CONFIDENTIAL CONTACT PERSON

Confidential contact person

At ACLO we believe it is important to provide a safe sports environment in which everyone feels at home. Together we do everything we can to prevent inappropriate behavior such as bullying, conflicts and arguments, discrimination and sexual harassment within our foundation in order to ensure a safe sporting environment. That is why the ACLO has appointed two confidential contact persons. They act as a central point of contact to ensure that the way we interact with each other is respectful and safe. These contact persons are not responsible for resolving the incident, but for providing a listening ear and advising on next steps.

Contact information

The ACLO's confidential advisors are Leon Hovenkamp (former executive board member) and Myrthe Houtsma (former executive board member of the ACLO). You can schedule a (telephone) meeting with the confidential advisors by emailing vcp@aclosport.nl. Please indicate your preference for an appointment with Leon or Myrthe.

If you need contact with people outside the ACLO, you can always contact the Center for Safe Sports Netherlands.

Myrthe Houtsma

My name is Myrthe, and I'm one of the two confidential advisors at the ACLO. I've been active in Veracles (student volleyball club) since the beginning of my student days. I was also the internal coordinator of the ACLO's executive board from 2024-2025. I believe participating in sports during your student years is not only important but also a lot of fun—whether you do it alone or with others. It's essential that you feel safe and comfortable in the sports environment, and I'm happy to contribute to that. You can contact me for a listening ear. Together, we can explore possible next steps if necessary. This way, we ensure that sports remain accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Would you like to contact one of the confidential advisors? Then send an email to vcp@aclosport.nl. You can always contact us with questions, and we're happy to schedule a meeting—in person, online, or by phone. We're happy to help!

Leon Hovenkamp

My name is Leon and I have always enjoyed playing various sports at the ACLO. In my spare time I play football at The Knickerbockers (TKB) and I like to go for a ride on my racing bike through the Ommenlanden. I became involved in student sports in 2020 when I held the position of chairman of the Executive Board of the ACLO. Student sports in Groningen is a place where fun is central, everyone should feel safe and where there is no room for unwanted behavior. Therefore, please contact me if you experience inappropriate behavior or you have the feeling that inappropriate behavior is taking place. I will offer you a listening ear and handle the situation discreetly.