Sylvia Groen: I See You

Entrepreneur

30 min

NL, EN

Job market,
HR,
Leadership,
Diversity / Inclusion

Influence,
Connect,
Inspire

Everyone wants to be seen.

Yet many people feel unseen—at school, at work, in healthcare, within organizations, or simply in everyday life. In this personal and inspiring talk, Sylvia Groen shows how small moments of attention can have a lasting impact.

With relatable stories, humor, and audience interaction, she takes her audience on a journey exploring (in)equality of opportunity, connection, and the power of genuine contact.

And she concludes with a message that lingers long after the talk ends:

“I see you.”

Why do some people get opportunities automatically, while others have to prove time and again that they matter?

And what can we do—starting today—to change that?

In her talk “I See You,” Sylvia Groen shows that (in)equality of opportunity isn’t just about policies or systems, but above all about people. It’s about being seen. Being heard. And it’s about the small choices we make every day in how we view one another.

Drawing on her experiences as an entrepreneur, moderator, coach, and presenter, Sylvia shares personal stories and encounters that show just how much impact a single sincere question, an open gaze, or a small gesture can have.

Not a heavy-handed presentation full of statistics, but an inspiring talk that touches, connects, and invites action.

Because ultimately, change begins with something very simple:

I see you.

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Suitable for

* Municipalities
* Education
* Healthcare organizations
* Businesses
* HR and leadership days
* Diversity & inclusion
* Networking events
* Nonprofit organizations

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Duration

* 20 minutes (inspirational session)
* 30 minutes (keynote)
* 45 minutes
* 60 minutes, including interaction
* Custom sessions available

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