This is a reference for Rob van Leeuwen

Camp Leader Training

The training activity took place
in Meppel, the Netherlands
organised by SIW Internationale Vrijwilligersprojecten
June 2026
Reference person

Nihat Yücel

(co-trainer)
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Aims & objectives

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.

Target group & international/intercultural composition of the group & team

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.

Training methods used & main activities

Non-formal education

Outcomes of the activity

16 trained camp leaders

Your tasks and responsibilities within the team

Coordinator, co-organiser, co-trainer/facilitator, (financial) reporter

I worked on this training for 4 days days as a full time trainer.

Testimonial of the reference person

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.

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