What do you do at polyspektiv?
As part of a small team, I do almost everything: developing methods, writing materials, and moderating events. Additionally, I keep an overview of the situation within our team and our clients, considering their interests, wishes, and needs. Together with Frank, I also work on the strategy for where we want and can take polyspektiv in the future.
Why political education?
Political education helps people become part of a society, both on a small and large scale: informing themselves and critically questioning things within a company, a city, a state, Europe, etc., bringing in their own values and goals, reflecting with others, trying new things, and participating. This is the foundation of politics and participation of any kind. Belonging and involvement in one’s environment and in society as a whole go hand in hand. Both must succeed for people to feel comfortable, trust, feel included, and want to participate. We see this wherever democracy is challenged.
What do you enjoy the most?
Coming up with and testing new methods, especially playful ones. Developing Escape Rooms was a great new discovery and continues to be fun. I’m always thinking about new things, including new methods and, of course, new content. It’s exciting to constantly learn something new because our topics change frequently, ensuring it never gets boring.
What do you do outside of polyspektiv?
I spend a lot of time with my family. I enjoy exchanging ideas with my husband, who works extensively with private companies and startups, thus familiarizing himself with entirely different target groups. My children also provide insights into the mindset of young people, and they often get to test new things from polyspektiv or offer me advice.
Is your private life also professional?
No, thankfully, I don’t think about work all the time. New ideas come to me especially when traveling. I love meeting new people, and exploring new places and languages. It’s very inspiring. It often puts one’s own problems into perspective, showing how privileged we are and how easy things are here in many ways. It also highlights how people in different situations might solve problems differently and find ways to make their lives as good as possible in their circumstances.