community
Over de gemeenschap
De Voorkamer is shaped by the people who walk in, stay, return, host, cook, translate, perform, listen and build together.
why we exist
Waar culturen elkaar ontmoeten
De Voorkamer is an open community space in Utrecht. It exists because people need places where they can belong without having to fit into one narrow idea of culture, language or identity.
The community grows through everyday encounters: sharing food, practicing language, making music, telling stories, asking questions and trying something new together.
values
What holds the community together
Hospitality
We welcome people with attention. A warm first encounter can make the difference between visiting once and feeling at home.
Reciprocity
Everyone has something to bring and something to receive: a language, a dish, a skill, a question, a story or time.
Experiment
New ideas are allowed to start small. We learn by doing, listening and adjusting together.
Care
Community is not just a programme. It is how people treat each other before, during and after activities.
voices
Stories from the community
Ons team
Verwelkom onze nieuwe teamleden
Maak kennis met onze nieuwe Safe(r) Space Facilitator en Migrantour Coördinator
Samenwerkingen
De Voorkamer Radio Lente 2026
Samen met Stranded FM verkenden De Voorkamer leden van de gemeenschap radioproductie en brachten ze hun eigen verhalen naar de ether
Samenwerkingen
RAUM StraatFest: Café Trottoir
Een terugblik op Café Trottoir, het StraatFest-programma van De Voorkamer bij RAUM
Doe mee
Become part of the community
Visit an activity, volunteer, collaborate or simply send us a message if you are not sure where to start.