Loneliness is not just something for the elderly. Even children and young people sometimes feel alone. Perhaps because they are bullied, things are not going smoothly at home, or they find it difficult to make friends.
A listening ear, some attention and doing something fun together can make a world of difference.
And that is exactly what you can do as a buddy!
What will you do?
You will be paired with a child or young person (between the ages of 8 and 18) who could use a helping hand. Together you will work in a playful way on self-confidence, social skills or just: having fun. Think about:
Together playing sports, hiking or doing crafts
.Exploring the neighborhood or discovering new hobbies
Talk about what's going on
Celebrating successes together
You will meet once a week or once every two weeks, at a time that suits you.
Who are we looking for?
You are between 18 and 32 years old
You live in or around Amsterdam
You can commit for 12 months (vacation is allowed of course!)
You connect easily to the world of young people
.You are open, positive and can listen well
What do you get from us?
Personal guidance from a permanent coordinator
Free training through the Volunteer Academy
Expense reimbursement
The opportunity to make a real difference to a young life