Maatjesproject - Teens on a Mission
Stichting Maatjesproject Gooi en Vechtstreek
Non-profit or charity
The Maatjes project connects people and society. We work on request for people with psychosocial, psychiatric and physical disabilities. We do this together with our volunteers. We take everyone ...
Are you between 17 and 35, with an hour of free time per week?
Practical details
Volunteering • Project role (Temporary)
Contact person
Leonore Hoogstraten
Provided
Requirements
#52326
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We are looking for young people who want to be a buddy for another young person who could use some help with, for example, language, connection, listening ear, social network, etc.
Are you or do you know someone between 17 and 35 with 1 or 2 hours of time per week living in Hilversum or Wijdemeren?
The Gooi & Vechtstreek Maatjesproject Foundation is looking for young people / young adults who want to be a buddy for another young person who could use some help.
We pair you with another young person, the participant, and depending on his or her needs, you will meet with this young person weekly for between 6 and 9 months.
For example, you will help with the Dutch language, help you find further education, set up your own social network, perhaps volunteer somewhere together. Exercising, just chatting or offering a listening ear. Everything is possible!
You will of course receive support through introductory training, intervision meetings and a coordinator who is your support and support.
What's important:
You are between 17 and 35 (approximately)
You master the Dutch language.
You have an open attitude and are curious about other cultures and/or lifestyles.
You are flexible and patient.
You are easily accessible.
You are reliable in making appointments.
So, are you or do you know someone who would like to become a buddy, please contact Leonore Hoogstraten at the Maatjesproject Gooi en Vechtstreek Foundation.
The Maatjesproject facilitates its volunteers as best as possible; there is an introductory workshop, there are regular buddy meetings, you will have a permanent contact person and we organize fun meetings with all volunteers, such as an evening at the film theater and an afternoon boat trip.
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About Maatjesproject - Teens on a Mission
The Maatjes project connects people and society. We work on request for people with psychosocial, psychiatric and physical disabilities. We do this together with our volunteers. We take everyone seriously and look at what people can do. Our mission is to activate people in content and to shape their existence. So that they participate in society and do not sink into loneliness and isolation. We are there and reach out; personal, close by and accessible.
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