For years we have met as international churches during the New Year’s gathering the 3rd Sunday in January. Last year, unfortunately, this could not take place physically and we greeted each other online and wished each other New Year. This year we can’t do it big again. Therefore, we want to hold smaller “Meet &…
What is the Growing Older is Done Together project about? With Growing Older is Done Together, SKIN-Rotterdam supports elderly people and future elderly people within international communities in Rotterdam. We help people to prepare well for growing old in the Netherlands and to stay connected with each other and their environment. Why this approach? The…
New Year’s greeting of collaborating organisations This year, no New Year’s reception of the collaborating organisations Samen010, Mara and SKIN-Rotterdam, therefore a digital greeting that goes live on 31 December at midnight. You will receive an e-mail with the link. The message contains a surprising announcement, so be sure to watch until the end! Men’s…
SKIN-Rotterdam awarded the ‘Overbrugger 2020’ to Michiel Grauss, alderman for Poverty Reduction, Debt Management and Informal Care Municipality of Rotterdam, and his team as an appreciation for his work for people in poverty and stimulating trust between citizens and the public on Monday 27 September. The prize is presented annually by SKIN-Rotterdam to people who…
Annual report 2020 2020, a special year for all of us. For the international churches, our staff and board and all our friends. The COVID-19 pandemic and all the measures taken since March 2020 have had a great impact on society, our collaborations and of course on our organisation. But despite the uncertainties, we can also…
The Governance and Supervision of Legal Entities Act (WBTR) is a new law that will apply from 1 July 2021 for, among other, all churches that have or are a foundation. The law is intended to prevent mismanagement, irresponsible financial management, abuse of position and other undesirable activities within boards. The liability of directors has…
Because of corona, many people have been more than usual inside. Not only the loneliness, but also the fear of going outside and doing things has increased. Most elderly people have now been vaccinated. That is why Coalition Erbij Rotterdam and Sint Laurensfonds are starting the ‘Walking Summer 2021’. You can participate in your organization…
Yes, I do know that there are “migrant churches”…’ In Rotterdam there are 200! Ever visited one of their services?’ No, never. ‘Do you know anyone who is a member?’ Eh…’ This is how it goes all too often. It’s not unwillingness or lack of interest, but you have your own church community or your…
How are religious and philosophical organisations committed to Rotterdam society? What does this mean for Rotterdam and the people of Rotterdam? Research bureau Verwey Jonker has investigated this for the municipality of Rotterdam in close cooperation with SKIN-Rotterdam, SPIOR, Samen 010 Mara and the Convent of Churches. The research was inspired by the study ‘Count…
Review Presentation ‘Count Your Blessings 2.0 On Thursday December 10th the research ‘Tel Je Zegeningen 2.0’ was presented by the City of Rotterdam by means of an online talk show in which SKIN-Rotterdam was also a guest as a collaborating partner. Body, Soul & Spirit What would Rotterdam look like without the social work of…