Peer Support Walk-In
Life as a student can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming, whether you’re dealing with something heavy on your heart or just a tricky everyday problem. Together with SAM and the student party Stimulus, Vita offers three free ways to get support. You can find us every Tuesday from 13:00 – 16:00, at Professor Verbernelaan 10 (campus student accommodation). Open for Dutch and international students, we welcome students from all walks of life.
If you want a private talk, you can book an appointment through Calendly (See button below) At the appointed time two trained student volunteers listen to whatever’s on your mind. Maybe you’re feeling low, worried about safety in a relationship, facing a difficult choice, or just need someone to listen while you wait for professional help.
Or, if your challenge is more practical, you can simply pop into our Peer Support Walk-in. We can help you figure out what to do if your bike’s been stolen, you’re struggling to find accommodation, you can’t track down something in your study program, you want to find a GP, or you’re stuck with any other everyday hurdle.
Whatever question you come with, you’ll be met with understanding from students who genuinely want to help you move forward.
Once a month we are offering The Bloom Lounge at our walk-in. The Bloom Lounge is a welcoming, peer-led space where international students can drop in for informal support, meaningful conversations, and community connection. Other than in a private appointment, this will be a small group conversation. Rooted in the idea that shared experience brings comfort and support, it offers a safe and inspiring environment to explore challenges, exchange stories, and build resilience together. It’s a space where differences are embraced, stories are exchanged, and everyone feels seen and heard.
We offer the Bloom Lounge on every 2nd Tuesday of the month. The meeting is from 13.30-15.30h.
You can simply sign up for the next Bloom Lounge via our sign-up form (see button below). We look forward to see you!
“When I went to the Walk-in, I felt at ease, was welcomed in a friendly way, and I felt seen and heard. The conversation was helpful to me; I know better what to do now.”
Robert
student, 23 years