Marie-Anne van Leeuwen

Marie-Anne van Leeuwen is an experienced communications specialist with a focus on advocacy and public engagement, currently part of the Strategy, Communication & Innovation team at Hivos since March 2007. In this role, Marie-Anne manages advocacy and public engagement partnerships, develops public engagement initiatives, and oversees corporate communications to enhance Hivos' global positioning. Additionally, Marie-Anne co-founded NOSO Journal in January 2017, which aims to introduce journaling to teenagers. Previous roles include freelance copywriting, graphic design, and project management, as well as positions at IDA Foundation and Heineken. Marie-Anne holds a Master's degree in Anglo-Irish Literature & Creative Writing from Leiden University and an International Baccalaureate from the International School of Brussels.