Find out how to make the leap from textbook to informal Flemish chat when you're a beginner

Learn what it's like to feel cultural shock while living abroad.

In the super-diverse world in which our children are growing up, multilingualism is both an asset and a challenge. Join us to discuss it all.

In this workshop, you will be introduced to a variety of practical tips and strategies for communicating effectively with language learners.

Discover how pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care are supported in Flanders with practical tips and insights from a local midwife.

Do you want to learn to do this or do you need tips? The law, tires, brakes, lighting, gears, maintenance and lubrication. In this useful workshop you will get more information about it. Tailor-made for beginners!

How should you introduce yourself to neighbors, and how can you optimize your utility bills?

Finding work can be hard - Maire-Aimée will host a panel discussion with local recruiters to find out just what they are looking for

Learn about what different health insurances can offer you, some may surprise you!

Learn about cultural differences with communication and how to navigate conversations.

Discover what it's like to live abroad and how you could do it too

During this walk through the city center of Leuven, you will explore how meat production and consumption have evolved over time.

Join a born and raised Leuvenaar for a history walking tour of the city.

Get to know more about Belgian history and ask all your questions about our intriguing country

Gather your neighbours - from streetart, to neighborhood cookbooks, benches and raised flower beds the city has funding to make it happen

Learn about all the fun things to do in and around Leuven with the tourism office Visit Leuven.

Get a taste of Samen Zingen and everything else WISPER has to offer at this workshop!

Moving to a new place can be joyous, and then tough. Come learn how to navigate these feelings.

Vlaams Brabant share tips for exploring the region, beyond the obvious top 10

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Enjoy a warm cup of coffee or tea and great company in our cozy IHL event space.

Drop off your kiddo while you check out Expatival

Get a free immigration consultation (deposit required)

Try your hand at traditional polish paper cutouts under the watchful eye of IHL regular Kasia

Join us to exchange cultural insights, travel stories and customs from around the world

If you are sometimes overwhelmed by going to the library and get lost in all the literature, this tour is the perfect chance to get your bearings for the next time you visit the library.

Learn about the art of Chinese calligraphy

Get a sneak peak at 1 of our regular book clubs: Sci-Fi Leuven or Written by Women

Discover what makes the bizarre cultural phenomenon of Eurovision so special.

Learn about different options for citizenship and the do's and don'ts for becoming Belgian.

Explore rhythm and expression in this traditional Indian artform!

Come together to share your experiences as international parents, the good, the bad, the lonely, the frustrating and everything in between.

Meet people with special insights into all kinds subjects

Come discuss philosophy and get at taste of the IHL's Philosophy Club.

Join us for short chats where international parents exchange their best insights on raising kids in this vibrant city.

Get your picture taken at our Expatival photobooth!

Join the regular IHL volunteers for a taste of the IHL game nights!

Come get our face painted by the talented Sarah!

Come listen to the IHL band jam while you eat your lunch

Learn about Czech music and the Polka.

Come listen to the IHL band jam while we close out another Expatival!