Ylva van Den Hengel

Ylva van den Hengel is an experienced professional in the field of youth care, currently serving as the Head of Advocacy at Jeugdzorg Nederland since June 2011. With a robust background that includes roles such as Coordinating Policy Advisor and Senior Policy Advisor, focus areas include craftsmanship, family-based youth assistance, violence and child abuse, complex separations, improving fact-finding, and unaccompanied minor refugees. Prior experience encompasses positions such as Project Leader for client portals, management consultant, and process facilitator across various organizations, including Sterker Sociaal Werk, Ordina Consulting Public, and RIVM. Academic credentials include a Master of Science in Health Sciences from Maastricht University and additional studies at Linköping University and Sg. St. Canisius.