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

Jacobina de Rivera

Our Collective

IWNE
Mexico

Dalisa Cisneros

Member of the Board, Co-Team Coordinator & Communication Specialist

IWNE
Iran

Mana Taheri

Member of the Board, Co-Team Coordinator & Communication Specialist

Italy

Valentina Dal Lago

Member of the Board, Experiential Learning & Women Circle Facilitator

Türkiye

Didem Secinti

Social Media Team Coordinator

Estonia

Alina Borshchova

Social Media Manager

Ukraine

Sofiia Oleksiienko

Social Media Manager

Estonia

Paula Palmet

Blog Editor & Content Creation Specialist

South Africa

Jesamine Rikisahedew

Blog Editor & Writer

IWNE
Türkiye

Sümeyye Temirov

Blog Editor & Content Creation Specialist

Mina Kurt
Türkiye

Mina Kurt

Blog Writer

Liisa Emilia Sorainen
Estonia

Liisa Emilia Sorainen

Blog Writer

Malaika Vardak
Pakistan

Malaika Vardak

Blog Writer & STEM specialist

IWNE
Azerbaijan

Fatmakhanim Mammadova

Wellbeing Support Specialist

Reedik Sõber
Estonia

Reedik Sõber

Web Developer

Allies

Norway

Emilia Celina Miller

Law and Gender Equality

Russia Alt

Natalia Kovyliaeva

Fundraiser and feminist activist

IWNE
Belarus Alt

Palina Yaroshyk

Blog Writer