What should I do?

Do you have questions about living, working or studying in Ghent?

Make an appointment with Amal. An employee will counsel you in a language you speak or understand.

You will receive information about the civic integration programme. This is a first step to feeling at home in Ghent.

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Who will help me?

You are not alone. During the civic integration programme, you will be assigned a personal programme counsellor. That person will counsel you in a language that you speak and understand.

Een man en een vrouw zitten gezellig samen aan tafel

How can I meet new people?

Meet new people in Ghent during activities, buddy projects or through a hobby. Amal will help you find something that suits you and your children.

More information

Een groep deelnemers zit rond een tafel en neemt enthousiast deel aan een discussie tijdens een workshop.

I do not have a legal residence status

Even if you do not have valid residence documents, you can still participate in Amal's activities. If you have questions about your situation, an Amal employee will refer you to organisations in Ghent.

More information

Een schilderachtig straatbeeld met charmante huizen langs een rustige kade in zachte avondlicht.

Book an appointment

Are you New to Ghent? Make an appointment with an Amal employee.