ASVA Student Union

Last modified on 19-10-2024 16:15

The ASVA Student Union represents the interests of all students in Amsterdam and can help you with matters such as finding a bicycle or housing.

The ASVA Student UnionExternal link was founded in 1945 and has been representing student interests ever since. They focuses on promoting academic education and improving study conditions, among other things. ASVA also informs political parties about the current situation in education and reminds them of the consequences for students of government measures. They have several means to achieve these interests:

maintaining a dialogue with alderpersons and city councillors, or with the Executive Board
doing research in order to bring attention to issues, supported by evidence
lobbying for improved student housing
writing press releases and opinion articles
organising and supporting large-scale campaigns

Students can also turn to ASVA for practical help. They organise a bicycle sale a few times a year. They also have a handy rental service in the CREA Student Centre on Roeterseiland Campus. ASVA also offers other services, such as their legal assistance, which you can use if you're a member.

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