Office

Coordinator

Sara is Italian. She has a background in international and diplomatic sciences and long experience in the coordination of international networks, as well as in managing programs, projects and teams. She speaks Italian, English, Spanish, and some French.

Administration and logistics officer

Originally from Belgium, Nico has spent most of his life in East Africa and Denmark. His professional experience spans roles such as barista, organic farmer, and web developer. He also founded a platform that showcased cultural events in Brussels, and worked as an event manager at La Fonderie museum in Brussels. Nico is fluent in French and English and knows just enough Danish to order a coffee.

Communications and publications officer

Irene has a background in communications, cultural management and cultural diplomacy, having previously worked for the Italian Cultural Institute in Brussels. She has an active interest in intercultural dialogue and is involved in local socio-cultural initiatives. Irene speaks Italian, English, French, and (rusty) Spanish.

Project and research manager

Martina has expertise in research on the cultural and creative sectors and in the writing and management of European projects. At the ENCC, she leads various cooperation projects and the CUBE research on the role of socio-cultural centers in societal systemic change. She is also responsible for finding new collaboration and advocacy opportunities for the network. Martina speaks Italian, English, and French.

Membership officer

Lucille is French and has a background in political science, with specific expertise on gender equality and anti-discrimination policies. She has experience in coordination and membership-based networks, and a particular interest in arts and culture, specifically when it comes to food. She speaks French, English, intermediate Spanish, and basic German.

Capacity building manager

Ingrid is Belgian and has a background in education and socio-cultural work. She has extensive experience in international youth work and local community development. She has worked for several international networks while organising a variety of local cultural events. Ingrid speaks Dutch, English, Catalan, and Spanish.

Policy and advocacy officer

Born in Cologne, Germany, Julia is a political scientist and art historian with experience in bridging politics and culture in both the institutional and the private sector. She has worked for the CULT Committee at the European Parliament, is involved in local cultural projects, and is currently writing a PhD on the impact of culture on democracy. Julia speaks German, English, and French.

Projects and research intern

Michaela has a background in international and european relations and is currently pursuing a Master's in cultural studies in Belgium. She has worked with NGOs across Europe on cultural diplomacy initiatives and has experience managing European projects, particularly in the cultural and creative industries. Michaela values cross-cultural communication and is fluent in Greek, English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.

Communications intern

Sophie is completing a tri-national Master’s degree in international political communication and democratic risks, and has experience in strategic communications and cultural project coordination. Passionate about the arts, she engages in inclusive socio-cultural projects across Europe. She speaks French, English, intermediate Dutch, and some Spanish.