Turkish speaking buddy wanted for woman with 2 year old child.

For a woman from the women's shelter we are looking for a buddy who comes from Turkey. Her social network in the Netherlands is very small. She does not speak Dutch yet. Would you like to hang out with her, so that she can come out of her isolation a bit more? Then we would like to get in touch with you!

The Salvation Army is looking for people who want to offer support to people from The Hague who have experienced domestic violence. A disruptive experience that leaves deep scars. Even when it is safe again, it can take a long time before someone is themselves again and dares to participate in society.

This buddy project has been set up especially for them.

We are looking for people who want to help as a buddy to break through the isolation and to help build self-confidence and future prospects. It is about friendly contact, doing fun things together and offering a listening ear. Where necessary, you offer practical help and support and help your buddy over the threshold by, for example, going with them to the library or a community center.

Are you:

• Do you live in the area of The Hague?
• Available for at least a year for approximately 2 hours per week?
• Someone with a big heart for vulnerable people?
• Socially skilled and patient?
• Realistic and reliable?
• You respect the objectives of the Salvation Army Welfare and Health Care Foundation.

Then we would like to meet you!

As a volunteer you will receive training and personal guidance.

There are also four intervision meetings per year where you can meet your fellow volunteers and exchange experiences.

You are willing to participate in the training and intervision.