CV - Margreeth van der Oord

Hello and welcome,

What you’ll find in the CV below is a brief overview of the education, knowledge, and experiences that form the foundation of my work—whether that’s mentoring, coaching, facilitating international training, or creating space for meaningful intercultural gatherings.

Each line reflects not just qualifications, but a deeper journey: one rooted in curiosity, connection, and a belief in the power of shared wisdom. My approach is shaped by lived experience, global perspectives, and a deep respect for the unique stories each person brings.

I hope this gives you a sense of the values and vision that guide my work—and most of all, I hope it invites a sense of trust, acceptance of who you are, and the possibility of feeling connected wherever our paths might cross.

Margreeth

CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL TEACHER TRAINING

Applied Science
Certified Teacher and School-Leadership
– In dept study early childhood development and discourse; Western Psychology and Intervention strategies
– General Management – Financial Management
Science:
– Certified Strategic Management/Change Mgmt., Utrecht University
Science:
– Certified Professional Teacher: Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy.
Trained by: Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit, Cambridge University, Clinical Psychology, Oxford University,
Oxford Mindfulness Center
– Certified Professional Teacher: Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
Trained by: University of Massachusetts Medical School
Incl. Sciences: Eastern and Western Psychology; Behavioral Science, Mental Health, Psychological-Social Support,
Neuroscience: In dept Experiential learning.

CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL TEACHER WITHIN HUMANTARIAN CONTEXT

Development of an Holistic View and in dept training within Humanitarian Context.
Certified by The Teacher Trainer Awareness Institute in the USA & University of California- Berkeley Greater Good Science Center
In dept science based experiential Awareness Training. Intercultural Trainer ship

incl.Topics:
– Trauma Informed Intervention Approaches ( migration, violence, discrimination, discourse, life changing
situations)
– Neuroscience
– Somatic Approach as interventions for (early)Life, End of Life and Life-changing events addressing: depression,
burn-out, loss & grief
– Social Civil Awareness, Cultural Awareness, Inter-Generational Transmission
– Dialogue and non- violent Communication, Cross Cultural reflection
– Wisdom teachings from diverse religions and ancient wisdom traditions
– Rituals

CERTIFIED MEDITATION TEACHER: SPIRITUAL TRAINING

Spiritual Teachers representing diverse wisdom traditions: Tara Brach, Jack Kornfield, Christina Feltman, Eckhard Tolle, Deepak Chopra, Joanna Macyand and others
Tsétrul Pema Wangyal Rinpoche and Jigmé Khyentse Rinpoche: Dzogchen Tantra; Compassion,
Thich Nhat Hanh: Applied Buddhism
Body Awareness Training: Teja Bell, Jonathan Foust
Cutting edge science: Bessel van der Kolk, Gabor Maté, Peter Levine, Daniël Siegel, Rick Hanson, and many others

PHILOSOPHY OF LIFE:

THE WORLD:
I’ve been curious trough out my life why people behave as they do. I’ve tried to see life through my mind’s eye. I’ve traveled in many place, deep dives in my own heart I finally understood that there is an incredible beautiful being in each of us. This led me to a Radical Choice for Love. Also leading to Radical Acceptance of how things are showing up.

Now more than ever, we’re called to remember how deeply we belong to one another, and to this Earth. I envision a world where every person feels truly seen, heard, and empowered—free to embrace their inner light. A world where deep dialogue and heartfelt presence create real change, and where diversity is celebrated as a source of strength.

In this vision, “Earth& U” is more than a phrase—it’s a foundation. A reminder that each of us is a vital thread in the whole. When we let go of the illusion of separation—between people, cultures, and beliefs—we begin to co-create a more connected, compassionate world.
We are part of a living, breathing world – shaped by our choices, enriched by our differences, and connected across cultures and generations

RELIGION:
I’ve chosen Unconditional Love as my guiding principle. Unconditional love can serve as a common ground that transcends religious, cultural, and personal differences, and the challenge of navigating differing beliefs while maintaining that love.
I try to understand (not judge) why you believe what you do and respect your journey. Unconditional love is about being compassionate, highlighting universal thread running through nearly all human cultures and faiths. It’s ok to disagree, but it’s also beautiful to engage with others in a way that seeks to learn, not to win. Unconditional love can take on many forms depending on cultural, personal and religious contexts.
By embracing all aspects of life on Earth I’d like to give your imagination something better to work with than we get from the movies and the news, for you to find the bridges to others and make it safer for the children of today’s and tomorrow’s world. Cultivating cross-cultural wisdom, resilience, and conscious citizenship, equipping each other with the skills to thrive in an interconnected world.

CURRENT MEMBERSHIP AND VOLUNTEER WORK

Board of Governance: Anna Lindh Foundation-NL: https://alf.website/en/

Ambassador: Museum of Humanity, Zaandam: https://www.museumofhumanity.nl/

Earlier:

Red Cross: Mental Health and Psychological Support | Refugee Center
Mental Health and Psychological Support | National Team for all RC-professional workers and all volunteers
Mental Health and Psychological Support | Regional Rescue Team
2025 ended; due to organizational decision to stop and reorganize this aid.

Volunteer: Trainer/Coach
During and after loss & grief: partners of prostate cancer patients upon request of the Prostate cancer Patients Association in The Netherlands

Board Member Loss & Grief Association In The Netherlands