+ How much does advice or consultation with the Support Center cost?
Advice from the Support Center is completely without obligation and costs nothing! We're happy if you are.
+ Would you also like to get the most out of the club?
Please do not hesitate to contact the Support Point. It is there for your questions. Small questions, bigger issues, all fine. You have and retain control. And: there are no stupid questions.
+ Why should we invest in volunteer policy?
There are several reasons for this. First of all, it just gives a good feeling when everything is well arranged. In addition:
- it gives your club a clear foundation. It is your compass, it makes it clear which rules and agreements are the basis.
- the people who are committed deserve to be treated with care.
- clear policy creates clear expectations.
- Ad-hoc policy costs a lot of energy. You would rather put this into the 'real' activities of the club.
- good policy also creates a safe environment for those involved and thus attracts the right people: those who do not agree with the principles prefer to go a step further. It also reduces the chance of unwanted situations.
+ What does the WBTR Act mean for us?
From July 1, 2021, the Management and Supervision of Legal Entities Act (WBTR) applies to all associations and foundations. The new law aims to ensure that the management, procedures and agreements of all associations and foundations are in order. This prevents issues such as mismanagement, conflicts of interest and financial fraud.
This also applies to your club. On the one hand, this is a great reason to arrange even more things properly, but on the other hand, this does take time. Fortunately, there is a five-year transition period to bring the statutes into line with the new law.
WBTR step-by-step plan
+ Do we need to insure our volunteers?
Volunteer work can involve risks. That is why it is important to know that the volunteers are properly insured. The municipalities of Heemskerk and Beverwijk have taken out collective insurance for those who are active in an organized context for people or society. In addition, volunteers have generally taken out liability insurance (which takes precedence over the municipality's insurance). However, in some cases it may be wise to take out separate insurance.
For more information, see the website of the voluntary commitment platform
+ How do we keep our club safe?
In a psychologically and socially safe environment, people feel free to speak out, ask questions and address others. The board has an exemplary role in this. In addition, it is important to properly arrange a number of supporting matters, such as a complaints procedure, a code of conduct (including transgressive behavior) or a whistleblower scheme. Appointing a confidential counselor is also very valuable.
The VOG is useful in the sense that as a club you know that a person has not committed any criminal offenses in the past. However, having and maintaining a pleasant, open culture of contact is something that requires daily maintenance.
+ Is a Certificate of Good Conduct necessary and how do we qualify for a free copy for our volunteers?
Anyone who works with vulnerable people (such as young people and mentally disabled people) needs a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG). This rules out the possibility that a person's past poses an objection to the work he or she is going to do.
Clubs and volunteer organizations can obtain this free of charge for their volunteers. There are conditions attached.
More information about the scheme and conditions of the free Certificate of Good Conduct from the CIBG