Our Story

Our journey began in early 2020 with the inception of a Facebook group dedicated to Spanish-speaking women in Estonia. What started as a modest online community has since flourished into a vibrant network, offering a space for women to share their experiences, seek support, and engage in discussions on feminism, culture, and beyond.

As our community discussions evolved, we became increasingly aware of the need for stronger support networks to empower migrant women in Estonia. We recognized the importance of creating spaces where these women could strengthen their voices, share their experiences, and advocate for themselves within a diverse community.

Our organization, the International Women’s Network in Estonia, was born out of this realization. Beyond addressing immediate challenges, OUR MISSION extends to advocacy for diversity and integration, gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Through our work, WE AIM to create a more inclusive and equitable society where every woman has the opportunity to thrive regardless of their nationality or background.

As we continue to grow our efforts, we remain steadfast in OUR BELIEF that every woman deserves to live free from violence and discrimination. Together, we work towards building a future where diversity is celebrated, gender equality is realized, and women are empowered to fulfill their potential.

Founders

Dalisa Cisneros

Team Coordinator & Event Organizer

“What is for you, always finds you”

Superpowers: Networking, Community Building, Singing, Event Planning, Communicating, Transparency, Warm Hugs, Manifesting

Jacobina de Rivera

Co-Founder

Active March 2022- July 2023

Our Team

Valentina Dal Lago

Knowledge Management Specialist

“The only real prison is fear. The only real freedom is freedom from fear.”

Super powers: Creativity, Playing, Participation, Feminism, Empathy, Facilitation, Justice, Motivation, Shining, Fun

Sümeyye Temirov

Social Media Specialist

“Knowledge ignites action, turning dreams into reality.”

Super powers: Design, Research, Advocacy, Equality, Justice, Compassion, Awareness, Sketching, Prose, Activism

Mana Taheri

Event Planner & Communication Specialist

“Cultivating a world where inclusivity blooms in harmony!”

Superpowers: Design, Playing, Community Engagement, Empathy, Psychology, Equal Rights, Advocacy, Motivation, Listening, Honesty

Fatmakhanim Mammadova

Wellbeing Support Specialist

“The only constant is change.”

Superpowers: Project Management, Consulting, Coaching, Psychology, Empathy

Palina Yaroshyk

Content Creation Specialist

“When you find peace within yourself, you become the kind of person who can live at peace with others.”

Superpowers: Ethical Communication, Teaching, AI, Graphic Design, Cultural Appreciation

Alesia Ivankova

Volunteer & Marketing Advisor

“I am not my thoughts, I am the silence that observes everything.”

Superpowers: Empathy, Honesty, Community Engagement, Marketing Project Management

Mathilda Duthie

Volunteer

“May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears.” -by Nelson Mandela 

Superpowers: Compassion, communication, planning, listening, mediation, analyzing, laughing

Hasara Thennakoon

STEM Education Specialist

“Believe you can and you’re halfway there.”

My super powers: Empathy, Innovative, Learning and development, Education, Coaching, Writing