ASVA Studentenvakbond

ASVA Studentenvakbond is a Dutch student union based in Amsterdam that defends the interests of university and applied sciences students while providing practical support for city life. Founded to represent all students in the capital, the organization advocates for quality education through engagement with politicians and media while directly assisting members with daily challenges.

• Services: The union offers free legal assistance from law students, a loan office for equipment like projectors, housing registration guidance, and affordable bicycle sales.
• Industries: It serves higher education institutions including the University of Amsterdam and universities of applied sciences within the city.
• Operations: Staffed by motivated student volunteers, the organization runs a physical desk in CREA with extended hours from Tuesday to Friday between 9:30h and 17:00h.

The group collaborates with community initiatives like De Sering to address financial stress and loneliness among its membership base.