Ooststellingwerf launches new youth agenda to boost equal opportunities for children
Children in Ooststellingwerf will benefit from improved health, safety, and educational support as local partners unite under the LEJA 2026–2030 agenda. Parents and kids gain access to after-school activities, language support, and digital safety programs, ensuring every child has a fair chance to thrive.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Agenda Name | Local Educational Youth Agenda (LEJA) 2026–2030 |
| Signing Date | March 30, 2026 |
| Location | Ooststellingwerf, Fryslân |
| Themes | Health and exercise, equal opportunities, language, well-being, safety |
| Partners Involved | Stichting Comprix, Stellingwerf College, CSG Liudger, GGD Fryslân, Bibliotheek Zuidoost Fryslân, Stichting Scala Welzijn, Voor Dag en Dou Kinderopvang, Flexkidz Kinderopvang, Municipality of Ooststellingwerf |
| Target Group | Children and young people in Ooststellingwerf |
| Deputy Mayor for Education | Jelke Nijboer |
The municipality of Ooststellingwerf plays a coordinating role in local education and youth policies, ensuring collaboration between schools, welfare organizations, and healthcare providers. By signing the LEJA, the municipality reinforces its commitment to creating a supportive environment for children’s development and well-being.
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Working together for equal opportunities: education and partners sign LEJA 2026–2030
During a joint breakfast on March 30, education and collaboration partners in Ooststellingwerf signed the Local Educational Youth Agenda (LEJA) 2026–2030. This agenda outlines how they will collaborate over the coming years. The goal: ensuring that children and young people grow up healthy, safe, and with equal opportunities.
Deputy Mayor for Education Jelke Nijboer: “With the LEJA, we are making clear agreements about our collaboration in the field of education in Ooststellingwerf. Every child deserves the chance to develop. By working together, we can better support children and help their talents flourish.”
Activities for children
The LEJA focuses on five themes: health and exercise, equal opportunities, language, well-being, and safety. Within these themes, the partners organize various activities. For example, children can participate in sports and cultural activities after school. There are also programs on social and digital safety. Additionally, extra support is available for those who need it. Parents receive tips and materials to help their child with language at home.
Shared direction
The LEJA was developed by Stichting Comprix, Stellingwerf College, CSG Liudger, GGD Fryslân, Bibliotheek Zuidoost Fryslân, Stichting Scala Welzijn, Voor Dag en Dou Kinderopvang, Flexkidz Kinderopvang, and the municipality of Ooststellingwerf. With this agenda, all partners work from a shared direction. This allows them to better respond to the needs of children and young people to help them develop.