Volunteer

Volunteering is a way to gain experience and make a difference in your community. On this page we share opportunities available for young people on Sint Maarten. Get started now!

Are you interested in becoming more involved in your community?

There are various ways young people can participate in a meaningful way. Several local organizations offer opportunities for youth involvement as volunteers, collaborators or initiators.

Volunteer with us

+1 721 542-2363 / +1 721 542-3718

Throughout the year, the Department of Youth engages young people to participate in various activities. These can include workshops, events, being part of a working group, or volunteering for activities organized by the Youth Hub. Find out more information via our Events & News page, The Department of Youth Facebook page, and Volunteer.sx

[email protected]

facebook.com/DepartmentofYouthSXM

Choose a volunteer opportunity that’s right for you!

There are various ways young people can participate in a meaningful way.
Several local organizations offer opportunities for youth involvement as volunteers, collaborators or initiators.

The Sint Maarten Youth Parliament provides training in Government & Politics, Parliamentary Procedures to young people.

+1 721-548-5020

sxmyouthparliament @gmail.com

/sxmyouthparliament

This is a platform through which organisations can post various volunteer jobs. If you are looking to take part in a community activity, this is a great place to find a task that fits your interests or skills.

www.volunteer.sx

On NPOwer.com you can find most active non-profit organizations in Sint Maarten. You can browse the various organizations, and reach out to one that interests you – they might have an opportunity available!

www.npowersxm.com

Teen Times is St. Maarten’s only news publication for the youth and created by the youth. This is a great youth organisation to gain writing and publication experience.

/teentimesxm

Leo clubs encourage youths to develop leadership qualities by participating in social service activities. Alpha Leo clubs are those that consist of members between 12 and 18 years of age.

/alphaleoclubsxm

Omega Leo clubs are those that consist of members between 18 and 30 years of age.

/sxmsouthleoclub

The St. Maarten Youth Brigade assists the development of youth through military & holistic training. They also partner with the VKS, Police Force, Dutch Marines, Fire Department, Coast Guard, and others.

/alphaleoclubsxm

Every year, in March, SXM DOET organised an island-wide volunteer event. Many young people take part, and there are many interesting projects to choose from. Take a look at their site!

www.sxmdoet.com

/sxmsouthleoclub