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What is volunteering at the Brakkenfestival?

You will contribute to the enjoyment of play for children ages 4-12. You will supervise, along with other volunteers, one of the activities we offer. You invest your time and, in addition to experience working with children, get a lot in return:

  • You make it possible for children to have an enjoyable week of fun
  • Everything is well organized, as we have been doing this for over 30 years
  • Volunteering with us is fun
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Volunteer

You contribute to children's enjoyment of play. You will supervise, together with other volunteers, one of the activities we offer. You invest your time and get, besides experience in working with children, a lot in return. We ask for a flexible attitude but of course you may indicate a preferred activity when you sign up. 

Why I volunteer at the Brakkenfestival? I do it for the kids, things are well organized and it's fun! - Hans, 29 years

  1. You are

    • Minimum 16 years of age, or 13/14/15 as an assistant volunteer;
    • Minimum of 1 day available;
    • Participant in mandatory training;
    • Open, flexible and enthusiastic;
    • Someone who gets along well with children.
  1. You get

    • Guidance in your volunteer work;
    • A friendly work atmosphere;
    • Free online volunteer training;
    • Refreshments and lunch;
    • Thank you.
  1. Our code of conduct

    • We communicate openly and honestly.
    • We respect each other.
    • We do not bully, tease, intimidate or discriminate.
    • We have a flexible work attitude.
    • We wear the prescribed clothing.
    • We are careful with materials.
    • We stay away from other people's property.

Frequently asked questions

  • Can I also do a (social) internship with you?

    We have several options for this. Please contact us for this using the contact form....

    Can I also do a (social) internship with you?

    We have several options for this. Please contact us for this using the contact form.

  • What clothing should I wear while volunteering?

    We will lend you a T-shirt for the days you are there. Furthermore, you will wear easy-fitting clothes (that fit under your T-shirt) and closed shoes....

    What clothing should I wear while volunteering?

    We will lend you a T-shirt for the days you are there. Furthermore, you will wear easy-fitting clothes (that fit under your T-shirt) and closed shoes.

  • How old do I have to be to volunteer?

    You may volunteer with us from the age of 16. Are you 13, 14 or 15 years old? Then you can sign up and be an assistant volunteer. In that case, you have to apply together with someone who is 16+ and responsible for you. We have no upper age limit and...

    How old do I have to be to volunteer?

    You may volunteer with us from the age of 16. Are you 13, 14 or 15 years old? Then you can sign up and be an assistant volunteer. In that case, you have to apply together with someone who is 16+ and responsible for you. We have no upper age limit and always find suitable volunteer work.

  • What makes volunteering at the Brakkenfestival unique?

    Nowhere do you get the chance to make the large number of children happy in such a short time than at the Brakkenfestival. With us you quickly feel at home and, even though we are present with 150 volunteers every day, we give personal attention to e...

    What makes volunteering at the Brakkenfestival unique?

    Nowhere do you get the chance to make the large number of children happy in such a short time than at the Brakkenfestival. With us you quickly feel at home and, even though we are present with 150 volunteers every day, we give personal attention to everyone by using a coordinator per region. Do you have children of elementary school age? You can bring them along for free.

  • How much time do I spend volunteering?

    Most volunteers volunteer all days of the festival. This means that you spend these hours on your volunteer work, including your breaks, 2 x 15 minutes, and lunch,1 x 30 minutes. It is possible to volunteer with us starting from 1 day.   You r...

    How much time do I spend volunteering?

    Most volunteers volunteer all days of the festival. This means that you spend these hours on your volunteer work, including your breaks, 2 x 15 minutes, and lunch,1 x 30 minutes. It is possible to volunteer with us starting from 1 day.

     

    You report daily at 08.00 and finish around 17.00, earlier if we finish cleaning up earlier. Besides the vacation week itself, you can help with preparations, for example with a working group on a regular basis. Would you like to know more about this? Send an email with your question to info@brakkenfestival.nl.

  • Should I bring food and drink?

    No, that's not necessary. Thanks to our sponsors we can provide lunch, something sweet with coffee and water or something else to drink. We also offer free fruit in the volunteer hospitality area, where there are no children so you can really unwind....

    Should I bring food and drink?

    No, that's not necessary. Thanks to our sponsors we can provide lunch, something sweet with coffee and water or something else to drink. We also offer free fruit in the volunteer hospitality area, where there are no children so you can really unwind.

  • Can I smoke?

    We ask that you smoke in the smoking area, out of sight of the children. Ask your coordinator where to find the smoking area. ...

    Can I smoke?

    We ask that you smoke in the smoking area, out of sight of the children. Ask your coordinator where to find the smoking area. 

  • I have a disability. Can I volunteer then?

    Yes, you can. We always provide appropriate volunteer work so that both you, the children and your fellow volunteers enjoy your volunteer work....

    I have a disability. Can I volunteer then?

    Yes, you can. We always provide appropriate volunteer work so that both you, the children and your fellow volunteers enjoy your volunteer work.

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