On October 16, 1989, the first section of the Erasmus Student Network was founded in Utrecht, The Netherlands. By 1994, there were 60 sections across 14 countries which later turned into 280 sections across 32 European countries and an official seat in Brussels. All in the name of 'students helping students,' ESN is the key volunteer student organization in international higher education in Europe, establishing the building blocks for cultural understanding and exchange, openness, and cooperation. Thus, enriching society through international students. ESN The Hague was founded in the Spring of 2017 when it became independent from its mother section ISN Leiden. ''Creating international friendships on a local level'' - that is our main goal. We will only be satisfied when you leave The Hague with long-lasting memories of the great time you had with your new friends from around the world. #THISisESN