Josine Maaskant

Josine Maaskant is an experienced professional specializing in urban geography and spatial development. Currently serving as Adviseur Leefomgeving Projecten at Portaal since February 2023, Josine has previously held roles such as Gebiedssecretaris Ruimtelijke ontwikkeling West en Noordwest and Trainee Gebiedssecretaris at Gemeente Utrecht from November 2018 to October 2022. Josine’s experience includes a brief tenure as Trainee Inclusieve Buurten at Portaal and participation in socio-spatial projects during an internship at Companen Advies. Additionally, Josine contributed to AGORA magazine as Penningmeester, focusing on contemporary socio-spatial issues. Academic credentials include a Master’s degree in Urban Geography from the University of Amsterdam, along with studies at Utrecht University and the University of Oslo. The educational foundation includes a VWO-diploma in Economics and Society from Vrije School Zutphen.