History

IVA was founded in 1957during the post-war reconstruction years when companies and government were in need of sound, substantiated insights into labour issues.Over the years IVA'sresearch area expanded and new research techniques were introduced. What remains unchangedis our commitment to public issues and the bond with Tilburg University.

You can find more information on the history of IVA in the anniversary book 'Wetenschap werkt' ("Science works"), which was published in honor of the 50th anniversary of IVA in 2007. Youcan order the book (in Dutch)for free by filling out the contact form. The book is also available as aPDF document.

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