About KIT Events
KIT Events values a sustainable future. We invest our profits into KIT’s projects aimed at improving gender equality, sustainable economic development, and good health care worldwide. Our sustainable identity is also reflected in the daily choices we make concerning partnerships, suppliers, materials, products and catering.
A sustainable approach
We strive to successfully organise our conferences and events in a sustainable way. This means incorporating a sustainable approach in all aspects of our business with our employees, customers, guests and partners. We seamlessly fold this sustainability focus into a warm and hospitable approach ensuring that our guests have a wonderful experience in our venue.
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Customers and guests come first
Above all, we are experts in the field of hospitality. We offer a high standard of service in which the needs of our customers and guests come first. While working with our clients, we are happy to take on the role of adviser. With a high level of commitment and personal touch, we take the journey with our clients to skillfully translate your wishes into a well organised, memorable gathering.
SDG House
With KIT, we are housed in the SDG House: a community of organisations, entrepreneurs, scientists and NGOs that work towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. Are you looking for a speaker, sparring or knowledge partner? We will happily connect you with the relevant parties that are part of the SDG House. Whether it is a scientist from KIT, an innovative entrepreneur from the Impact Hub, a Prakken D’Oliveira lawyer or a spokesman for Fairfood—we can help you.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How is our location sustainable or environmentally friendly?
Our location contributes to sustainability and environmental friendliness by investing its profits in KIT’s knowledge projects that focus on a sustainable future worldwide. When you organize an event with us, you contribute to these initiatives. This means that in addition to enjoying a well-organized day at a fantastic location, your choice also has a positive impact on environmentally friendly and sustainable developments worldwide.
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What makes our location unique?
Our location is unique in many ways. Our building has a monumental status and was built in the 20th century. The impressive architecture, symbolism and reflection of colonial history and cultural diversity in combination with the beautiful marble makes it unique. In addition, our location contributes to sustainability by contributing its profits to knowledge projects aimed at a sustainable future worldwide. This makes it an excellent choice for organizations that value corporate social responsibility. The central location and easy accessibility by public transport makes it an ideal place for both local and international guests. Situated next to the Oosterpark, it provides guests with an inspiring and serene environment. In short, the unique combination of historical value, cultural significance, sustainability, central location and green surroundings makes the Royal Tropical Institute a special and attractive location in Amsterdam.
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How do we ensure the safety and well-being of our guests during events?
We believe it is important that our guests feel safe and that they have a carefree visit to our location. We ensure this by deploying security guards for events with more than 100 people and outside office hours. In addition, all our employees are trained in safety procedures and there are always qualified first aiders present in case of medical emergencies.
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What is the history of our event location?
KIT was founded in 1910 as the Colonial Institute, with the aim of collecting and disseminating knowledge about the Dutch colonies, particularly in the tropics. It served as a centre for research and education in the fields of tropical agriculture, trade, and health care. The current monumental building of KIT was designed by architect J.J. van Nieukerken and his sons and was completed in 1926. The building is a beautiful example of the Amsterdam School style, with detailed brick architecture, artistic decorations, and symbolic elements that refer to the colonial history.
After decolonization and the independence of Indonesia, the mission of the institute changed. It was renamed the Royal Tropical Institute and focused more on development cooperation, sustainable development, and intercultural cooperation.
Today, KIT combines its historical roots with modern objectives. The event venue offers space for conferences, symposia, dinners, parties, and cultural events, while at the same time striving for sustainability and social responsibility. The profits from events and activities are invested in knowledge projects that contribute to a sustainable future worldwide.
