For years, Kinderpostzegels has been the leading charity where children help other children. In 2024, we're taking another step to further involve children: the first Kinderpostzegels Children's Panel. This will further strengthen and enhance our mission "for children, by children."
Children are experts in their own world, and their fresh perspective and creative ideas are invaluable. By involving children in shaping the work and goals of Kinderpostzegels, we work not only for them but also with them. The panel gives children the opportunity to make their voices heard and share their perspectives.
In November 2024, the very first meeting of the children's panel took place at the Kinderpostzegels office in Leiden. It was a fantastic day full of introductions, creativity, and, of course, foosball! The children delved deeply into our mission, got to know each other, and got a taste of what's to come.
What will the Children's Panel do?
Our young panelists have an agenda full of exciting and educational activities, for example:
Working visits : The children will first visit Kinderpostzegels projects. They'll see where the money raised goes and delve into topics like loneliness, a safe place, and poverty. This way, they learn to empathize with the world of children who need support. During their time as children's panel members, they represent not only their own voices—but also those of children who desperately need our help.
Roundtable discussions : We regularly organize meetings where we discuss important topics with the children's panel. Together, we develop solutions, discuss current issues, and give children the opportunity to share their ideas with us. These discussions allow Kinderpostzegels to better connect with what children truly value. The children's panel's advice directly influences the decisions we make!
Meet our Children's Panel
Each member of our Children's Panel is unique and brings their own talent or passion:
- Adit (10): Has her own 'career journal' and is always curious
- Carice (11): Fills her neighborhood with fun and likes to play outside
- Enora (11): Presents her ideas... with a magic hat!
- Jasmine (10): Dreams of becoming a teacher and helping children
- Jens (11): A true artist with a talent for drawing
- Julia (10): Puts a smile on everyone's face with her jokes
- Mats (9): Is a real bookworm and devours stories
- Noud (10): Comes up with new plans every year to help others
- Reza (10): Writing two books and sharing stories full of adventure
- Tom (9): Has a passion for inventing and photographing
- Olivier (11): Makes cool LEGO videos that come to life.
Contact and questions
Does your child have a brilliant idea for the Children's Panel? Want to know more or ask a question? Send an email to sara@kinderpostzegels.nl .