#Mededoen

https://www.nov.nl/koers+mee/programmas/progmeedoen/default.aspx

This project aims to encourage the early involvement of asylum seekers and status holders in volunteer work to help them practice the language and build a social network and future in the Netherlands.

This project aims to involve asylum seekers and status holders in work to help practice their language skills and build contacts.

This project helps to integrate asylum seekers and status holders into society and enables them to develop beneficial skills. It is beneficial for organisations and volunteer centres as it creates a more diverse volunteer base.

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"It's a really good way to be in touch, practice the language and meet new people."

Netherlands, asylum seekers, status holders, integration, language

I declare that my project meets all the quality requirements here listed

• There are clear, planned outcomes for the local community based on identified needs.
• Volunteers bring added value to the project and don’t replace paid staff.
• Volunteers are recruited, trained and managed according to the quality volunteer management cycle.
• The conditions of the opportunity are inline with the relevant legal framework in the country/ region concerned. Eg regarding insurance, expenses payments, agreements/contracts etc.
• The volunteers are celebrated and thanked for their time and commitment.

Yes

• The organization providing the volunteer opportunity demonstrates an inclusive approach. Volunteers from all backgrounds and situations are welcome.

Yes

• There is the opportunity for the learning acquired through volunteering to be validated, if the volunteer desires it.

Yes