“I myself have a migration background since my grandparents are from Indonesia. I love different (food) cultures, languages and, of course, travelling. I have always sought out opportunities to meet new people and explore other countries. So how great is it to meet the whole world at my desk! That’s what makes this work so special. You encounter people from all over the world with one goal: to begin creating a new home in a new country. Holland Expat Center South gives them a warm welcome and helps them settle into the region. It is something honorable, and I love it, each and every day!"
A word from our Welcome Desk Volunteer Ray Aeckerlin
07 August 2026
"Born and raised in Eindhoven, I have seen the city develop from a rural town into a bustling international hub.”
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