Monique Veldhuis

Monique Veldhuis is a seasoned professional in youth justice and child protection, currently serving as a Beleidscoördinator team jeugdcriminaliteit at the Ministerie van Justitie en Veiligheid since December 2023. With extensive experience as an Adviseur beleid jeugdreclassering/jeugdstrafrecht at Jeugdzorg Nederland since June 2021, Monique has advocated for the interests of juvenile care members in political and societal arenas. Previous roles include behavioral scientist at the William Schrikker Stichting Jeugdbescherming en Jeugdreclassering and management positions at Jeugdbescherming Gelderland, where Monique contributed to strategic policy development and internal audits. Monique holds a master's degree in Forensische orthopedagogiek and multiple bachelor's degrees, showcasing a strong academic foundation that complements professional expertise in youth care and justice systems.