Sevim Aktas (she/her)

Sevim Aktas is a policy officer at the European Commission's Directorate-General for Climate Action. She created EU Green Deal Brief, an Instagram account with 29k followers, offering insights on EU energy and climate issues and career advice for sustainability professionals. 

Sevim has degrees in Energy Engineering from the University of Twente and the University of Oxford. Born in the Netherlands, raised in Germany, and of Turkish descent, she also finds creative expression through painting.

Martina Cilia (she/her)

Martina works as a Communications Manager at CropLife International, leveraging ten years of experience across sectors to shape the plant science industry’s narrative and drive engagement and advocacy. A lawyer by training, she holds a Master’s in Law (LL.M.), an Executive Master’s in EU Public Affairs and Communications, and another in Global Marketing and International Trade Relations.

Passionate about amplifying young professionals’ voices, Martina ensures they are not just seen but heard – preferably in a well-structured, three-point speech. 

Rebecca Halbach (she/her)

Brussels 101 Ambassador

Rebecca, who joined the international community in Brussels in 2019, works at a law firm specializing in EU regulatory matters, trade, sustainability, and sanctions. She enjoys meeting new people and spending time with friends both in Brussels and abroad. 

Rebecca aims to promote BNG to a wider audience, including young professionals in technical and scientific fields.

Jasper 

Dober (he/him)

Trainee Bootcamp Ambassador

Jasper is the Media and Communications Manager at HOTREC, advocating for Europe’s hotels, restaurants and cafés. He previously led impactful campaigns on consumer rights and sustainability at BEUC and gained EU policy experience at the European Commission. Jasper is passionate about supporting and inspiring the next generation of professionals. That’s why he joined BNG.

Outside the office, Jasper enjoys playing tennis, engaging in thoughtful conversation and discovering new places.

Annelies Coessens (she/her)

Culture, Diversity & Intersectionality Ambassador

Annelies is a policy officer at the Council of European Municipalities and Regions for gender equality, diversity and migration. She has degrees in Political Science, International Relations specialised in Gender, and Diplomacy from the University of Concordia, University of Aalborg and the University of Oxford. 

Outside of work, she likes to read, bake, and discover new creative hobbies. Annelies is eager to create a networking space for everyone in Brussels.

Marko Milutinovic (he/him)

Communications & Community Ambassador

Marko is a communications professional with a passion for storytelling, creativity, and connecting people. In 2023, he moved to Brussels, where he combines his expertise in digital media with a drive to foster meaningful engagement. From crafting social media campaigns to designing impactful visuals, Marko enjoys bringing ideas to life and making a positive impact.

Outside of work, he loves meeting new people and having engaging discussions about diverse topics.

Hazal 

Yilmaz (she/her)

Mentorship Programme Ambassador

Hazal is an EU policy advisor to the fuel manufacturing industry, with a focus on chemicals and corporate sustainability. She holds a degree in EU and international law.

A proud Brussels enthusiast, Hazal is passionate about helping young professionals discover how much this vibrant city has to offer. Outside work, she carves wood, knits or turns clay into pottery.

Klaudia 

Wozniak (she/her)

Professional Growth Ambassador

Klaudia arrived in Brussels in summer 2021 and currently works at the European Commission, supporting local communication in Member States and citizen engagement initiatives. With a background in EU Affairs and Public Relations, she believes meaningful change begins at the community level - like within BNG.

She’s all for long walks in the forest, writing, dancing and exploring new places with friends.

Federica Siega

Elise Loncol