No child should grow up unsafely. And yet, in the Netherlands, behind more than 100,000 front doors, children are growing up in an unsafe home situation. Every single day. They experience physical violence, emotional abuse, and neglect. To the outside world, everything sometimes appears normal. These children are often afraid to speak up. And they feel misunderstood or unsupported in their environment. This has major consequences for a child. Fear and stress replace trust. An unsafe home makes it difficult to learn, play, and grow. And 8 out of 10 of these children receive no help.
That is why this year, together with you, we are taking action for children who are growing up unsafely. We are drawing attention to this major problem. We provide direct support, help close to home, and ensure that they are truly listened to. Together, we make a difference. Because growing up safely should be a given.
Children's Stamp Campaign 2026
The 2026 children's stamp campaign starts on Wednesday, September 16 and ends on Wednesday, September 23.
A living tradition!
The Children's Stamp campaign is a quintessential Dutch tradition, even recognized as intangible cultural heritage. Every year, over a hundred thousand children from all corners of the country come together to help their peers – a tradition that has spanned generations.
There are children who don't feel safe, and I'm glad I can help them.
