
Margaret Ariëns
Programme coordinator at Shelter City Tilburg
Tilburg is a social city in the Brabant province, where there is always a place for creatives and people who think ‘out of the box’. Here, human rights defenders can find safety while enjoying the picturesque streets of the city and its surrounding nature. Shelter City Tilburg provides inspiring spaces for defenders to take a break and pay attention to their well being away from the risks.
Depending on their background, different local partners are involved to support the human rights defenders staying in Tilburg. This allows us to provide the best support tailored to each guest. Our ‘Friends of Shelter City Tilburg’ volunteers also take care of the social activities of the guests and accompany them throughout their stay.
At Shelter City Tilburg, human rights defenders can attend lectures at the university, join meetings with civil society and strengthen their capacities to continue advocating for human rights back home better equipped. Guests can also share their stories with the residents of the city. This way we hope to together contribute to global and local awareness on human rights.
Programme coordinator at Shelter City Tilburg
Coordinates the stay of the guests, provides tailored support, and connects human rights defenders to local allies.
Provides university courses tailored to the wishes of the guests
Financially supports Shelter City Tilburg, supports relocation, and connects guests to local allies and organizations
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