Volunteers on the radio about discovering meaning and talents outside their careers: “It gives me a lot of energy”

Volunteering is not only socially valuable – it also gives you, as a volunteer, energy, new insights, and a sense of connection with your surroundings. This is evident from the first radio item onRed Light Jazz Radio, in collaboration withVolunteers Central Amsterdam.

In the first episode, they tellMichielI’m sorry, but it seems there is no text provided for translation. Please provide the text you would like translated.Sassabout their experiences at the radio station. After a career in the financial sector, Michiel found a new, meaningful way to spend his time. For Sass, volunteering meant space for personal growth.

“You do work here in a semi-professional environment,” says Sas. “I’ve learned a lot.”

In the coming weeks, three more episodes will follow with inspiring stories from volunteers in Amsterdam. Listen along and discover how volunteering not only adds something to the city but also to yourself.

Listenhereto the first episode. The other episodes can be listened to live on the upcoming Wednesdays in the afternoon program between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM.