European Thinking, Amsterdam Action

Amsterdam is our home. A city where you want to build your life. Where you want to be free, without fear. Where you don't want to get stuck in rules, waiting times or a housing lottery. And where you want to feel that the city belongs to us, not just to whoever can pay the most or grab the most.

But the world around us has become rougher. War closer by. More pressure on our economy. Big tech companies changing faster than the rules. You feel that in Amsterdam too. In your hallway. In your neighbourhood. In the choices you do or don't dare to make.

That's why Volt chooses something that is both pragmatic and ambitious. We make Amsterdam stronger by thinking European and acting Amsterdam. For us, Europe is not some distant institution.

Europe is three things. And those three make a difference in your daily life.

1) Europe as a shield for independence

Freedom is not just being able to do what you want. Freedom is also not being dependent on those who can put you under pressure.

Volt wants Amsterdam and Europe to become more resilient. So that we can make choices that are good for Amsterdammers, without getting stuck because of energy dependency, digital dependency or vulnerable systems.

That's why we choose:

● Energy that is affordable and reliable, and less dependent on unstable global markets

● A city that handles energy, heat and storage better, so we are less vulnerable

● Digital independence where possible: secure systems, less lock-in, public values first

● Protection of Amsterdammers online: privacy, transparency and control over your own data

This is our shield: more grip on your own life.

1) Europe as a shield for independence

2) Europe as a toolbox

Why would we act as if we have to reinvent everything? In European cities, problems we are feeling now have already been tackled before. Affordable housing. Safe nights. Clean streets. Smoothly running permits. Space for makers and entrepreneurs. It exists. It works. It has been tested.

Volt brings that to Amsterdam.

● We look for what works, adapt it to the neighbourhood, and implement it

● We start small, test in the district, learn fast and scale up

● Without endless talking, but with clear goals and visible results

That is progress to us: not the most unique plans, but the best execution.

2) Europe as a toolbox

3) Europe as a protector of shared values

Europe is also a choice for a way of living together. For freedom and equality. For a rule of law where rules are fair and apply to everyone. For solidarity: not letting anyone fall, especially when times get tough. For a future where technology serves people, and not the other way around.

That is exactly what Amsterdam is about. That you can be yourself. That you don't disappear into bureaucratic counters. That opportunities don't depend on your last name or your postcode. That your city stays liveable, for today and for later.

Volt is optimistic, but not naive. We believe in the strength of Amsterdam. And we know that you make that strength greater by working together. Across neighbourhoods. Across parties. Across borders.

That's why our promise is simple:

● An affordable home to build your life

● Free movement in every neighbourhood

● A city that buzzes, because the basics are in order

● And a municipality that does what is needed: service-oriented, clear and fast

Amsterdam doesn't wait. Neither do we.

Will you build with us on a city that remains our home, in Europe and in the world?

3) Europe as a protector of shared values

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Build your future

Want to know what Volt Amsterdam stands for over the next four years? In our election program you will find all our plans: from more affordable housing and a green, sustainable city to fair opportunities for every Amsterdammer. No empty promises, but concrete ideas that work. Read the full election program.

Download the full election programme in Dutch (PDF)