Conversation companion
Help people practise German through everyday conversations in a welcoming group.
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Help people build confidence in language, digital skills and everyday life — one shared moment at a time.
Bring your skills, your curiosity and a little time.

A place to learn, connect and contribute.
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Start with something you enjoy. We’ll find an activity that fits your strengths and the time you can share.
Help people practise German through everyday conversations in a welcoming group.
Support learners as they practise using a computer and managing everyday digital tasks.
Help prepare a space, welcome participants and support activities as part of the team.
Turn useful information and project moments into clear texts, photos or social media content.
Make information easier to understand by helping with translations and accessible wording.
Bring your knowledge to a workshop or project in an area such as media, careers or digital skills.
The times above are suggested starting points. We’ll confirm current opportunities, tasks and your actual commitment together before you begin.
Build experience through practical activities and shared learning.
Meet people with different backgrounds and be part of a local team.
Get an introduction to your tasks and a contact person for questions.
Discuss how your involvement can be documented or acknowledged.
You don’t need to have it all figured out. We’ll take the next steps together.
Choose a role and submit your details through our application form.
Talk with our team about your interests, availability and questions.
Agree your tasks and schedule, and get an introduction to the activity.
Join your first activity and stay in touch with your contact person.

A shared conversation. A new digital skill. The confidence to try again. These everyday moments are at the heart of Januam’s work — and a place where your contribution can matter.
Get to know JanuamYou can bring everyday skills and a willingness to learn. Some roles need specific knowledge, such as confident spoken German or computer skills. We’ll discuss what fits you during our first conversation.
The role cards show suggested starting commitments. We’ll agree your actual schedule together. Tell us whether you prefer regular volunteering, occasional events or a specific project.
It depends on the role. Conversation support needs confident spoken German. Other activities may use English or additional languages. Tell us which languages you feel comfortable using.
Translation, content and some expertise-based activities can be arranged online. Conversation groups, learning support and local events usually take place in person in Darmstadt.
If your circumstances change, speak with your contact person in advance. We can discuss a pause or a different commitment and plan together around the activity.
Your first conversation is a chance to clarify expectations. Before you begin, we’ll introduce you to the activity, discuss your tasks and identify a contact person for questions.
These are voluntary, unpaid roles. Please discuss possible expenses, insurance arrangements and any role-specific requirements with our team before you begin.
Click “Apply through Google Forms” to open our volunteer application in a new tab. Tell us about your interests and availability, then submit the form. Once Januam receives your application, our team can arrange a first conversation.
Tell us about your interests and availability in our volunteer application form. Not sure which role fits? We’ll help you find your place.
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