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Nadia Kendall is a jurist and human rights advocate. As Executive Director of the nonprofit Be Human, she leads initiatives like PowHer and the Hidden Disability Hub that equip young people from diverse backgrounds with the skills and confidence to break through visible and invisible barriers—nurturing the next generation of leaders and changemakers. She helped bring the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower to Luxembourg, received the 2024 Luxembourg Peace Prize for Outstanding Youth Peaceworker, and was named to the inaugural Forbes Under 30 – Luxembourg 2025 list. Of Guyanese and Iranian heritage, born in Florida and raised between Qatar and Luxembourg, she brings a multicultural perspective to her lifelong commitment to social justice. Links: Hidden disability summit registration link; https://luma.com/ofal6bvk Website: https://www.behuman-asbl.com/ All links: https://linktr.ee/behuman.asbl (waitlist for powher available soon) Paperjam 10x6 NextGen of how Jana & I brought Sunflower to LUX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWgjjdxNFks The Cost of Chronic Illness in Luxembourg (Be Human’s report): https://www.behuman-asbl.com/blog/new-survey-by-be-human-reveals-hidden-financial-strain-of-chronic-illness-in-luxembourgnbsp

Natasha Bintz Forges the Path for the Luxembourg Creator Economy Natascha Bintz is a Luxembourg-based content creator, entrepreneur and mum of three, known for her warm, authentic take on conscious family life. She began sharing her world on Instagram and YouTube in 2018 during her first pregnancy, and soon left her career in events to build a platform around mindful parenting, clean beauty, family travel and eco-responsible living. In 2020 she was named Influencer of the Year at the Blog Awards Luxembourg. Alongside her content, she is the founder of two brands, Made Production, a Luxembourgish creative media agency and photography - videography studio, and Bride Club. Creating in French, Luxembourgish and English, her goal is always the same: to share real, relatable moments of motherhood and inspire families to live a little more simply and sustainably. And the links I'd love included: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataschabintz Bride Club: https://www.instagram.com/brideclub.lu Made Production: https://www.instagram.com/madeproduction.luxembourg Made Production Weddings: https://www.instagram.com/madeproduction.weddings

Screen Addiction, Bodymaxxing, & The Manopshere. What to do if you're raising boys in 2026 Alex Rakochy is the Upper School Deputy Principal at the International School of Luxembourg, where he leads strategic initiatives focused on student wellbeing, restorative practices, and inclusive school culture. With extensive experience in international education, Alex has worked to embed restorative approaches across school systems, support digital and physical practices that promote student wellbeing, and develop programmes that foster belonging, accountability, and positive relationships. His work is guided by the belief that schools are at their best when wellbeing, relationships, and learning are viewed as inseparable. Jon Adams is the proud father of two amazing boys. Originally from New York, Jon has worked as an educator in the States and around the world for the past twenty years. Currently, Jon is the Lower School Principal at the International School of Luxembourg. Jon is a big believer in building inclusive communities at schools with strong parent partnerships in order to support the holistic development of our students. He is passionate about community education about screen use and social media and is eager to engage with parents and educators about this topic to learn with and support each other. Resources: Common Sense Media: great resource for parents to better understand screen time, social media, phone use and more. https://www.commonsensemedia.org/ The Anxious Generation: a good overview of the impact phones and social media has on our children. https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/171681821-the-anxious-generation Dr. Kaitlyn Regehr and her book, Smartphone Nation: understanding screen addiction, social media use and digital detoxing https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/220404086-smartphone-nation White Ribbon: free online course about the manosphere and online radicalization. https://www.whiteribbon.ca/raisingboys-manosphere?lng=en Recommending Toxicity The role of algorithmic recommender functions on YouTube Shorts and TikTok in promoting male supremacist influencers: study on the impact of algorithm driven social media https://www.dcu.ie/antibullyingcentre/recommending-toxicity

Brain Fog & More. Everything a midwife nurse wants you to know about the mental side of perimenopause & beyond. Cathy Cribben-Pearse is a passionate healthcare professional with over 25 years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse and Midwife. She integrates medical expertise with holistic, evidence-based education to empower individuals and teams to achieve their goals. Cathy holds a Nursing Degree, Midwifery Degree, an MBA in Project Management, and is a Certified Executive Coach with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC). Her academic achievements also include British Menopause Society (BMS) certification, completion of a Postgraduate Certificate in Menopause Medicine from the University of South Wales, UK, and completion of Dr Louise Newson’s Menopause Training. With a deep passion for women’s health, Cathy’s mission is to bridge the gap between medical understanding and everyday wellbeing, launching "Hermona, by Oaktree mentoring" supporting women, workplaces and communities to navigate hormonal transitions with confidence and clarity, Her approach combines clinical insight, leadership experience and compassionate coaching to inspire resilience, confidence, and meaningful impact across healthcare and corporate settings. Cathy’s work continues to exemplify integrity, empathy and excellence, empowering people and systems alike to grow, connect and thrive. Alongside her clinical and health education work, Cathy is an award-winning mentor, educator and executive coach. She has designed and led national and international mentorship programmes, including initiatives supporting over 200+ nurses across 50+ countries and large-scale national frameworks embedding new healthcare legislation for more than 1000 professionals. Under Cathy’s leadership, OakTree Mentoring has achieved global recognition for innovation and excellence in healthcare. Cathy’s programmes have earned major honours including the 2022 EMCC Global Mentoring Award, and she was selected as a finalist in the 2023 Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award from among 52,000 submissions worldwide. In 2024, she was named among the Global 200 Women Power Leaders, underscoring her international influence and contribution to leadership in healthcare. Her array of accolades, including the Stevie MENA Thought Leadership Award (2023) and the International Brilliance Award (2023, London), positions her as a recognised thought leader in the evolution of evidence-based delivery of knowledge and care. Cathys email: [email protected] Instagram: cathycp_menopause_nurse Join our education group: click on the link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/D4Z9krMXjx7DAo4Nq8G8iZ Letz Menopause Luxembourg: https://letzmenopause.lu

#8 Parent Advocacy In Real Life with Kate & Jen Jen Cooper and Kate Brassington facilitate an independent, parent-led neurodiverse community group at ISL, which has expanded to include other English-speaking schools in Luxembourg. Both Kate and Jen are ADHD mums with neurodivergent kids who love supporting others and creating a sense of community for those who may be far from home. Kate is a Coaching Psychologist running her private practice in Luxembourg (website: https://katebrassington.com/). She specialises in trauma-informed and ND-informed coaching for adults, and is a PhD candidateJen Cooper and Kate Brassington facilitate an independent, parent-led neurodiverse community group at ISL, which has expanded to include other English-speaking schools in Luxembourg. To learn more about Kate Brassington, please visit: https://katebrassington.com/

#7 International School of Luxembourg with Gretchen Blanchard Gretchen is a stay at home mom from New York and has been in Luxembourg for about 5 years. She has 3 teenagers, all of whom attend the International School of Luxembourg, also known as ISL. She is an active member of the ISL Parent Community Group.

#6 Michele Lucius with Ulrik Mueller Join Hayley Allam as she sits down with Ulrik Moeller to discuss what it's really like attending Michel Lucius (ISML). Ulrik Møller is, first and foremost, a proud dad of three daughters, passionately committed to the future of Luxembourg, the country he calls home. As President of the Parents Association at the International School Michel Lucius, he tirelessly advocates for a equitable and inclusive educational environment. A seasoned finance leader, Ulrik sits on global boards while running his own firms. Passionate about giving back and uniting people, he’s also at the helm of various cultural and civic bodies. You can reach him on social media @letzdoittogether

#5 Raising Differently Wired Kids with Debbie Reber Debbie Reber, MA is a parenting activist, bestselling author, speaker, and the CEO and founder of Tilt Parenting, a resource, consultancy, and community with a focus on transforming the lives of parents raising neurodivergent children. She is the host of the op-performing Tilt Parenting Podcast, and her most recent book is Differently Wired: A Parent’s Guide to Raising an Atypical Child with Confidence and Hope. Since 2013, Debbie, her husband, and differently wired young adult have called Amsterdam and Brooklyn home.

#4 What's the difference between gifted, HP or ASD with Dr. Henderika de Vries In this Episode Hayley sits down with Dr. Henderika de Vries, former Fulbright Yale Scholar, PhD in creativity from the Sorbonne Paris Cité, to unpack what is Giftedness and what it's like to have a high potential child. We also cover the overlaps between giftedness, Autism and ADHD.

#3 Over the Rainbow with Kelly Join Hayley Allam as she sits down with Kelly Herkert-Cannady, mom of two, to talk about why she chose Over the Rainbow for her youngest son, who is in first grade.

#2 Talking to your kids about university with Anneke Anneke Hudson is Half English, half Dutch; born in Kenya; raised in Kenya, Zambia, South Africa, Oman, USA and England; and now lives in Luxembourg. She understands what it means to be both a "3rd Culture Kid" and, as a married mother, an expat parent. She is a Registered Career Development Professional with the Career Development Institute in the UK and hold a Masters in Career Development and Coaching from the University of Warwick in the UK. Anneke provides young people with the necessary tools to begin their career journey with curiosity and confidence, and to enable parents to be better placed to guide their child through this exciting period in their life, drawing on her own passion for adventure: trying new things, visiting new places and being on the road.

#1 Summer Parks with Maude Maude Van Rymenant is a Belgian mom living in Luxembourg. In addition to her (full time) day job, she’s also the content creator behind the hugely popular IG handle @you.are.family, dedicated to discovering family activities (museums, parks, summer slides …) you name it. Focused on Luxembourg and bordering countries. You can find Maude on IG or TikTok.

Diane Elsen is a certified menopause coach specialising in menopause education. Susanne Folschette-Tomaszewski is a GP, certified menopause coach, mother of two and just recently finished her specialisation in Menopause Medicine at the University of South Wales (UK) . She is convinced that understanding hormonal changes is key and that women must actively engage in their own care, working in partnership with their doctor to find the best solutions. Her own perimenopausal experience, along with seeing how hormones impact women, led her to deepen her knowledge in menopause medicine. As President of the Luxembourg Menopause Society, Lëtz Menopause, she and her team are contributing to raising awareness about the menopausal transition across Luxembourg, hoping to improve women’s healthcare during this important phase of life. With nearly 30 years of professional experience across the private sector and European public service, she has balanced a full-time career with family life, gaining first-hand insight into the challenges women face throughout their lives. Her own experience with perimenopause—marked by unrecognised symptoms, burnout, and depression—became a turning point. This led her to deeply explore the science of menopause and the neuroendocrine changes involved, giving her the clarity she had previously lacked. Today, Diane supports women in understanding menopause, making informed lifestyle choices, and navigating this life stage with confidence. She is also co-founder of Lëtz Menopause asbl, working to raise awareness and improve education on menopause. Dr. Susanne Folschette-Tomaszewski is a GP, certified menopause coach, mother of two and just recently finished her specialisation in Menopause Medicine at the University of South Wales (UK) . She is convinced that understanding hormonal changes is key and that women must actively engage in their own care, working in partnership with their doctor to find the best solutions. Her own perimenopausal experience, along with seeing how hormones impact women, led her to deepen her knowledge in menopause medicine. As President of the Luxembourg Menopause Society, Lëtz Menopause, she and her team are contributing to raising awareness about the menopausal transition across Luxembourg, hoping to improve women’s healthcare during this important phase of life. To learn more, please visit: LetzMenopause.lu or visit her on Instagram @letzmenopause Dr. Folschette also reccomends: The Balance App, The New Menopause Book, Estrogen Matters Book, The Menopause Brain

Carmen Baustert is originally Luxembourgish and a mom of two boys. In addition to her corporate job, Carmen runs the Instagram accounts @lazyperfectionistmom and @mom_luxembourg. She has always been interested in nutrition and has been making sugar-free food a big pillar of her content over the last year. To learn more about her, visit her Instagram profile.

Victoria Wells-Wei, is a Strassen resident and passionate foodie who turned the daily "mission" of toddler mealtime into a vibrant community celebration. Like many parents, Victoria found that despite her love for cooking, putting healthy meals on the table for a three-year-old was a constant challenge. This sparked a simple but powerful question: What are other families cooking, and how can we share those ideas? Victoria Wells-Wei, a Strassen resident and passionate foodie who turned the daily "mission" of toddler mealtime into a vibrant community celebration. Like many parents, Victoria found that despite her love for cooking, putting healthy meals on the table for a three-year-old was a constant challenge. This sparked a simple but powerful question: What are other families cooking, and how can we share those ideas? What started as a personal curiosity blossomed into a major community initiative through the Strassen Commune’s Budget Participatif Initiative. After winning a grant in early 2025, Victoria launched a project to collect family recipes and transform them into a kid-friendly cookbook. Drawing on her 20 years of media experience, she teamed up with Ti Photography to go beyond the page—venturing into the homes of 10 local families to film their cooking processes and capture the beautiful stories behind their favorite dishes. This project is a true "by mums, for mums" collaboration. Victoria is joined by two talented friends and fellow Strassen residents: Karla Stauffer, an art teacher and designer who managed recipe collection and book layout, and Liza Escudero, a social media expert and early childhood educator who brought the project to life online. While the cookbook is currently in production, with an exciting launch planned for Mother’s Day 2026, you can get a taste of the magic right now. Head over to Instagram and follow @strassenrecipes to watch the video series and find your next family favorite meal.