Landelijk Kenniscentrum LVB / VOBC

What Landelijk Kenniscentrum LVB / VOBC does

Landelijk Kenniscentrum LVB is a Dutch non-profit knowledge center and network organization (netwerkorganisatie) founded in 2001 and headquartered in Utrecht at Churchilllaan 11. The organization promotes, bundles, and disseminates practical and scientific knowledge about mild intellectual disability (LVB) — a condition affecting an estimated 1.1 million people in the Netherlands — to professionals across healthcare, mental health (GGZ), disability care, youth assistance, education, municipal/wijkteams, the justice chain, and the financial sector. It is led by Director Maartje Timmermans, co-located with the industry association VOBC, and operates with approximately 19 employees.

Its core products are content-based rather than technology-based: a semi-annual peer-reviewed journal (LVB Onderzoek & Praktijk, 23 volumes as of 2025), a free accredited four-module e-learning ("Zie jij het, die LVB?") distributed via GGZ Ecademy and VGN Academie with SKJ and Registerplein accreditation, the comprehensive "Toolkit Blik op LVB," a podcast ("Wijzer over LVB") on YouTube and Spotify, screening instruments such as the Schaal Adaptief Functioneren (SAF) for primary education, and an extensive catalog of downloadable handbooks, guidelines, factsheets, and visual stories. Underlying technology consists of the website (kenniscentrumlvb.nl), Mailchimp for newsletters, integration with third-party e-learning platforms, an embedded intervention-search tool linking to interventiezoekhulp.nl, and a web application on substance use/addiction developed with Cordaan.

The business model is non-profit and member-funded. Approximately 50 participant organizations (deelnemers) from disability care, youth assistance, mental health, and client support contribute both financially (recurring subscription-style) and with content expertise. Most products are free to maximize professional reach; the only priced item identified is the "Basisboek LVB voor sociaal werkers" at €41. Go-to-market is community-led: a multi-channel distribution approach including the website, newsletter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Spotify, conferences, and the 1SociaalDomein professional community. No paid acquisition, no equity funding, and no individual customers exist in the traditional commercial sense — sustainability depends on retaining and growing the participant membership base.

Name

Landelijk Kenniscentrum LVB / VOBC

Legal name

Landelijk Kenniscentrum LVB

Website

https://kenniscentrumlvb.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Landelijk Kenniscentrum LVB is a Dutch non-profit knowledge center and network organization, founded in 2001 and based in Utrecht, that bundles and disseminates evidence-based knowledge about mild intellectual disability (LVB) to professionals across Dutch healthcare, mental health, disability care, education, municipal services, and the justice system, funded by approximately 50 participant organizations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Services Knowledge and Professional Training

NAICS

Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities (541720), Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541), Libraries and Archives (51921)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Health Equity, SDOH & Disparities Measurement (HLAJANAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Curriculum-Based Measurement (CBM) & Progress Monitoring Services (EDAKADAI), Digital Accessibility & Web/App Compliance (WCAG) (EDALAGAG)

Keywords

• Intellectual disability knowledge
• Professional e-learning
• Social services training
• Knowledge dissemination network
• Healthcare guidelines publishing

Headquarters

HQ city

Utrecht

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership/Participant Contributions: The knowledge center is funded by approximately 50 participant organizations (deelnemers) from disability care, youth assistance, mental health (GGZ), and client support sectors. These organizations contribute both financially and with content expertise to sustain the knowledge center's activities.
2. Product Sales: Some products are sold, such as the Basisboek LVB voor sociaal werkers at €41.00. However, the majority of knowledge products (handbooks, toolkits, guides, e-learnings) are provided free of charge to maximize accessibility.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Landelijk Kenniscentrum LVB is a Dutch national knowledge center and network organization that promotes, bundles, and disseminates evidence-based knowledge about mild intellectual disability (LVB) to professionals across healthcare, education, mental health (GGZ), social services, municipalities, and the justice system. Its core offerings consist of a semi-annual peer-reviewed journal, a free accredited e-learning program, a comprehensive sector-specific toolkit, a podcast, a monthly newsletter, and an extensive catalog of downloadable guidelines, handbooks, screening instruments, and intervention comparison tools.

Product overview

The Landelijk Kenniscentrum LVB is a Dutch national knowledge center and network organization focused on promoting, bundling, and disseminating knowledge about mild intellectual disability (LVB). Its product portfolio consists of multiple complementary offerings: (1) LVB Onderzoek & Praktijk, a semi-annual peer-reviewed journal spanning 23 volumes as of 2025; (2) the free accredited e-learning 'Zie jij het, die LVB?' available on GGZ Ecademy and VGN Academie platforms, with four modules on recognition, screening, risks, and GGZ intersection; (3) the Toolkit Blik op LVB, a comprehensive toolkit of sector-specific tools organized into four sections covering recognition, communication, support/treatment, and healthcare practice; (4) the Podcast Wijzer over LVB distributed via YouTube and Spotify; (5) a monthly newsletter delivered via Mailchimp; (6) the InterventieZoekhulp, a search tool linking to the external intervention database at interventiezoekhulp.nl; and (7) a large catalog of downloadable publications including guidelines, handbooks, visual story collections, screening instruments (SAF, Ondersteuningskaarten), factsheets, videos, and infographics. Products target professionals across healthcare (GGZ, disability care), education, social domain (wijkteams), the financial sector, and the criminal justice chain. The knowledge center also maintains an event agenda and a LinkedIn community channel (1SociaalDomein) for professional knowledge exchange.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Toolkit Blik op LVB: A toolkit providing practical tools for professionals to work with youth and young adults with a Light Intellectual Disability, covering themes of recognition, communication adaptation, support and treatment, and healthcare practice.
• E-learning Zie jij het, die LVB?
• LVB Onderzoek & Praktijk
• Podcast Wijzer over LVB

Products and services

• LVB Onderzoek & Praktijk (Journal) A semi-annual professional journal published by the knowledge center covering research and practice on mild intellectual disability. Includes peer-reviewed articles, conference summaries, and thematic reviews relevant to professionals across healthcare, education, and social services.
• E-learning Zie jij het, die LVB? A free accredited e-learning course in four modules teaching professionals to recognize mild intellectual disability and adapt their approach. Modules cover recognition of LVB signals, screening tools, co-occurring risks and challenges, and the intersection of LVB with mental health (GGZ). Accredited for SKJ and Registerplein.
• Toolkit Blik op LVB A comprehensive toolkit bundling practical tools and knowledge resources organized into four sections: recognizing LVB, adapting communication and attitude, adapting support and treatment, and healthcare practice. Covers healthcare, education, social domain, criminal justice, and financial services.
• Podcast Wijzer over LVB A podcast series providing accessible guidance on topics related to mild intellectual disability. Available on YouTube and Spotify, reaching professionals and stakeholders through audio and video distribution.
• Nieuwsbrief (Monthly Newsletter) A monthly newsletter delivering news from the knowledge center and its participant organizations, keeping professionals updated on LVB-related developments, events, and new resources. Managed via Mailchimp.
• InterventieZoekhulp A search and comparison tool enabling professionals to quickly find appropriate interventions for long-term care. Embedded on the knowledge center's website linking to the external database at interventiezoekhulp.nl.
• Schaal Adaptief Functioneren (SAF) A low-threshold screening instrument for regular primary school education, enabling teachers to determine whether a student in grades 5-8 possibly functions at an LVB level. Developed by the knowledge center and downloadable free of charge.
• Signalenkaart LVB A practical A4 overview helping professionals across sectors recognize signals of a possible mild intellectual disability and adapt their service delivery.
• Signalenkaart LVB voor de huisartsenpraktijk A practical tool for GP practices to recognize signals of a possible mild intellectual disability and adapt communication and workflow accordingly.
• Basisboek LVB voor sociaal werkers A foundational textbook for social workers on mild intellectual disability, providing essential knowledge on LVB characteristics, recognition, and appropriate support strategies for the social domain. Sold at €41.00.
• Handreiking Passende transitiezorg voor jongeren met een LVB plus psychische of gedragsproblematiek A guideline bundling scientific and practical knowledge on transition care for youth with mild intellectual disability plus co-occurring psychiatric or behavioral problems, organized around seven core principles. Developed within Academische Werkplaats Kajak.
• Handreiking Werken aan een goede samenwerking tussen zorgprofessionals en politie A practical guideline on exploitation issues, offering knowledge on sexual and criminal exploitation of people with LVB and practical tips for effective inter-agency cooperation between healthcare professionals and police.
• Videoserie LVB & Uitbuiting A series of five videos on the risks and recognition of exploitation of people with mild intellectual disability, including perspectives from a former victim, a parent, and academic experts. Produced jointly with Koraal.

Quantifiable outcome

• Professionals report improved recognition and support for people with LVB after completing e-learning modules
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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No

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Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Academische Werkplaats Kajak (AW Kajak)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint initiative with Kenniscentrum Kinder- en Jeugdpsychiatrie to promote participation of youth with mild intellectual disability (LVB) and psychiatric problems. Focuses on knowledge development, scientific research, education, and policy. Produces handbooks, research, and training materials including the Handreiking Transitiezorg and Handreiking Middelengebruik en Verslaving.
• VOBC (Vereniging Orthopedagogische Behandelcentra)coreOthersVOBC is the industry association for institutions providing treatment and support for children, youth, and young adults with mild intellectual disability and severe behavioral problems (OBC's). The knowledge center is co-located with VOBC at the Utrecht office.
• Participant Organizations (Deelnemers)coreOthersApproximately 50 organizations in disability care, youth assistance, mental health (GGZ), and client support that contribute financially and with content expertise. Includes organizations such as Abrona, Accare, Alliade, Amarant, Ambiq, ASVZ, Aveleijn, Cello, GGZ Drenthe/CVBP, and Cordaan.
• Universities and Universities of Applied SciencesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborations with academic institutions for research, knowledge development, and education. Includes associations such as Academische Werkplaatsen Verstandelijke Beperkingen and various lectorates (professorial chairs) at universities of applied sciences.
• Nederlands Jeugdinstituut (NJi)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on youth-focused topics including the dossier on youth with LVB and criminality/exploitation, and joint development of handbooks on cooperation between care professionals and police.
• Kenniscentrum Kinder- en JeugdpsychiatriecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-founder of Academische Werkplaats Kajak, collaborating on research, training, and knowledge development for youth with LVB and psychiatric problems. Also partner in developing handbooks on exploitation and cooperation with police.
• CoMenshaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on reporting and support of exploitation victims. Published joint handbook on how to report suspected victims of trafficking to CoMensha.
• KoraalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on exploitation issues including joint video series 'LVB & Uitbuiting' with five videos on recognizing and addressing exploitation of people with LVB. Koraal provides specialized treatment programs and consultation.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCnopCzsFX6c-DdnH121dMlw
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/landelijk-kenniscentrum-lvb-vobc

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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