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Jaber, a newcomer himself, now wants to help others integrate by doing volunteer work.
A full-time job where you can do paid volunteer work one day a week? It’s possible! With this idea in mind, Samenvijf was established in January 2017. A reportage.
Every month Jan Barnhorn, a volunteer at VCA, interviews a volunteer. Seeking the motivations of these people. This month Jan meets Edith Otten. She has been wholeheartedly connected to the Heemtuin in Sloterpark for years.
Cynthia Jhinnoe (35) has an impressive resume as a volunteer. At the age of sixteen, she was already involved in the establishment of the youth information café The Site. After many volunteer positions, she is now active for Burennetwerk in the Baarsjes.
Mathis Fleer (38) can be found at the Marnixbad every Monday evening playing games with people with intellectual disabilities. Read the interview with him.
Every month, Jan Barnhorn, a volunteer at VCA, interviews a different volunteer. Seeking to understand the motivations of these individuals. This month, Jan meets Frans Braam. He volunteers for three organizations, always focusing on organizing administration.

