Meet the Team

My name is Andrea van Hoven. I have been a trustee since we registered the charity in 2010. I run the Open Hands office in Germany and work on a voluntary basis. I work with Rebekka in planning our projects and with fundraising.  I am responsible for the German website.  I also organise aid trips and the shoe box appeal with my husband Cees. In my work with Open Hands I have realized how even small, practical steps of acceptance and love can transform families’ lives, give dignity and encouragement that there is a better future possible. This motivates me to focus my energy on helping the marginalised and disadvantaged of Romania.