"Our passion is helping people and organizations in any way possible, from our services to social work," says Michiel Verstraten, founder and owner of YouLynq.me. "We believe everyone deserves a fair chance in the labor market. With YouLynq.me, we also focus on organizations that support students in society who struggle with the transition to the workforce. Stichting Guruz fits well into this picture. They help vocational students prepare for daily working life. The collaboration confirms that we are on the right path to making both business and social impact." 

Bridge to the business world

Stichting Guruz acts as a bridge between Dutch vocational education and the business world. Through online guest lectures from companies like NS, KPN, and the Ministry of Defense, the foundation helps to reduce the knowledge gap between vocational education and the labor market. "We didn't have to think long about collaborating with YouLynq.me," says Arjan Elbers, founder and director of Stichting Guruz. "It was important for us to have a social, but also personal connection with our new online marketing agency. The team at YouLynq.me fits well with our way of thinking, both with the clients they work for and because of their intrinsic motivation to improve the world for minorities. I know that YouLynq.me has successfully collaborated in the past with UWV, Stichting Philomela, and Hart4Onderzoek. Therefore, I have complete confidence in our collaboration."