FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES
National Network
Netherlands
Address
Ellekomstraat 26Country
City
The HagueProvince
Zuid-HollandStreet address 2
2573 XD Den HaagMobile Phone
+31653222779Telephone
06 10882528Year of Establishment
2025Contact Person1
Zebida RamazanJob Title 1
secretaryContact Person 2
Monica VersteegOrganisation Type
Public/Private Non-Profit FoundationFields of Activity
OthersGeneral Information
Encourage community participation
Help residents take an active role in shaping their neighborhoods—through volunteering, local activities, or community initiatives.
Support youth and the elderly
Provide services in youth work and senior support, focusing on talent development and reducing social isolation.
Use a strengths-based approach
Focus on what residents can do—their talents, skills, and potential—rather than what they lack.
Prevent social issues
Address loneliness, social exclusion, nuisance, and other issues through early intervention and support.
Collaborate with local actors
Work alongside professionals, volunteers, community leaders, students, and municipalities.
Promote safety, care, and well-being
Operate at the intersection of prevention, care, welfare, and neighborhood safety.
Mission and Objectives
Stichting Buurtwerk RO aims to contribute to livable, resilient neighborhoods by empowering residents, strengthening community ties, and creating opportunities for everyone—regardless of background.
Main Projects / Activities
Exercise for the elderly, Soup hour for the elderly and people with disabilities, Drawing lessons, Neighborhood safety committee, Creating and distributing a neighborhood newspaper
How can you contribute to the Network in your country?
I can contribute to the Network in my country by actively connecting local residents, community organizations, and public services. Through initiatives such as organizing activities for the elderly, supporting people with disabilities, and promoting neighborhood safety, I aim to strengthen social cohesion and inclusivity. I also believe in sharing knowledge and best practices — for example, by co-developing community newspapers, participating in local safety committees, and creating opportunities for intergenerational learning. By working collaboratively, I hope to build stronger, more resilient neighborhoods that are part of a larger, supportive network
Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
I want to join the Anna Lindh Foundation (ALF) Network because I believe deeply in the power of intercultural dialogue, social inclusion, and grassroots collaboration to build more resilient and peaceful communities. Our organization works directly with diverse groups — including youth, the elderly, and people with disabilities — to strengthen social ties, promote mutual understanding, and support civic participation.
Being part of the ALF Network would give us the opportunity to connect with like-minded organizations across the Euro-Mediterranean region, share best practices, and learn from innovative approaches in other countries. We are eager to both contribute to and benefit from the collective knowledge and experience of the Network — especially in areas like community empowerment, local safety, education, and cultural exchange