Our Team
We are driven by a recognition of gender disparities and lack of access to unbiased crucial resources.
Federica Cecalupo (she/her), Founder & Executive Director
Federica believes in a society in which FLINTA* individuals have full power and control of their lives to become anything they want.
In 2019, she listened to her inner voice urging her to use her skills, experience and heart and stand for equality and social justice. She began her new journey by founding the Berlin Team of Days for Girls and starting to focus her efforts on increasing Menstrual Awareness. This led her to spend 4 months in Nepal where she worked on the completion of the first DfG Campaign and offered her professionalism to a local organization, Apeiron.
Once back in Berlin, it was time to start working on the creation of Hildashaus e.V. and strongly committing to gender equality and social justice.
Email: federica@hildashaus.com
Adele Alsaed (she/her), Project Manager & Board Member
Adele is a Syrian individual passionate about promoting FLINTA* and human rights and committed to achieving equity in society.
Through her drive to effect positive, long-term change within Berlin-based communities of FLINTA* and refugees and individuals seeking asylum, Adele is dedicated to exploring innovative solutions to support others. She has already contributed to several initiatives supporting FLINTA*, refugees, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Adele is confident that as a member of the Hildashaus team, she will be able to increase her impact and make meaningful differences in Berlin and elsewhere.
Email: adele@hildashaus.com
Batoul Alasaad (she/her), Community Coordinator
Meet Batoul, a vibrant and passionate community facilitator who finds joy in laughter, collaboration, and bringing people together. Originally from Syria, she has a background in secretarial and business administration, with eight years of experience as an executive secretary in the design industry.
Beyond her professional skills, Batoul has a love for decorating, organizing, and cooking—creative outlets that reflect her warm and detail-oriented nature.
At Hildashaus, she is excited to support and strengthen community initiatives, fostering connections and creating meaningful impact with her dedication and enthusiasm.
Email: batoul@hildashaus.com
Iman Abdulhamed (she/her), Project Manager
Iman is a Syrian professional with a diverse skill set and extensive experience in the protection sector and clinical health psychology.
She holds a Master's in Clinical Health Psychology and an MBA, with over six years of experience in Syria and nine impactful months of clinical work in Berlin.
Her expertise lies in specialized psychological therapy for all ages, adept management of PSS teams, and the evaluation of key humanitarian projects for major NGOs in Syria.
Iman is passionately dedicated to supporting refugees, displaced persons, and diverse cultures, demonstrating a deep understanding of their nuanced challenges.
Committed to making a tangible difference, she aims to create positive impacts through her work.
Email: iman@hildashaus.com
Julia Schembri (she/her), HR Consultant & Board Member
Julia is a positive, humorous person with a background in HR and coaching, holding a degree in work and organizational psychology.
She started her career in Luxembourg’s corporate world but discovered her true passion in Berlin, where she has worked across various HR roles in start-ups since 2015. Over the years, she has gained experience in scaling companies and building teams, particularly in HR Operations.
Julia wholeheartedly believes in Hildashaus' vision and mission, having supported the organization since its founding and becoming a board member in late 2024.
With a strong commitment to intersectional feminism and social justice, Julia is dedicated to creating inclusive environments where everyone can thrive, both personally and professionally.
In her free time, she loves experimenting with new cake and cookie recipes, which her friends, family, and colleagues at Hildashaus are always happy to try.
Email: julia@hildashaus.com