Baukje Dijkstra
Profile
Baukje Dijkstra is a Dutch politician and former diplomat who has served as the Mayor of Winterswijk since April 2026. Born in Leeuwarden and raised in Kollumerzwaag, she studied Chinese and Arabic at Leiden University. Before entering local politics, she had a distinguished career with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, serving in Pakistan, South Africa, and Egypt, where she notably advocated for women's rights. As mayor, her portfolio includes public safety, regional cooperation, and communication.
Details
- Born
- 1963-08-13 · 62 years old
- Birth place
- Leeuwarden, Netherlands
- Education
- Leiden University
- Career
- Diplomat at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
