Stichting ZERO – preventive partner for local, regional, national and European collaboration
Stichting ZERO is an accessible, preventive collaboration partner for local governments, regional partnerships, national programs and European initiatives that invest in young people and young adults.
We work at the intersection of Sports, Culture and Care & Social Domain and focus on young people at risk of dropout, stagnation or isolation. Our approach is relational, preventive and long-term, with the goal of offering young people perspective and enabling sustainable participation in society.
Why ZERO
Stichting ZERO distinguishes itself through:
- proximity and long-term commitment
- connection with the lived reality of young people
- use of sports and culture as development tools
- focus on identity, attitude and ownership
ZERO works complementary to existing structures and strengthens policy without replacing it.
Policy Alignment
The approach of Stichting ZERO aligns with policy objectives at multiple levels:
Local & Regional
- prevention and early detection
- youth care and social domain
- education and dropout prevention
- sports, physical activity and health
- culture, participation and social cohesion
- labor market orientation and talent development
National
- equal opportunities
- youth participation
- preventive health promotion
- social inclusion and resilience
European
- social inclusion of young people
- prevention of exclusion and marginalization
- youth participation and empowerment
- lifelong learning
- strengthening the connection between education, employment and society
Preventive Approach
Stichting ZERO works from the principle that early investment in young people contributes to sustainable societal development.
By focusing on structure, relationship and perspective:
- young people stay engaged longer
- self-reliance and responsibility grow
- more serious problems are prevented at a later stage
The focus is on behavioral development, identity and active participation in society.
Collaboration and Customization
Each context requires its own approach. Stichting ZERO therefore works:
- demand-driven and customized
- in collaboration with local and regional partners
- complementary to existing programs and structures
Our projects are scalable and flexibly deployable, from small-scale pilots to structural programs, and applicable within local, regional, national and European frameworks.
Collaborate?
Stichting ZERO is happy to think along about:
- subsidy schemes and funds
- pilot projects and program development
- regional and national collaborations
- European trajectories and partnerships