with a master’s degree in Methods and Techniques from the Department of Political Science at the University of Utah.

After that, I worked as a researcher for various research institutions (Amsterdam Statistics and Research Bureau, Foundation for Economic Research).

Since 2001, I have been working as an independent researcher. In addition, I have developed several social projects aimed at improving the social skills of young people.

From 2012 to 2018, I worked with Henry Kasper at Buzzmij, a research and communications company. Since 2018, I have been a member of the Alkmaar Audit Committee.

I strive to contribute to a better world through various volunteer and management positions.