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Lerne unser Team & unseren Vorstand kennen!

Unsere Arbeitsweise

Wir sind Spezialisten aus verschiedenen Bereichen: Wissenschaft, Unternehmen, Marketing und NGOs. Das definiert unsere Kernwerte:

Ehrgeizig – Optimistisch – Aktiv – Gemeinschaftlich – Unternehmerisch

Durch unsere engen Partnerschaften mit örtlichen und internationalen Freiwilligen, Organisationen und Unternehmen bewirken wir enorm viel. Von anderen NGOs bis zu Werbeagenturen: wir haben uns mit kleinen und großen Partnern zusammengetan, um unsere Programme zur Wiederbegrünung und unsere Kampagnenaktivitäten so schnell und effizient wie möglich auszubauen.

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Lerne unser Team kennen Team

Angelina Tarimo

Young Expert Monitoring & Evaluation - Tanzania

We have degraded our environment for decades and we are responsible to restore it, I join the combined effort and a positive outlook for Earth to be greener again. Earth has hugged us, it's time to hug it back.

Marjolein Albers

Managing Director

'‘Our planet is what we all have in common, so let’s unite and take action to re-green and restore the earth, when it is still possible.''

Samwel Jakinda

Technical support landscape restoration

“I am enthusiastic about ensuring sustainable access to water and sanitation for all with special focus in rural communities. The use of landscapes for rainwater harvesting for human, livestock, wildlife and plants is something that has always interested me. I am therefore delighted to make my contribution to the Justdiggit restoration programme which uses sustainable models to restore degraded lands.”

Emmanuel Atamba Oriedo

Landscape restoration enterprise developer

"I am super excited to join Justdiggit! Within my function I will contribute to eradicating hunger in some of the harshest environments, supporting livelihoods and bettering the lives of communities while reversing the effects of climate change and negative impacts of our activities on earth."

Dennis Karpes

Co-Founder & Creative Director

When we damage the Earth, we damage ourselves. Finally most of us are aware of this, because of the huge awakening that we are in. We human beings are as vulnerable as any other living species and we depend on healthy ecosystems, and the services that Mother Earth provides. We are building a global restoration movement that has never seen before and it will only success if everyone will play a part! So why not join us? Dig in.

Ayoub Asenga

Young Expert Tanzania

“Working with our hands, mind, hope and being interconnected is among the highest evolution of our species. With that we can provide critical means of livelihood to communities and climate change resilience through restoration of ecosystem functions and services.”

Mary Bezabeh

Marketing Communications Manager Africa

As an Ethiopian living in the Netherlands, Justdiggit is a home away from home. restoring my beautiful continent is not a job but a passion I wake up for.

Wessel van Eeden

Marketing Director

"Social marketing is my passion, and climate change is one of the biggest challenges for mankind but also a pretty political subject fort he average person. By promoting our positive solution driven projects to the world we can make a huge difference on the ground in Africa and in the hearts and minds of people around the world. #Justdiggit"

Wessel Koning

Director Business Development

"What you focus on expands."

Nadia de Waal

Global Manager Marketing & Communications

"Hope, optimism, positivity and action for a greater good, all in one organization. It's a privilege working here!"

Niels Dierckx

Programs Director

"Every day we are being flooded by negative news. Justdiggit gives a backlash: We can take action to make the world a little better!"

Godlove Kihupi

Communication & Marketing - Dodoma region

"Because we have the power today to change tomorrow."

Tabby Njung’e

Monitoring & Evaluation Expert

I’m motivated in working to ensure that environmental conservation and socio-economic needs of people work in tandem. I’m excited to be part of Justdiggit, working with local teams and communities to help restore degraded lands and farms through hands-on restoration approaches and tools, one tree at a time indeed.

Stuart Taylor

Country Director UK

"The natural world is suffering and climate change is the most urgent issue of our time. The Justdiggit solution is proven, scalable and makes a long term impact by hitting the sweet spot in helping people, wildlife and the planet. It's a privilege to be part of this amazing team."

Adriaan Kauffmann

Managing Director Justdiggit Kenya Office

"Very excited to contribute to a greener planet."

Sander de Haas

Chief Technology Officer

"By taking action we can really make an impact for the communities, the environment and the climate!"

Merel Rikveld

Business Development Manager

"As a Business Development & Partnerships Manager, I am committed to establish shared value partnerships with both national and international brands and companies, to jointly ensure that we can regreen even more large areas of dry land in Africa for a positive impact on the climate."

Cris van Wolffelaar

Manager NL Marketing & Communications

"What’s a more rewarding job to do than to make the world a greener place? I believe the only way to create change is by spreading a message of hope and optimism: exactly what Justdiggit stands for."

Cindy van der Top

Finance Manager

"Just digging it to work for this wonderful organisation full of enthusiastic and professional people, doing good for Africa!"

Thijs van der Zaan

Program Officer

“One of the biggest challenges of our time is figuring out how to live as a part of nature, instead of working against it. Contributing to solving this problem is one of the greatest motivators there is!"

Margot Frederiks

Project Manager

"Regreening land and positively impacting people and climate. I can’t think of a better work motivation!"

George munyao Kingola

Project Coordinator Kuku

"As a natural resourcist, I am appalled by the degradation of biodiversity caused by human activities. With my passion for nature and the experience I have, I am sure together we are going to give this planet a new lease of life. Climate change is real and has no boundaries!"

Denise Hoogendoorn

Office Manager & Marketing Support

"Let's face it, there is no 'planet B'. That's why we need to take care of the earth."

Jackson Mwato

Project Coordinator Amboseli

"I am deeply concerned about the necessity of capturing the skills of the Maasai elders (before it is too late). I want to share (transferring) the wisdom and culture of the Maasai with the world and provide avenues of community empowerment - economically, socially and culturally. I am a conservationist committed to bringing conservation solutions to preserve the wildlife and empower and sustain the people."

Lana Muller

Project Coordinator Kuku

Tjeerd van der Hulst

Art Director

"I can’t think of a better mission than to help nature flourish again and to create a future full of abundance. I’m grateful to be part of this beautiful team and will use my passion for creativity to boost this positive movement!"

Senne van ‘t Hof

Marketing, Communication & Program support

"Creating a planet on which we all can jointly live together: plants, animals and humans. I can’t think of a better goal!"

Njamasi Chiwanga

Regreening Program - Dodoma region

"Born and raised in Dodoma, central Tanzania, I always hear old people saying that the place was once like the garden of Eden with lots of harvests, trees and all-season rivers. This has remained a history and there is a threat of it to become a desert in the near future. I have always wished to return the environment back to its original condition. Through the opportunity I have got to work with Justdiggit, I believe my ambitious dream of regreening Dodoma region is becoming a reality."

DJ van Styrum

Strategy & Partnerships

"We need a greater sense of urgency as we are running out of time to solve one of the world’s most pressing problems. It’s a privilege to work with this dedicated team and play our part to contribute to a better world."

Lucy Liwa

Regreening Program - Dodoma region

"If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change."

Romy de Groot

Marketing & Communications

"I grab my shovel out of the barn to preserve nature and biodiversity. We need to take care of our planet! Or as Audrey Hepburn said: "To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow."

Chris de Jong

Finance

‘‘An effective response to climate change is of unprecedented importance. Now more than ever! It is amazing to work together in an ambitious team to support the inspiring mission of Justdiggit: 'positively impacting nature, climate and people by regreening Africa.’’

Carlijn Huesken

Business Developer

Having been born and raised in southern Africa I have witnessed the effects of land degradation firsthand. I am very proud to be working with this ambitious team of individuals to do our part in regreening the continent and positively impacting local communities, nature and the climate.

Yury Kann

Visual design intern

''Understand, Create and Deliver to cool down the planet.''

Iris van de Rijt

Marketing & communications intern

‘’Everything starts with a thought, an idea. It’s like a seed that is planted in the ground. Feed it with the right ingredients and it will grow into a beautiful end result, a beautiful planet. I’m excited to spread the green with Justdiggit!’’

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Gregor Sabitzer

Marketing & communications intern

"I am super happy to be part of this wonderful group of people who all pull together on one string and not just speak but also act to create a better tomorrow."

Chigozie Arts

Visual design intern

''For my final internship as an digital communication designer, it’s my pleasure and privilege to work with this amazing ambitious team. As a Nigerian Boschenaar studying in Amsterdam I feel right at home with Justdiggit. Helping to make the world a greener, healthier and happier place thru data, innovation and user centered design is my main motive as a creative professional. Which is why Justdiggit is the perfect place for me to learn and develop.''

Lerne unser supervisory board kennen Board of Supervisory

Erik Hallers

Founder Conclusion

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Tineke Bahlmann

Professor (em), Commissary / supervisor and advisor strategy and organization

Eddy Moors

Rector at IHE Delft Institute for Water Education

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Harold Knebel (chairman)

CEO & Partner bij IBS Capital Allies

Lerne unser advisory board kennen Board of Advisory

Olivier Oullier

Neuroscientist x entrepreneur - President at EMOTIV

Justdiggit protects the planet by re-greening deserted areas and improves the lives of the world’s most vulnerable people. I’m proud to become an advisor to help scale the impact made by this inspirational team.

Volker Schlöndorff

Movie director

I am happy and proud to join JUSTDIGGIT’s advisory Board. For more than 2 years now I have been criss crossing the Sahel zone, and I can certify: no regreening is more efficient and more fun than JUSTDIGGIT’s! Using the wisdom of farmers and bishops alike, spreading the word by comedians and experts alike, JUSTDIGGIT educates, motivates and simply DOES.

Judith Peters

Vice President Head of Channels & Marketing at ViacomCBS Benelux

''I find it fantastic to see how Justdiggit fulfills her mission and makes dry land green again - with 'simple' techniques and communication. It has so much impact on farmers and the climate. We should all contribute to this!''

Jessie de Boer

Co-founder of L.E.A.F. Africa at L.E.A.F. Africa

''Don't ask what the world needs, ask what makes you come alive and go do it, because that's what the world needs, people who have come alive. Justdiggit ticks this box - and so many more.''

Jenny Elissen

Founder at Giantleapers.com, Founder at theinterdependent.nl

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Jamie de Bourbon de Parme

Partnering for Refugees | Peace | Climate | Economic Development | Natural Resources

‘'I want nothing more than to make a positive impact. That is why I proudly support the mission of Justdiggit. If we can stop future climate migration through large-scale re-greening, that is a very desirable result.'’

Willem Blom

Entrepreneur and impact investor

‘'Justdiggit makes the world greener, which is necessary to combat climate change. With a very passionate team, smart techniques and dedication from the local population. I fully support the mission of Justdiggit and like to contribute on the digital part.'’

Susan Mashibe

Executive Director at VIA Aviation Limited

Mashiri Zvarimwa

Building entrepreneurial synergies and sustainable ecosystems of innovation The planet Earth and its Nature are a special GIFT to humanity.

''I am super proud to be part of a movement that is giving back to this GIFT that keeps on giving. You too can join the re-greening bandwagon and make a difference today.''

Vineel Agarwal

Managing Partner Havas Africa

‘'I support Justdiggit's mission and I am proud to associate myself and Havas Media with them. With a strong belief in building meaningful connections, as a marketer, I would like to work together with an impact towards such initiatives and social causes.'’

Olivier Karg

Co-Founder bij Cube Investment

Seynabou Ba

Founder of ESG Africa | 22 years international E&S risk management| Partner with private sector 2 drive impact via SDGs

‘'I dig Justdiggit because it just makes sense, the earth is heating up so let’s cool it. I was attracted by the fact that there is a simple and effective solution that everyone can understand and contribute to. Let’s stop bullying the earth and instead protect trees.'’

Allard Ruyl

CEO @ Talpa Media Solutions

Ignace Schops

Director at RLKM - President EUROPARC Federation

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Titus Eikeleboom

Entrepreneur | Consultant in Media, Content & Communications | Investor

Tim Dekens

Design Lead & Strategy at Tikkie | Founder The Change Starts | Advice Cinetree

“The energy with which Justdiggit works towards a greener and better world, without losing sight of commerce, is insanely contagious and exactly what we need for the inevitable transition.’’

Dennis Kuperus

Global Head of Innovation Kinetic (a WPP company)