Katharina Ahrens

Katharina Ahrens is a seasoned professional in humanitarian action and localization, currently serving as Co-Founder at LocalizedAction since January 2024 and as a Localization Technical Advisor for Rädda Barnen - Save the Children Sweden since May 2022, where efforts focus on advancing local responses in humanitarian crises in Nigeria, South Sudan, and Somalia. Previous roles include Localization Research Consultant at the Syrian NGO Alliance, Program Manager at Proximity International, and Fundraising Strategy Consultant at Chemonics International. With extensive experience in program quality management at Violet organization and capacity assessment consulting for Caritas Czech Republic, Katharina has contributed to various humanitarian initiatives across multiple regions including Syria and Africa. Educational credentials include a Master's degree in International Humanitarian Action from the University of Warsaw and Ruhr University Bochum, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Health Care Management from Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University.