| Status | Full Member |
| Chartered | 1946 |
| Alias | Nederlandsche Tafelronde, NTR |
| RTI Acronym | RTNL |
| RTI Region | CEE |
| Mother Association | RTBI |
| Socials |
The Netherlands is known for its open-minded society, strong emphasis on collaboration, and deep-rooted culture of community engagement. With a history of international trade, innovation, and social responsibility, it’s no surprise that Round Table The Netherlands (Nederlandsche Tafelronde) has flourished as a key part of the global Tabling movement.
As a highly active international association, Round Table The Netherlands embraces the core principles of fellowship, self-development, and community service. Dutch Tablers take pride in dynamic discussions, professional networking, and impactful service projects, making a real difference both locally and globally. Being part of Round Table International, RTNL fosters strong connections beyond national borders, ensuring that Dutch Tablers remain at the forefront of global Tabling initiatives.
With a spirit of collaboration, innovation, and tradition, Round Table The Netherlands continues to be a driving force within the movement, uniting passionate individuals who are committed to personal growth and meaningful service.
The Association
History
The first Dutch Table was founded in Utrecht on June 7, 1946, by Henk Bruna, who discovered Round Table during a work placement in Reading, England in 1935. Upon returning to the Netherlands he wanted to found Round Table The Netherlands, but the outbreak of World War 2 delayed his efforts. When Round Table finally took root in the Netherlands, it quickly gained momentum, expanding into a nationwide network with over 200 Tables and thousands of members.
Districts and Tables
Within the Netherlands, there is a total of 14 Districts, each representing between 8 and 18 Tables each. They are stylistically numbered with Roman Numerals. The Association has a 15th District, called District C, which includes 2 Tables located in the Dutch Caribbean.
National President & Motto
Every year the National President chooses a motto wich will be the central theme that year. In 2025 RTNL President Bastiaan van Zanten chooses “Take The Leap” — A year of growth and courage.
Life is full of moments where you need to jump. Not because you know exactly where you’ll land, but because you trust that you’ll grow along the way. “Take The Leap” is about those jumps – big or small – that shape you and move you forward.
Those who wait for the perfect moment often watch it pass them by. So don’t wait any longer: start today, take that step, make that leap. Take The Leap! — Bastiaan van Zanten, RTNL President 2025/2026
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- 2025–2026 — Bastiaan van Zanten — Take The Leap
- 2024–2025 — Erik ten Vergert — Tabling is a Gift, Pay it Forward
- 2023–2024 — Mark Meijer — Tabling Speaks Every Language
- 2022–2023 — Sjoerd Perfors — Make It Count
- 2020–2022 — Patrick Kip — Creating Connecting (2.0)
- 2019–2020 — Aart de Boer — Future Is Now
- 2018–2019 — Erik Post — Breaking Boundaries
- 2017–2018 — Paul Vreeburg — “Tabling”, A Way Of Life
- 2016–2017 — Alex Blaauboer — Share Your Best
- 2015–2016 — Fer van den Hurk — Tabling Is A Journey, Travel It Well
- 2014–2015 — Mark Vermeulen — HOLLANDSCH
- 2013–2014 — Jan-Willem de Groot — Krachtige Vriendschap
- 2012–2013 — Hidde Fennema — Uitermate Aangenaam
- 2011–2012 — Tom-Peter Twigt — Tafel Met Trots
- 2010–2011 — Jeroen de Graaf — Verbinding
- 2009–2010 — Frank Capel
- 2008–2009 — Henk Jan te Veldhuis
- 2007–2008 — Vincent van Twuijver
- 2006–2007 — Jens Hoogstad
- 2005–2006 — Henk Jan Tannemaat
- 2004–2005 — Freerk Faber
- 2003–2004 — Alexander Haas
- 2002–2003 — Arjen Vels
- 2000–2001 — Jan de Mooij
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- 1946–1949 — Henk Bruna
Interesting Facts
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- The Dutch are also known as ‘The Orange Army’. If you see someone wearing orange, the’re probably Dutch.
National
National Service Project
Ongoing: Young & Parkinson
RTNL Service
Orphan Fund
As Round Table The Netherlands, we want to show the family that their father was a remarkable person who was a member of a remarkable club.
The Orphan Fund (Wezenfonds🔗) can provide a joint financial gift to the widow and children upon the death of a Tabler who is a member of the Round Table The Netherlands. The foundation collects gifts from Tablers after a call to the secretary of all Dutch Tables.
With service as an important philosophy within the Dutch Round Table, we as Tablers also support our fellow Tabler and their families when necessary. Within the orphan fund, we want to ensure financial support for the immediate family upon the death of a Tablers, together with all Round Tables
The financial contribution is intended for the education and/or development of the orphans. The funds can also be used for the funeral or cremation. In this way, the family can fully focus on the loss of their loved one without worrying about their finances during this period of mourning.
Aid Fund
The Aid Fund assists Tablers and former Tablers in difficult times.
The Netherlands has a fairly extensive social system. However, there is sometimes a need for financial support, if only because social legislation only provides for a minimum subsistence level. Tablers, former Tablers, and family members or widows of (former) Tablers of Round Table The Netherlands can turn to the Aid Fund (Hulpfonds🔗) in difficult times.
The Aid Fund can provide assistance in various ways, for example:
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- Advice on personal financial problems
- Financial support for the purchase of (medical) aids that are not reimbursed
- Financial support for special medical treatments
- Bridging financial need for the widow after the death of a (former) Tabler
The contributions have a maximum limit and are only granted to private individuals, never to companies. It concerns a loan that must be repaid as soon as it is financially possible.
International
International Recognition
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- 2021–2022 — RTI Social Media
- 2021–2022 — CEE Association of the year
- 2018–2019 — RTI Magazine of the year
- 2015–2016 — RTI Magazine of the year
- 2013–2014 — RTI Service project of the year — Help Philippines
Hosted International Events
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- 2024 — RTI World Meeting Maastricht
- 2017 — CEE Tabler’s Meeting Nijmegen
- 1987 — WOCO Conference Amsterdam
Rondel
The Rondel of the Nederlandsche Tafelronde (Round Table The Netherlands) features the classic Rondel with King Arthur at the top and the Tudor Rose in the center. The ring around the Rondel consists of four colors. Red, white and blue are the colors of the Dutch national flag. The orange on top is the national colour of The Netherlands. If you see someone wearing orange, it probably is a Dutchy!
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