TOY - Trainers Online for Youth
This is a reference for Rob van Leeuwen
The 2026 camp leader training aimed for the youth workers to
- feel more confident to be a camp leader this summer in the Netherlands,
- develop personally and professionally,
- gain practical tools that you can directly use in your camp,
- gain intercultural/non-violent communication, leadership, flexibility, problem solving and volunteer empowerment skills.
The camp leader training was required for anyone that would lead a work camp in the Netherlands this summer. Furthermore, they were:
- Based in an EU Programme Country.
- Minimally 18 years old by 3 June.
- Able to speak sufficient English to be able to express yourself during the training and the work camp.
- Looking forward to a fun training with an international group as well as a great experience during the work camp this summer in the Netherlands.
Non-formal education
16 trained camp leaders
Coordinator, co-organiser, co-trainer/facilitator, (financial) reporter
Working with Rob was an absolute pleasure. His facilitation style, creativity, and commitment to experiential learning made our collaboration both inspiring and effective. Together, we designed sessions that enabled participants to achieve the learning outcomes through engaging and diverse learning methods rather than simply receiving information.
I especially appreciated Rob's ability to create meaningful learning experiences, adapt to the group's needs, and foster an open and supportive atmosphere. His professionalism, positive energy, and collaborative mindset made every step of the training enjoyable.
I would gladly work with Rob again and highly recommend him as a trainer and facilitator for any international learning environment.