English speaking volunteer refugee buddies

• You will be paired with a refugee for a minimum period of 3 months.
• You will help in building a social network.

We offer you

• A careful match with a refugee.
• A mandatory introductory training.
• Individual support from a volunteer coordinator.

• You are interested in and respectful of other lifestyles.
• You are empathetic.
• You can motivate people.
• You are willing to commit at least 2 hours per week (on a weekend or weekday, as you prefer).
• You are available for at least 3 months.
• A certificate of conduct (VOG) may be requested (Humanitas will pay the costs directly)
• Available to communicate in English; Dutch is not necessary.

Humanitas Groningen provides social support to refugees with residence permits who move to Groningen from an asylum seekers' centre (AZC). Through individual support from a buddy, we assist refugees in building a social network in the city of Groningen, fostering a sense of belonging and connection. As a refugee buddy, you can make a difference!

For more information, interest, or questions, please contact Yuling Chang at yuling.chang@humanitas-groningen.nl or call the general number of Humanitas Groningen 050 312 60 00.