Speed ​​dating with a language companion

Language is the key to participation in society, but learning a new language is difficult. Often speaking is the most difficult. People are afraid to make mistakes and therefore do not dare. The only way to overcome that fear is to do it. And a language companion comes in handy. A language buddy is a volunteer who practices the Dutch language by practicing with the language learner. Language buddies also ensure that a status holder or language learner can familiarize themselves with the city. They go out together to get to know the city; to the library, the museum or just have a cup of coffee. But you don't have a language companion just like that. The volunteers are scarce and you just have to get in touch with each other to make it a success.

TopTaal has organized speed dates for its students in the past with the aim of finding a language buddy. This was a great success. That is why TopTaal presented its idea to OBA Leef en Leer. This department of the OBA is committed to all Amsterdamthose who want to improve their reading, writing and arithmetic skills. And with success, because in January and February the OBA organizes three speed date evenings for new language couples in collaboration with TopTaal and VCA. A great opportunity for volunteers to discover what it is like to be a language coach and a great opportunity for language learners to find a language buddy. Two birds with one stone! Will we see you there?!

• Oba Osdorp - January 29
• Oba Banne - February 12
• Oba Bijlmer - February 26

Do you want more information? Take Contaccontact us or go to: www.oba.nl/taalmaat.html.