Youth voice: confidant for young people and parents

Are you or your child involved with youth services and do you have questions, concerns, or doubts? Then you can contact Jeugdstem. Jeugdstem is the independent confidential advisor for children, young people, and parents/guardians in youth care.

What does Jeugdstem do?

The confidential advisors at Jeugdstem listen, think along with you, and provide explanations. They know how youth care works and what rights you or your child have. Their support is free of charge.

You can contact Jeugdstem for:

  • information and advice about youth assistance and the Youth Act;
  • questions about rights and obligations in youth care;
  • support during meetings with the municipality or a social worker;
  • assistance in filing a complaint or objection.

Independent and confidential

Jeugdstem is an independent foundation. The confidential advisors do not work for the municipality or for healthcare organizations. Everything you discuss is confidential.

Who is Jeugdstem for?

Youth Voice is there for:

  • children and young people who are involved with youth services;
  • parents, educators, and foster parents.

If you have any doubts or questions, please feel free to contact us.

Contact Youth Voice

  • Call toll-free: 088 555 10 00
  • Chat with a confidential advisor: via www.jeugdstem.nl
    Monday through Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
    Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.