Together at Home Volunteer Fair and more!

Happy spring season, everyone! After the great turnout at our events last year, the Volunteer The Hague team is excited to be planning our next fun and informative event. Please join us on Saturday, 11 May from 13:00 to 17:00 at Amare for a supersized version of the Mix & Match Volunteer Job Fair titled Together at Home. This time, our event will be taking place in an even bigger venue in the heart of The Hague - with nearly 100 organizations eager to take on board internationals!

As always, this volunteer job fair will be a fantastic opportunity to expand your social circles by meeting fellow internationals from the area with whom you can share your experiences and tips about living in and around The Hague. And you'll be able to expand your professional networks as well, since we'll also have representatives from local NGOs and nonprofit organizations in attendance, all of whom are eager to work with international volunteers! The nearly 100 organizations registered so far focus on a wide variety of fields and interests, including human rights, social justice, refugee and migrant assistance, homelessness, animal causes, elderly care, child care, the environment, and so much more. There will be something for everyone, no matter your background or specialization!

To open the event, we'll have Gert-Jan Aleman, Director of PEP Den Haag, in attendance to offer some remarks about the importance of internationals volunteering in our community. And during the event, we'll also have some special guests who will speak about topics of particular interest to local internationals, including how volunteering can benefit skills building, interview tips for the non-profit world, NGO work, and more! We also have some great speakers lined up! For more info on the speakers and the full event program, take a look below. 

This event will take place in the centrally located Amare Den Haag and is organized by PEP Den Haag in collaboration with the Residentie Orkest, Open Amare, Cultuurschakel, and the Municipality of The Hague.

We hope you'll join us on 11 May for this fantastic learning and networking opportunity! Space is limited, so please be sure to register ASAP. We look forward to seeing you there!

Event highlights:

·        Nearly 100 participating non-profits

·        500+ volunteering opportunities

·        Personal and professional workshops by keynote speakers

·        Musical performances by the Residentieorkest and artists from The Hague region

Event Details:

📅 Date: Saturday, 11 May 2024

🕐 Time: 13:00 – 17:00

💰 Cost: Absolutely Free!

📍 Location: Amare - Spuiplein 150, 2511 DG Den Haag

Event Program:

13:00 Opening

13:05 - 13:20 Welcome notes

13:30 - 14:00 Presentation "Integrating Volunteering into your Job-Hunting Strategy" by Sarah Feid, an account manager at The Hague International Centre

14:15 - 14:45 Presentation "Hidden Gems of The Hague" by Harry Bogers, guide at Gilde Den Haag

15:00 - 15:30 Presentation "Dutch Culture Decoded: Navigating Windmills, Bitterballen, and Directness!" by Gert-Jan Aleman, director of PEP Den Haag

15.45 - 16:15 Presentation "Building Bridges: How Volunteering Bridges the Gap to Career Success" by Tetyana Benzeroual, Project Lead at PEP Den Haag

17:00 Event Closing

Musical performances at the Tribune Stairs:

12.45-13.15 Streetband FfAnderZ (at the entrance of Amare on the Spuiplein side if weather permits)

13.25-13.40 Musical opening by a horn quartet from the Residentie Orkest

13.40-14.15 Willy Caron Music Theater Choir conducted by Monique van Gils

14.35-14.55 Youth choir of the Armenian Cultural Association Abovian conducted by Svetlana Aghadjanyan

15.25-15.55 Music association Kunst Naar Kracht conducted by Benson Walch

16.25-16.55 Royal Hague Harmony conducted by Matthijs Valkenwaard

About the Presenters

Gert-Jan Aleman has been the director of PEP Den Haag since the beginning of 2023. Previously, Gert-Jan was manager of the Arbo Center of the Municipality of The Hague, where in 2016 he won a national prize as Vitality Manager of The Year. He passionately continues this line of work at PEP, aiming to enhance the vitality of The Hague's social organizations and contribute to a city where everyone can participate. Gert-Jan will offer an opening speech at the event on behalf of PEP Den Haag, Volunteer The Hague's parent organization.

Tetyana Benzeroual, BSc (Hons) Psychology, is an expat who has been in The Hague with her family since 2015. She started her career path in The Netherlands as a volunteer and was later hired as project lead for Den Haag Doet, Volunteer The Hague and Den Haag Doet Academie, where she works with the Municipality to fulfill our mission of connecting local internationals with meaningful volunteer opportunities at local nonprofit organizations. As a true citizen of the world who has lived, studied, and worked across North America and Europe, Tetyana is excited to offer her insights gained from her own experience and connect with people.

Leontien Kröner - van Selms is the project manager of Symphony 2030, the social programming initiative of the Residentie Orkest (Residentie Orchestra). Symphony 2030 serves as the title for the social pillar of the Residentie Orkest and stems from the ambition to be relevant and meaningful to all residents of the city, from all walks of life. Through projects such as "RO in the neighborhood," the City Orchestra "The Residents," and tailor-made thematic projects with social partners, we aim to inspire and connect residents of The Hague.

We harness the power of music to stimulate encounters and mutual engagement, to shed light on certain themes, and to build bridges between communities.

Collaborating Partners

Open Amare: There's always something happening and to experience at Amare. The public spaces serve as a stage for the creative energy of the entire city of The Hague. Come by and explore a multitude of programs. Open Amare is different every day and free to access. With Open Amare, creative energy from all corners of The Hague flows through our beautiful building, and we're delighted to share those diverse creations and activities with you as a visitor.

Residentie Orkest: For almost 120 years, the Residentie Orkest has been setting the tone as a symphony orchestra. Known for a broad, surprising, and challenging repertoire, the orchestra performs the most beautiful compositions. Beyond performances, the Residentie Orkest aims to connect and enrich the heart of The Hague's city life. This is achieved through educational programs, social projects, and stimulating collaborations with various cultural institutions. Through these initiatives, a city-wide audience is cultivated, involving residents and partners alike.

Cultuurschakel: Art and culture are invaluable to our city. The goal is for everyone in The Hague to experience what it's like to practice art themselves and to enrich themselves through the art of others. This is pursued by working towards a good, diverse, inclusive, and vibrant cultural climate in The Hague, both in schools and in leisure time. To achieve this, support is provided to schools, cultural institutions, and cultural providers with advice and subsidies. Additionally, information on cultural activities in The Hague is made accessible to the public, showcasing the range of available courses and connecting supply with demand.

The municipality of The Hague stands as a beacon of cultural richness, innovation, and diversity. As one of the Netherlands' most vibrant cities, The Hague is not only the seat of government but also a hub of international diplomacy and home to a thriving community of residents from all walks of life. As a cosmopolitan metropolis, The Hague embraces its role as a melting pot of cultures, fostering an atmosphere of inclusion and acceptance.

Registered Organizations

If you are a representative of a non-profit organization that is looking to share the work that you do (as well as register prospective volunteers on the spot at the event!), please join us by registering here. 



488 - Sheltering vulnerable individuals in society.

ACCESS- A longstanding non-profit organization dedicated to assisting and supporting the international community in the Netherlands.

Ambassade van Den Haag - Passionately and enthusiastically dedicated to creating a welcoming environment in The Hague by hosting tourists, business visitors, or students in the city center or at events elsewhere in the city.

Anders Den Haag - Combating poverty and providing social work.

Armeense Culturele Vereniging Abovian - Practicing Armenian culture and language, making it visible in the city, and connecting with other cultures.

Bewonersvereniging Noordelijk Scheveningen - Residents' association.

Biblionef Nederland – An NGO providing children aged 3 to 18 with access to new storybooks and reference books in schools and other children's organizations with an educational focus.

Bollywood Dansschool – Helping women appreciate and empower themselves through dance lessons, coaching projects, video shoots, and photo shoots.

Buddy Netwerk - A professional volunteer organization supporting vulnerable individuals through meaningful one-on-one contact with buddies.

Bureau LWPC - Bureau LWPC develops innovative concepts for people in vulnerable situations.

COA - The COA provides asylum seekers with livable and safe shelter and guides them towards a future in the Netherlands or elsewhere, in collaboration with partners in society.

Community Plus – Community Plus works on a sense of community in The Hague by starting and supporting projects in the areas of social cohesion, quality of life and sustainability.

Coöperatie Eva en jongerencentrum De Plek - Assisting women in starting and expanding their own businesses and promoting youth participation, providing support for their personal development.

De Getrainde Vuisten - Stichting De Getrainde Vuisten offers various target groups a trusted sports environment, with traditional sports components from Chinese and Japanese martial arts.

Eekta - Volunteer organization dedicated to the welfare of the community, with a strong focus on social initiatives and safety, boasting a solid volunteer base enthusiastically participating in various activities.

Expatriate Archive Centre - The Expatriate Archive Centre collects and preserves the life stories of expatriates worldwide for future research.

Female Ventures- An organization that builds cross-generational community of ambitious female professionals.

Gemiva - Gemiva supports people with disabilities or chronic illnesses and contributs to a good and ordinary life.

Grafische Werkplaats - With its facilities and extensive knowledge of printing techniques, the workshop is a unique and necessary link within The Hague's maker climate.

Grote Kerk - The foundation works enthusiastically on opening the church and tower to (foreign) visitors, organizing tours, lectures, and assisting with cultural events.

Haags Verhaal - A cultural-societal initiative that lets you discover another world in your own city through stories, images, and music.

Haagsche Schoolvereeniging – An international school where volunteers help with lunch and supervise children on the playground during lunch breaks.

Haagse Watervrienden - Volunteer-run swimming club for all ages and levels, offering swimming lessons, fitness swimming, competitive swimming, activities for the elderly, and snorkeling and survival diplomas.

Het Nederlandse Rode Kruis - Helping vulnerable people promote self-reliance, so they feel stronger and safer and promoting respect and willingness to help so that no one is left alone in times of need.

Huis van Vervoering - House of Transport is the breeding ground for performing arts for all 55+ residents of The Hague and its surroundings.

Humanitas Haagland - Humanitas Haagland is there for people who, together with a volunteer, want to change their situation on their own strength.

HWW zorg - Care organization in The Hague for good care so that everyone can live as well as possible at home or in one of our locations.

Iedereen een Meester – A foundation that connects volunteers with (primary) schools in The Hague to contribute to the learning and living environment of children positively.

Indoor Beach Centrum Lindobeach - Lindobeach is committed to social and community goals, collaborating with various organizations such as Welfare agencies, Youth and Family, and caregiver agencies, focusing on connection and development..

Jasmijn Vereniging – Organizing activities, improving the living environment, and promoting contacts between neighborhood residents.

Kinder- en Jongerenrechtswinkel Den Haag - Providing free legal advice to children and young people up to the age of 27.

Kleurrijk segbroek - Connection regardless of beliefs of every culture.

Leger des Heils - Regio Noordwest - Continuously striving for the most vulnerable people in our society with passion and impact based on the Christian faith.

Make it art worthy - Where everything can be art.

MEBYF - An organization supporting the development, inclusion, participation, emancipation, and entrepreneurship of the local Spanish-speaking community.

Middin - Middin helps people with a disability or acquired brain injury to live life in the middle.

Move - Move has projects focused on equal opportunities and citizenship: students/young professionals are paired with children who receive fewer opportunities than their peers, and together they dive into each other's lives, discover their talents, and take action together for others.

Muze’s kus – Creating theater and engaging in dialogues about societal and social themes; we want to exchange knowledge between cultures and create connections between people.

Netwerk Haagse Helpers - A community of volunteers building a socially connected city, where young people help, inspire fellow citizens, and themselves flourish.

Quiet Community Den Haag - Quiet helps people living in (silent) poverty

Rainbow Den Haag - Stand up for homosexuals and other sexually oriented individuals and also help refugees.

RTV DISCUS – Stimulating debate in the broadest sense: political, social, and cultural through audio and television broadcasts.

RVVS - Billiards for young and old.

Saffier - Sapphire supports (aging) people to be and remain themselves, whether they still live at home or in one of our locations.

School De Vrije Ruimte - is a democratic school for primary and secondary education at the MAVO, HAVO, and VWO levels and have faith in the inner strength of children.

Scouting Haagse Hout - Scouting offers fun and exciting activities that challenge girls and boys to develop personally.

Scouting Regio Den Haag - Scouting region The Hague is the collaboration of all Hague Scouting groups.

Sociale Energiecoöperatie De Groene Smaragd - Social energy cooperative that aims to produce and provide electricity and heat in the Mariahoeve district at competitive prices and thus keep the money invested in energy within the district by investing it in the district.

Speak Life Empowerment NL - Together against honor-related violence, visible, education to make The Hague safer for women, children, and families.

Speelgoedbeurs - Collecting toys, checking them, and turning them into beautiful gifts to be distributed twice a year to children with an Ooievaarspas.

Stadslink - To shape dreams & talents of the city, Stadslink develops workable concepts in collaboration with the city and its residents.

Stek - voor stad en kerk - Stek supports citizens of The Hague who seek help because they find themselves in vulnerable situations such as assistance with debts, filling out forms, individual financial aid, but also by empowering them through homework assistance, language, and bicycle lessons.

Stichting Avrasya - Is distinctive with its own vision on emancipation and integration and with their activities they reach many women at the basis of their existence. They are there for women who want to give form and content to their self-development.

Stichting Lekkernassûh contributes to a fair and sustainable food chain in The Hague and surrounding areas. We form the link between you and local farmers, gardeners and other producers. Together for a fair food chain in The Hague!

Terra Foundation - A nonprofit organization that aims to mitigate climate change by supporting the development of locally-led reforestation initiatives and social entrepreneurship in the Amazon.

Terre des Hommes – A charity foundation dedicated to combating child exploitation worldwide.

The Hague Humanity Hub is a not-for-profit organization aiming to support and strengthen the diverse community of professionals working for peace&justice in the Hague and beyond through programming, campus and services.

The Hague International Centre - A point of contact for internationals and international staff of organizations and companies in The Hague region.

The Hungry Mind - A volunteer run community center in the middle of the beautiful Ockenburgh.

Theater en Bistro Branoul - Grand performances in a small theater.

Theatergroep Drang - A theater company focused on addressing societal issues, especially for vocational education students, through inspiring, confronting, multidisciplinary, and humorous performances.

Theosophical Society Point Loma – TSPL is for anyone who wants to think independently and seeks truth and wisdom.

Viable Community - An international organization dedicated to preserving and restoring nature by organizing highly efficient projects.

Vitalis - Connecting children lacking attention with a voluntary buddy to prevent them from requiring (heavier) youth counseling.

VluchtelingenWerk Nederland (Den Haag) - VWN provides social and legal guidance to refugees with residency status.

Voedselbank Haaglanden - Offers temporary food aid to anyone who does not have enough money left for food after paying the fixed costs.

Voorall - The Hague advocate for people with disabilities.

VTV - Leisure activities, Home buddies, and Education, offering people with disabilities various group activities, home buddies, and 1-on-1 sports guidance with the Movement Coach in the regions of Delft and The Hague.

WCM – A mixed choir with a varied repertoire

Wijkcentrum de Rank - A foundation that offers various activities and services from a Christian life perspective to increase livability and social cohesion in the Laak district of The Hague and to help and support in resolving mental and psychosocial problems.

Wijkoverleg Statenkwartier - For and by all residents of the Statenkwartier neighborhood.

Wijkz The Hague welfare organization, active in seven Hague districts where working together with residents is aimed at creating a livable city.

WZH Woonzorgcentra Haaglanden - A pleasant organization in elderly care, with 14 locations and Home Care.

Yasmin - Yasmin Women's Center strives for a society where women are empowered.

YMCA Den Haag - Inclusive Youth organization specializing in Summer Camps and other youth activities.

Zeekadet Korps Den Haag - The coolest nautical association in The Hague that enthusiastically engages youths in the nautical world and for youths who are not interested in playing soccer or hockey on Saturdays.

Zuiderparktheater - Zuiderpark Theater organizes outdoor activities.