By Mariana Gomes and Stéphanie Hamel

June 14th, 2022. In the neighborhood of Beijum, in Groningen, De Smeltkroes opened its doors earlier this year to help fight poverty and loneliness. The community center has become a second home for its visitors and volunteers. Lizzy Kuiper is one of them.

De Smeltkroes is located on Claremaheerd 51-53 in Beijum. 9to5 readers can consult their facebook page for more information regarding their opening hours, activities or to organise donations.