Stompwijk resident awarded royal honour for decades of community service
A long-time volunteer in Stompwijk has been recognized for her tireless efforts to strengthen community bonds. Mrs Luiten-Wensveen received a royal honour for her work in preserving local history, supporting the elderly, and fostering social cohesion in the village.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Recipient | Mrs Luiten-Wensveen |
| Honour | Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau |
| Awarded by | Mayor Vroom of Leidschendam-Voorburg |
| Location | Dorpspunt, Stompwijk |
| Date | 29 March 2026 |
| Organizations Involved | Stichting Oud Stompwijk, Stompwijk – Vrouw Actief, Jetty’s Eettafel |
| Years of Service | Over 25 years (e.g., JART tennis tournament) |
| Special Contributions | Digitizing local history, writing articles, supporting elderly/vulnerable |
The municipality of Leidschendam-Voorburg plays a key role in recognizing local volunteers through royal honours, which are awarded to individuals who make significant contributions to their communities. These honours are part of the Dutch tradition of celebrating civic engagement and social cohesion.
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Royal honour for Mrs Luiten-Wensveen
On Sunday afternoon, 29 March 2026, a special event took place at Dorpspunt in Stompwijk: during the 10-year anniversary of Stichting Oud Stompwijk, Mrs Luiten-Wensveen received a royal honour from Mayor Vroom. Her appointment as Member of the Order of Orange-Nassau is a recognition of her many years of voluntary work and her role in fostering community spirit in Stompwijk.
Photographer: Bianca van Soest
“Mrs Luiten-Wensveen is deeply involved in the Stompwijk community, making an important contribution to strengthening social cohesion. With this honour, we express our great appreciation for everything she means to the village,” said Mayor Vroom.
Mrs Luiten-Wensveen is a co-founder and vice-chair of Stichting Oud Stompwijk. She coordinates the collection, organisation and digitisation of Stompwijk’s history and regularly writes historical articles. She has also been the driving force behind the women’s association Stompwijk – Vrouw Actief for many years, serving as secretary and host. At Jetty’s Eettafel, she ensures warmth and connection during shared meals, with special attention for the elderly and those living alone.
She writes articles for the Dorpsketting and supports numerous village initiatives. In addition to these regular activities, Mrs Luiten-Wensveen has been involved in the JART tennis tournament for 25 years. During the coronavirus period, she brought light into dark times with her own poems and chocolate hearts, and offered personal attention to vulnerable villagers.
The municipality of Leidschendam-Voorburg warmly congratulates Mrs Luiten-Wensveen on her royal honour!