Henk Jan Meijer

Henk Jan Meijer possesses extensive experience in various leadership roles within governance and public service. Currently serving on the oversight board at SAOZ and as a member of the VVD faction in the Eerste Kamer der Staten-Generaal, Henk Jan Meijer also holds the position of President-commissioner at WILDLANDS Adventure Zoo Emmen, overseeing its management. Additional roles include Chair of the Supervisory Board at Kennispoort Regio Zwolle, and former Chair of the Program Council at Trendbureau Overijssel. Henk Jan Meijer previously contributed to national policy initiatives against racism and discrimination in football while serving at the Ministry of Justice and Security. With a strong foundation in municipal governance, roles included Mayor of Zwolle and Den Haag, alongside being an Alderman in Den Haag. Academic qualifications include a doctoral degree in Sociology from the University of Groningen.