Are you okay?
Are you okay?
Conservatorium Maastricht is a diverse and multicultural community. Although the phenomenon of music binds all our students and staff, we are conscious of the wide variety of views and perspectives. Each individual colleague or student brings different norms and values from their homeland or culture into the classroom. Music cultures differ greatly too; take the classical orchestral world, the jazz scene and the domain of Dutch music education. We want to acknowledge and celebrate these differences.
Simultaneously, we must be aware that social safety and what is considered 'normal', undesirable, or even unacceptable behaviour may differ between cultures and individuals.
The type of education we provide, with many private lessons and a lot of personal attention, is a great asset but also brings risks that we would like to face. This means that we are going through a process of change in our institution. Future updates and additions will be added to this page later.
At Conservatorium Maastricht, we aim to create a pleasant and safe environment for working and learning. We implement various measures to ensure that everyone feels comfortable and protected, enabling you to pursue your musical development optimally from this secure foundation.
The current offerings include:
The Code of Conduct
We proudly present to you The Conservatorium Maastricht Code of Conduct: a set of values, rules, standards, and principles outlining what we expect from one another when it comes to social safety and security. In addition, we also hope this code will be a tool for dialogue with each other on these topics.
In this document you will find:
• the principles of social safety;
• what is considered unacceptable behavior;
• how to act in the event of social safety issues;
• consequences of reported incidents;
• relevant contacts and links.
Who do I turn to for help?
Study coach (teacher, mentor)
Your study coach is your first point of contact for all questions related to your studies or facilities. Your study coach will assist you in the choices you make within your studies and knows who can answer all your other questions.
Head of Programme
The Head of Programme can inform and advise you about all options available within the Conservatorium Maastricht or Zuyd University of Applied Sciences. Contact t.b.a. (for Classical), Irja Zeper (for Jazz) via: irja.zeper@zuyd.nl or Felix Havenith (for Music in Education) via: felix.havenith@zuyd.nl.
Student counsellors
Student counsellors can inform, advise and support you with problems you may encounter during your studies and in your personal life. For instance, if you’re having financial problems or if you need short-term psychological assistance. Contact Hans Houben (hans.houben@zuyd.nl / +31614004122) or Frederike Verhallen (frederike.verhallen@zuyd.nl / +31648031458).
Student psychologists
The student psychologist provides guidance and support for mental health issues. Your teacher, study coach or the student counselor can help you with a referral. If you prefer to see the student psychologist at your own request, you can also make an appointment by mailing to studentenpsychologen@zuyd.nl.
Confidential advisors
Zuyd has a new confidential advisor who you can contact if you’re the victim of unwanted behaviour, such as discrimination, bullying or intimidation. You can take several steps to do something about unwanted behaviour. The confidential advisor offers you further assistance. Contact Yvonne van Houdt (Confidential adviser Undesirable Behaviour) via yvonne.vanhoudt@zuyd.nl or +31 (0)6 21 59 66 23.
Hey are you Okay- Group?
If you need a listening ear, you can talk to a (trained) listening student. This student can also direct and inform you about the options available. More information will follow soon.
Social Safety Sessions
Dialogue is essential, especially if there are questions that you want to ask. This is why we have planned special Social Safety Sessions for students about the implementation of the Code of Conduct.
These Social Safety Sessions will provide a safe space in which you can discuss the code of conduct with fellow students, dilemma's, and ask questions you may have. These questions can be asked anonymously as well.
At a later date, sessions will also be planned specifically for our teachers.