Last year I started volunteering with Roze Buddyzorg, a one-on-one program for LGBTQIA+ people in need of a little support. I got paired up with Bob, who was a buddy himself during the AIDS epidemic in the 80s – when this initiative was born. We meet once a week to do groceries, run errands, have a chat, etc.
Bob is 79 years young, always full of stories, and the best guide to Amsterdam’s queer history. Through the @vandejongcreates window we now get to share a bit of this experience and shine a light on the importance of buddy care. The window is on until the end of September – do send me a DM if you’d like to know more or become a buddy yourself. 🫂
Portrait by @lucasvdrhee
Thanks to @vandejongcreates & @ihlia_lgbtiheritage@rozebuddyzorg
