Assistance to victims of human trafficking and domestic violence is a specialized course. We stay out of that.
Our volunteers deal with the lightheartedness of life. The participants are in a vulnerable position and that does require something special from our volunteers. They stand beside the participant, go at the participant's own pace and they can stand silence. Moreover, they know where their space ends and assistance begins.
Read here more about this project: "As a buddy, you don't have to save, just be."
Who are we looking for?
- Women 35+ with life experience, who are stable themselves
- Not a lifesaver, but someone who can go along with gaining positive experiences
- You do not mind being a buddy to someone for a short time sometimes, as people may be transferred at some point
What will you do?
In addition to engaging in fun activities, it is also nice if you would like to practice Dutch with your buddy. This will mainly be with women staying at Blijf Groep or Centrum tegen Mensenhandel.
What do you get from us?
- Professional guidance;
- Exchange of tips and experiences with other volunteers;
- An expense allowance of 10 euros each time to spend on an activity with your buddy;
- Free access to the full training offerings of the Volunteer Academy;
We don't throw you in at the deep end. We don't let anyone just ring your doorbell anywhere. As a new volunteer, you first receive training. Then you can really make a difference in someone's life.