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Marjanne van der Helm

National Director, Netherlands

Having worked as Senior Manager Partnerships with UNICEF over the last 5 years, Marjanne joined Right to Play Netherlands in April 2023. She began her career in strategy consulting for both private and public organizations. After moving to Singapore, she worked as Program Manager for a regional NGO, providing financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills to migrant workers. She also obtained her coaching degree and provided executive coaching to local and expat professionals.

She is passionate about ensuring children all over the world have access to education. And as a fan of yoga and bootcamp, she believes in the power of sports and play.

Marjanne holds a Research Master's degree in Sociology and Social Research, and currently resides in Amsterdam with her husband and four kids.