We receive a lot of questions via Facebook Messenger, often from all over the world. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate all requests. To be able to help you, below we answered some frequently asked questions.

COC is also best reached through [email protected]. Via our e-mail address we can easily forward your question to a colleague who can provide the quickest and best answer to your questions.

Do you want to share my message on your Facebook page?

We use our Facebook page primarily to inform our followers about news from the COC, our cooperation partners and for current affairs. So we do not share other messages.

I want to interview someone for my study / project

Unfortunately we have limited capacity to help students. You could however send us an email on [email protected] and we can see how we can help you.

I want to share something nice with you

We receive a lot of messages and will only respond if your message asks for it. Otherwise, we will take your message for notice. Thank you in advance for drawing your attention.

I need personal advice or help

We find Facebook messenger less suitable for personal advice. Our LGBTI information and support service, Switchboard, may be able to help you. Check www.switchboard.nl for the opening times for chat or telephone or email [email protected]

I am a victim of discrimination / violence in the Netherlands

That is unfortunate to hear. COC is not a reporting point; For reporting or reporting the crime, we always refer to the police or to Roze in Blauw, the LGBTI network at the police. Look at www.rozeinblauw.nl. In case of an emergency, call 112.