We offer newcomers a user-friendly tool to take control of their own integration process in the place where they are rebuilding their life.
Newcomers generally aim to build a new life as quickly as possible and take control of their destiny. In this process, obtaining up-to-date information from newcomers in an accessible way can be a challenge for municipalities and maintaining an overview of the current offerings of (social) organizations within the municipality.
Our idea? Empower newcomers to take their own steps and relieve municipalities by providing a tool where newcomers can find Dutch contacts, information, activities, and a helpdesk; all in one place. We offer newcomers, along with all the fantastic initiatives in the Netherlands, a motivating platform to gradually build a new life. One place where crucial information is available, activities are booked, and all questions are answered, helping them feel more at home in their new place of residence step by step. Together, we extend a warm welcome to newcomers and enrich Dutch society. Join us in building and download our app!
How different would the world be if every newcomer was welcome? The entry, reception and integration of newcomers would have been handled in a different way, citizens would behave differently and as Welcome app we would probably not play the role we do now. Welcome is in our name for a reason. Every newcomer is welcome, that is our dream.
Our social enterprise originated from Welcome app Netherlands Foundation (first name Blendin). In 2020 Welcome app became a platform with the goal of creating valuable connections and opportunities for newcomers in their search for a new home. We do this by developing and offering a central platform where municipalities, social initiatives, businesses and locals come together to offer relevant and local information and activities.
From 2024 the platform, all activities and the entire organization will be offered and managed from Welcome app b.v. only. Foundation Welcome app Netherlands is 1 of the shareholders of Welcome app b.v. and mainly oversees the social mission of the company. Foundation Welcome app Netherlands holds the ANBI status. More information about Foundation Welcome app Netherlands
Find our impact reports here (in Dutch)
Impact report 2023 Impact report 2021 Impact report 2022
Meet the Welcome app team!
Marketing & Communication Intern
"Everyone deserves a place to feel welcome. I am grateful that I get to contribute to this at W!"
Mendix Developer
"As a former newcomer, it's very rewarding to be a developer for an app that helps newcomers with all the challenges they face."
Project Support Intern
"When I arrived here, there was no special welcome for us. Now, with Welcome app, we are a team dedicated to ensuring that everyone feels truly welcomed."
Head of Business Development
“In times of polarization and negativity, Welcome app is a positive way to bring people together and welcome newcomers. Everyone should feel welcome!”
Marketing Assistant
"W! enables me to leverage my passion for social impact towards a better world, where newcomers are fully supported and valued. Because I believe that everyone deserves a warm welcome."
Head of Product
"The beauty is: everyone benefits from W! Newcomers can build their new lives more smoothly, municipalities are relieved, and locals can easily engage with the new residents. Ideal!"
UX/UI Designer
"In listening carefully to our users, W! provides a platform that truly assists newcomers in their integration process and brings locals and newcomers closer together. It brings me joy to contribute to this!"
Mendix Developer
"W! is more than just technology; it's a dedication to equality and a friendly welcome for newcomers. W! embraced me as a newcomer. I'm honored to be part of this team.''
CEO
"I strongly believe in the power of digital technology - and the Welcome app in particular! - to assist people on their journey and help them build a bright future in their new homeland as quickly as possible."
Project Coordinator
"Newcomers often need a welcoming community, reliable information, and supportive resources to help them navigate their integration journey successfully. And that's exactly what W! provides."
Brand & Marketing Manager
‘’I believe we can work better together to welcome and support newcomers to find their place in the Netherlands. The app plays the connecting role in this!‘’
Project Coordinator
‘’Before joining W! I felt powerless when I watched the news. Now I can make a difference and that feels good!‘’
