Speed dating with a language buddy

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Language is the key to participation in society, but learning a new language is difficult. Speaking is often the hardest part. People are afraid of making mistakes and therefore don't dare to speak. The only way to overcome that fear is by doing it. And that's where a language buddy comes in so handy. A language buddy is a volunteer who practices the Dutch language with the language learner by doing. In addition, language buddies also ensure that a permit holder or language learner can find their way around the city. They go out together to get to know the city; to the library, the museum, or just to have a cup of coffee. But you don't just get a language buddy. Volunteers are scarce and you need to have that click with each other to make it a success.

In the past, TopTaal has organized speed dating for its students with the aim of finding a language buddy. This was a great success. That is why TopTaal proposed its idea to OBA Leef en Leer. This department of the OBA is committed to all Amsterdammers who want to learn to read, write, and do math better. And successfully so, because in January and February, the OBA, in collaboration with TopTaal and VCA, is organizing three speed dating evenings for new language pairs. A great opportunity for volunteers to discover what it's like to be a language coach and a fun 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

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Would you like more information? Please contact us or go to: www.oba.nl/taalmaatje.html.

 

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